Experience Atlanta's vibrant 1920s scene with a progressive dinner tour featuring nine tastings and captivating stories from the Prohibition era. Enjoy an evening of gourmet food and creative cocktails across four unique restaurants.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires comfortable walking for moderate distances.
Wildlife
History
Atlanta played a significant role during the Prohibition era with underground clubs flourishing despite strict alcohol laws.
Conservation
Local food tours increasingly emphasize sustainable sourcing and reducing waste by partnering with eco-conscious restaurants.
Unexpected Atlanta Tours
Experience Atlanta's vibrant 1920s scene with a progressive dinner tour featuring nine tastings and captivating stories from the Prohibition era. Enjoy an evening of gourmet food and creative cocktails across four unique restaurants.
Unexpected Atlanta Tours is a guided tour company based in Atlanta, Georgia that specializes in immersive walking experiences across the city's neighborhoods. The company offers a mix of family-friendly, historical, culinary, and art-focused tours including a Private MLK Kids Discovery Tour, MLK Jr. History Tour, Grant Park Food Tour, Midtown Food and Mystery Tour, Atlanta Art and Mural Tour, Prohibition Progressive Dinner, and a Historic Market Food Tour + Biscuit Class. Tours range from short two-hour outings to longer multi-stop experiences and combine local history with tastings, hands-on activities, and storytelling.
Guides lead guests through Old Fourth Ward, Grant Park, Oakland Cemetery, Cabbagetown, the Krog Street Tunnel, Midtown, and downtown Atlanta, highlighting sites tied to Martin Luther King Jr., Southern food traditions, street art, and Prohibition-era stories. Family-oriented options include kid-focused activities and private formats; food tours feature curated tastings and a biscuit-making class; art tours include mural walks and an art salon-style happy hour. Featured on The Adventure Collective, Unexpected Atlanta Tours is presented as a local provider of curated Atlanta experiences that blend education and entertainment.
Visitors can choose private or public departures and select tours that match interests in civil rights history, Southern cuisine, public art, or evening dining. All descriptions and trip offerings reflect the company's published itineraries and trip summaries. Booking information, availability, and specific itineraries are listed on the operator's site; advance reservations are suggested for popular dates and group requests welcome.
Location
Atlanta, GA
Based in Atlanta neighborhoods
Tours Offered
7
Seven distinct tour experiences
Family-Friendly
Kids & Families
Kid-focused activities on MLK tour
Food & Drink
Multiple tours
Tastings and a biscuit class
Reserve a food tour, MLK history walk, mural tour, or private family discovery trip and explore Atlanta with a local expert.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You'll be walking between multiple downtown locations, so comfortable footwear is a must.
Arrive On Time
The tour follows a strict schedule to cover all tasting stops and storytelling segments.
Bring ID for Age Verification
This is a cocktail tour, so guests must bring a valid ID for age confirmation.
Inform About Dietary Restrictions
Notify Unexpected Atlanta Tours ahead of time to accommodate any allergies or dietary needs.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Necessary for walking between multiple tasting locations comfortably.
Photo ID
Required for age verification to participate in cocktail tastings.
Light Jacket or Sweater
Useful for cooler evenings, especially during fall and spring seasons.
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Umbrella
Helpful to carry in case of spring showers.
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