
Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Non-refundable booking. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour worth booking?
Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour is a 4.5-hour experience in Atlanta, United States, from $185 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $185 per person
Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do in Atlanta? If so, you should definitely check out the Sweet Auburn Famous History & Food Tour! The tour begins at the start of Sweet Auburn and continues to the Muni
What you get
About this experience
Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do in Atlanta? If so, you should definitely check out the Sweet Auburn Famous History & Food Tour! The tour begins at the start of Sweet Auburn and continues to the Municipal Market, where you'll have the opportunity to see one of the city's best-known landmarks located in the Historic Sweet Auburn District. You'll also learn about the area's rich history and sample some of the delicious food that the district is famous for. This tour is an intense and intimate look at the community that what was once called "the richest Negro street in America" and is still called "the birthplace of a king. "
What's included
Included
- Lunch
Not included
- Gratuity
- The APEX Museum Entry Fee
What you'll see and do
The Sweet Auburn Curb Market
This tour is a great way to experience the city's historic Sweet Auburn district, sample some of the best food in Atlanta, and enjoy a guided tour led by local experts. The tour is at the Municipal Market, where you'll have the opportunity to see one of the city's best-known landmarks located in the Historic Sweet Auburn District. You'll also learn about the area's rich history and sample some of the delicious food that the district is famous for. So whether you're a local or a visitor, make sure to add the Sweet Auburn Famous Food Tour to your list of things to do in Atlanta!
120 minutes here · Admission included
Sweet Auburn
Historic Sweet Auburn district in Atlanta, GA is full of Black History and famous firsts that influenced the world.
60 minutes here
APEX Museum
APEX Museum is the African American Panoramic Experience' Admission is $12 per person and an experience you cannot miss. This component is not available on Monday & Sunday, and will decrease the tour time by 1 hour.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Atlanta
Meet your guide on the steps of the Auburn Avenue Research Library
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
This tour will end at the Sweet Auburn Curb Market
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rue La La Day Tours and Excursions
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos






Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We had a an amazing daily tour of Atlanta enjoyed the activities lined up for us especially the food tour
Every inch of the tour was incredible and Rue was just the perfect tourist/host. Very pleasant and patient with us. Definitely coming back
Response from the operator: We're days away from the anniversary of your Atlanta tour and to wanted to thank you again for choosing us. There is so much more to see and do in Atlanta, and it would be our honor host your next visit in Atlanta.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Atlanta.
How much does Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour cost?
+
Prices start at $185 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Atlanta usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour take?
+
Plan for about 4.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Atlanta is not rushed.
Is Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Atlanta, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour?
+
No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour?
+
Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Atlanta can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Atlanta and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Atlanta within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Atlanta?
+
Atlanta pairs civil rights history at the King Center and Sweet Auburn with the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, BeltLine bike rides and southern food tours through Old Fourth Ward. Guide depth is what separates the history walks here. On Outty we rank every Atlanta experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Atlanta's Black History and Civil Rights Tour, Fall in Love with Atlanta Bike Tour, City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Bus Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Atlanta?
+
March to May and September to November. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Atlanta?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Sweet Auburn Famous Food & History Tour.
Pick your date




