Atlanta Small-Group History, Food Tasting, and Cemetery Tour
Sample delicious Southern dishes and learn about Atlanta's history during a leisurely small-group walking tour. Stop into local eateries for tastings that might include dishes such as shrimp and grits and fried catfish and okra. Stroll past striking Victorian homes and explore the historic Oakland Cemetery, while your guide shares insights about the food scene and history of Atlanta.
Highlights
- ✓Save time by combining history and food tasting in one tour
- ✓Includes plenty of food tastings and a cocktail on the afternoon tour
- ✓Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule
- ✓Enjoy a more relaxed pace and personal attention in a small group
What you'll see & do
- ✓This is the meeting point for the tour. Guests will meet their tour guide outside Six Feet Under restaurant, directly across from Oakland Cemetery, and head around the corner for the introduction to the tour. Street parking nearby is encouraged. Then, enjoy incredible shrimp and grits and fried catfish and okra with a cucumber wasabi soy sauce at Grant Park's most popular restaurant and one of the city's top seafood spots. The patio is legendary with stunning views of both the city and the cemetery and guests will be seated in their bubbles at separate outdoor tables.
- ✓Discover Victorian houses and learn history of the city on our way to Oakland Cemetery. This does not go to the park in Grant Park neighborhood.
- ✓Discover the early notables of Atlanta, now the residents of Oakland Cemetery, and how food impacted the growth of the city during this 40 minute guided tour of Oakland. Your ticket price includes a donation to the Historic Oakland Foundation, dedicated to preserving the historic cemetery.
- ✓Compare a modern take on a popular dish early Atlantans would have eaten and a modern pizza dish! You'll also enjoy a cocktail sample from a local distillery. Firepit Pizza Tavern is owned by Leslie Cohen, who won Cutthroat Kitchen.
- ✓Try two to-go desserts from this James Beard nominated bakery, which is heavily involved in the local community and dedicated to improving the working conditions of the food service industry.
What's included
- ✓Small group tours
- ✓8 or 9 food tastings including one alcoholic beverage from 3 locally-owned restaurants
- ✓Alcoholic beverages
- ✓A friendly and insightful food expert who will guide you through the history of Southern food and Atlanta
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Walking and historical tour through Oakland Cemetery and Grant Park
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A moderate amount of walking is involved. The tour is over 1 easy miles through Grant Park with plenty of rest stops. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water!
Operates in all weather conditions, rain or shine; please dress appropriately and carry an umbrella.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Any food restrictions must be put in your booking notes or customers must contact us 24 hours before the tour for any menu changes to be acommodated.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Atlanta Small-Group History, Food Tasting, and Cemetery Tour
Sample delicious Southern dishes and learn about Atlanta's history during a leisurely small-group walking tour. Stop into local eateries for tastings that might include dishes such as shrimp and grits and fried catfish and okra. Stroll past striking Victorian homes and explore the historic Oakland Cemetery, while your guide shares insights about the food scene and history of Atlanta.
Highlights
- ✓Save time by combining history and food tasting in one tour
- ✓Includes plenty of food tastings and a cocktail on the afternoon tour
- ✓Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule
- ✓Enjoy a more relaxed pace and personal attention in a small group
What you'll see & do
- ✓This is the meeting point for the tour. Guests will meet their tour guide outside Six Feet Under restaurant, directly across from Oakland Cemetery, and head around the corner for the introduction to the tour. Street parking nearby is encouraged. Then, enjoy incredible shrimp and grits and fried catfish and okra with a cucumber wasabi soy sauce at Grant Park's most popular restaurant and one of the city's top seafood spots. The patio is legendary with stunning views of both the city and the cemetery and guests will be seated in their bubbles at separate outdoor tables.
- ✓Discover Victorian houses and learn history of the city on our way to Oakland Cemetery. This does not go to the park in Grant Park neighborhood.
- ✓Discover the early notables of Atlanta, now the residents of Oakland Cemetery, and how food impacted the growth of the city during this 40 minute guided tour of Oakland. Your ticket price includes a donation to the Historic Oakland Foundation, dedicated to preserving the historic cemetery.
- ✓Compare a modern take on a popular dish early Atlantans would have eaten and a modern pizza dish! You'll also enjoy a cocktail sample from a local distillery. Firepit Pizza Tavern is owned by Leslie Cohen, who won Cutthroat Kitchen.
- ✓Try two to-go desserts from this James Beard nominated bakery, which is heavily involved in the local community and dedicated to improving the working conditions of the food service industry.
What's included
- ✓Small group tours
- ✓8 or 9 food tastings including one alcoholic beverage from 3 locally-owned restaurants
- ✓Alcoholic beverages
- ✓A friendly and insightful food expert who will guide you through the history of Southern food and Atlanta
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Walking and historical tour through Oakland Cemetery and Grant Park
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A moderate amount of walking is involved. The tour is over 1 easy miles through Grant Park with plenty of rest stops. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water!
Operates in all weather conditions, rain or shine; please dress appropriately and carry an umbrella.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Any food restrictions must be put in your booking notes or customers must contact us 24 hours before the tour for any menu changes to be acommodated.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.