We had the best time making biscuits with Glen! He told us all the secrets to a flakey, flavorful…read morebiscuit (which none of us knew). We had a fun history tour at the market, learned a lot there too! This tour was fun because it wasn't too early or late so having dinner at the market was perfect. For the cost, you get quite a lot! We tried all the best dishes, including a dessert from most vendors inside- huge bonus! Definitely book with Unexpected Atlanta!

Kristen was a great guide and had us laughing and smiling all the time. The biscuit making class…read morewas a lot of fun and something we will do at home too.

I am starting on my 4th year here in Atlanta. I find myself to be a social, community driven,…read morevolunteering type of person. Transitioning to Atlanta was somewhat difficult for me. It was hard to make friends (keep in mind, I am social type of person) and do the things I love. I met Steve on Facebook. He was so kind and you could tell from his posts, that he just wanted to help people. I finally reached out to him and attended an event. It was an event that was the beginning to my "normal." It was the first event I attended and honestly was a bit nervous bc I have been to "meet-up" groups and well they weren't all pleasant experiences. Everyone was so nice, inviting, down to earth just good people. Everyone has their own personality, no one judges, we come together do fun events, events that help our community, we learn at these events...it's just an awesome experience. I could write a whole page!! The point is...I got involved with this group looking to make friends. Not only did I make friends, but these friends turned into my second family here in Atlanta. I can't explain the type of gratitude I feel towards everyone in this group. If you are looking for fun, adventurous, community helping type of people, your search has finally ended!

The adventures that Steve plans for Urban Explorers are not only fun but informative too. I am…read moreproud to be part of such an active club that gives back to the community. I would highly recommend Urban Explorers to anyone who loves meeting new people, seeing hidden gems of Atlanta, and loves fine food and drinks. UXATL never disappoints!

The BeltLine Tour is a FREE 3-hour bus tour of the BeltLine which I learned is a 22-mile loop of…read morehistoric rail lines that will eventually create parks, trails, transit, and new development for Atlanta. We took the tour last wknd, and enjoyed learning about the BeltLine project while driving through the Atlanta neighborhoods like Glenwood, Grant Park, Boulevard Crossing, Capital View, Peachtree Hills, etc. and some historic sites, too. Highlight of the tour was seeing the Bellwood Quarry which will be the centerpiece for the future Westside Reservoir Park - the largest park in Atlanta. I was amazed - not to the level like when I first saw the Grand Canyon - but almost, just b/c I never knew such a gem existed INSIDE Atlanta. In case you're wondering about the location, it's behind Marietta Blvd and right now it's fenced off to the public. They say the only way you can see it is taking this tour. Check out the photos - beautiful, right?! The BetlLine project is huge, and has the potential to transform Atlanta. They say it will ultimately connect 45 neighborhoods. I also learned that Atlanta is the one of the most underparked cities - we're at 3.8% whereas most cities are 10-15%. Check out the website to get more info on the project. The tour is a great way to spend your Friday or Saturday morning, and then grab some brunch afterwards :) They book fast and advanced reservations are required. Our tour guide was great and highly knowledgeable but she does talk non-stop. Three hrs is a long time and honestly, I did doze off a few times :) But seeing the Quarry was totally worth it, and I definitely learned a lot about Atlanta.

Yes, the tour is a whole 3 hours. But if you have any interest in Atlanta, mass transit, and/or…read moreurban design, you will quickly get immersed in the tidbits that the tour guide feeds your group and the time will fly by. This was my case during the FYLA event that I attended. The shuttle that we boarded was comfortable and air-conditioned (for those worried about suffering through Atlanta summer temperatures or having to weather a rough ride). Our guide, Shanté (or Shauntay maybe?), was a doll, knew a lot about the project and the city as a whole. She seemed to be seasoned, as she spoke clearly and timed everything she said just right, as she stood with her back to the front, to face our group. I learned a lot and saw neighborhoods that I had never seen or heard of. The architecture of Atlanta is something to admire, as it is unique. I enjoyed seeing the Bellwood Quarry Reservoir (look at our photos, it is gorgeous) and the Old Fourth Ward Park. Now I am hoping that I can convince my landscape architect-in-training sister to join me for this tour. I was told to wait a couple months before going again, to get some new information. Keep in mind that the tours book to capacity at least a month in advance, to plan wisely (though our guide said that if you are really interested, show up and see if some people who have reserved dropped out the last minute--she said this happens quite frequently). If you want, take along some snacks. Just make sure to empty your bladder and any other organs that may need to be voided before arriving to the start point of the tour. The closest bathroom before taking off from the Inman Park MARTA station is at Dough Bakery and the staff restrict bathroom use to patrons. Don't judge me for getting a grapefruit scone so that I could relieve myself. You will make a stop a little bit before the halfway point of the tour at a Kroger (is this murder Kroger? I'm unsure), where you can pick up nourishment and use the facilities. But it can be an uncomfortable first hour or so, if you are thinking you can just hold it. Okay, let's move past the bathroom thing... You should learn more about the A, its history, its neighborhoods, and the progress of the BeltLine. This tour will help you do all those things in a span of just 180 minutes, give or take.

