2.5 Hour Atlanta Local Food + Victorian Cemetery Tour

About this activity

Sink your teeth into Southern history on this unforgettable culinary adventure through Grant Park, Atlanta!

On this 2.5-hour food and history tour, you’ll indulge in 8 crave-worthy tastings, from soul-warming classics to bold new spins on Southern favorites, at 3 of our favorite local restaurants. Each bite tells a story, blending centuries of culinary innovation with the flavors that define the South today.

As you stroll through the picturesque Grant Park neighborhood and the storied grounds of Oakland Cemetery (one of Atlanta's top tourist destinations), your small group will explore the lives of the trailblazers and pioneers who helped turn Atlanta into the cultural and foodie capital it is today.

Led by one of our passionate local guides, you’ll uncover how food has fueled change, built community, and preserved tradition, proving that Atlanta truly is the city built on food.

Come hungry for history and ready to discover the delicious side of the South you never knew existed!

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 45 min

   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.

2. Grant Park · 15 min

   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.

3. Oakland Cemetery · 45 min

   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.

4. Stop 4 · 30 min

   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.

5. Stop 5 · 15 min

   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.

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

End point: We will meet in front of the restaurant, Six Feet Under at 437 Memorial Drive SE. DO NOT meet at the Cheshire Bridge or Westside Six Feet Under locations.

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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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