Walking Tours

Atlanta's an unusual place for out-of-towners. Unlike other big cities, Atlanta doesn't offer many "can't miss" attractions. Sure, the World of Coca-Cola is worth seeing, but it's hardly a national treasure. So, then, what to do for the visitor who has hit all the big attractions? The neighborhoods. The Atlanta Preservation Center offers a series of guided walking tours that let you in on the city's best-kept secrets.

Ansley Park
Sun at 2pm
One of Atlanta's most sought-after addresses, Ansley Park offers visitors an up-close look at upscale, intown living. The historic neighborhood is conveniently situated in between Midtown and Virginia-Highland. Meets at the First Church of Christ Scientist, 1235 Peachtree Street.

Inman Park
Thu and Sun at 2pm
Many of the city's historic dignitaries built their homes in this area, Atlanta's first garden suburb. Today, Inman Park offers a quaint collection of Victorian bungalows on narrow streets, a stone's throw--but a world away--from the always colorful Little Five Points. Meets at King-Keith House, 889 Edgewood Avenue.

Druid Hills
Wed and Sat at 10am
Amble through the dense foliage and historic architecture of the neighborhood Miss Daisy called home. Meets at St. John's Lutheran Church, 1410 Ponce de Leon Avenue.

Sweet Auburn/MLK District
Sat at 10am
Years before Harlem had its Renaissance, Atlanta's Sweet Auburn flourished as a hotbed for African-American culture. Although some of the radiance has faded, the history hasn't. Anyone with an interest in the black experience in America should take this tour. Meets at the APEX Museum, 135 Auburn Avenue.

Historic Downtown
Fri at 12pm, Sat at 10am, Sun at 2pm
The Atlanta skyline showcases a panoply of architectural styles: Victorian, Art Deco and, unfortunately, the experimentation of the 1970s. Sample the earlier, more timeless creations built by Atlanta's first visionaries and the stories (pun intended) behind them. Meets at the Candler Building, 127 Peachtree Street.

Fabulous Fox Theatre
Mon, Wed and Thu at 10am, Sat at 10am and 11am
The most popular of the Preservation Center's tours, the Fabulous Fox offers a rare opportunity to stroll through an opulent 1920s movie theater. Now a performing arts venue, the Fox has been restored to its original grandeur. This tour is popular with families, since children's activities abound and less walking is involved. Meets in the Fox Theatre arcade, 660 Peachtree Street.

The above information has been provided by Atlanta City Search.