My suggestion if you want interesting and good looking murals is to go to Little Five Points…read moreinstead; see other Yelp review. Might be a reason there is only one review on Yelp... Quality/Quantity - There are some art statues throughout the neighborhood, see pictures. A few murals, see pictures. Parks, with art, see pictures. Some history, see pictures. Atmosphere - Overall a nice neighborhood, but not really one for art...? Or did I miss it? What we found was NOT as impressive as the other neighborhoods. We even asked some of the locals and they did not know what we were talking about... We even showed them the website, etc. Wait, just read the entire website... This is a tour company...? Service - Self service, I thought. ust studied your website and realized you are a tour company...? Price - Free for me as I did my own walk. Looks like tours are $30 each...? Owner Comment - No comment, hope you don't take down my review and pictures.

Oh, what a wonderful time I had with our group visit to Baltimore and Cambridge Maryland and…read moreWashington, DC! There was so much history and education Andrea packed into this Mural Walk out of town. I'm so glad I went!!! If you get the chance, you should definitely go.

It was fine. We were across the street from the most of the…read morehaunted locations so it was pointless to rent the monitor. The tour guide was friendly and sweet, but I would have preferred a spookier version of the tour.

$26 per person for the weakest "ghost" tour I've ever taken. We met at a brunch spot and the guide…read moreopened with a pitch for the restaurant, then launched into a lot of "a house that used to be here" stories. One stop was literally a gas station where we heard about "creepy dolls" and a haunted mirror. Yes, we did see real landmarks - Fox Theatre and the Georgian Terrace, + a couple more - but the Fox tale was pure fluff and nothing about the Terrace or any of the others was remotely eerie. We mostly stood around on a slow Monday night and watched delivery robots up and down the streets that were more interesting than the tour. No sources, no access, no atmosphere. Also, the "tour guide" told us it's rumored that Wayne Williams of the Atlanta Child Murders took some of the boys he killed to St. Mark United Methodist Church on Peachtree St. and briefly left them there in the basement before he disposed of their bodies. She then went on to say that the church now holds children's services in the same part of the church and that it's "creepy." Give me a break. I've lived in Atlanta for a quarter century and have researched that case extensively, and I've never heard of anything so ridiculous until now. There's also nothing online to support it. If you're expecting legitimate stories, a little theater, or even one genuinely spooky stop, this isn't it. Cut the sales pitches, pick actual sites we can experience, and tell fewer, better stories with citations. Until then, hard pass.

We started our say with hotel pickup from owner/operator Dan from DTours of Atlanta - "Hollywood of…read morethe South"! He told us that more movie productions are now occurring in GA than CA ... we saw Marvel movie scenes, including The Falcon & Winter Soldier, LOKI and Avengers (End Game & Infinity War); Hunger Games; Stranger Things & Walking Dead! He had movie clips & still pictures highlighting all the scenes & explaining how the City & the businesses benefit! We safely maneuvered traffic and went from Downtown to Midtown to Buckhead! Definitely worth checking it out!

My husband and I have recently gotten really into the show Stranger Things so for his birthday I…read morethought this would be a fun surprise for him. I was really impressed by their prompt responses and great communication whenever I had a question whether via email or phone call. We live a few hours away and weren't sure what to expect when we got here, but we were so pleasantly surprised by how much fun we had on the tour and our tour guide was THE BEST and so much fun to talk to (s/o to Melinda!). It was a great experience and on top of getting to visit film locations we felt like we learned and were able to appreciate this city so much more

Stop 1 Publik Draft House…read more Peach martini was a little sweet shrimp & grits were pretty good but could use more spice The first several bits were nice and cheesy -- but the cheese did not feel infused through the grits cypress brewery --anniversary lager not bad -- crispy keene donut burger. needed additional acid to break the sweetness. -- bbq sauce added to sweetness -- excellent sweet potato fries nicely salted bulla potato peach martini a little sweet shrimp could use more spice real cheesy good -- cheese did not feel infused through the grits cypress brewery --anniversary lager not bad -- crispy keene donut burger. needed additional acid to break the sweetness. -- bbq sauce added to sweetness -- excellent sweet potato fries nicely salted bulla potato bravas--. pretty good. spice was real good built up right amount of crema --potato tortillas really good almost hot potato omelet vibe -- old fashion too sweet -- chicken paella -- preparation good in special pan, crisp up rice. artichoke was different but good, seafood with the paella would have been perfect Henry's for dessert Had the toffee ice cream pie. Really good, the atmosphere was fun. Real good experience overall and a lot of fun to try the different places. Bring your appetite.

We had a great time on the Midtown Atlanta Food and Cocktail Tour! Katrina was a great guide and…read morewe definitely visited some unique spots. We loved hearing about the area and seeing the sights. Loved the atmosphere of the Rowdy Tiger! We had a nice variety of different food and cocktails. Would definitely recommend!

I love bike tours & have been on many worldwide. This was an outstanding one as the staff were all…read moresuper friendly and very careful re: safety for everyone. I booked this for our 1st ATL visit. Really great mix of historical info and sites as well as contemporary movie locations and urban artist works. so glad we got to see so many areas that we would like to return to again. Easy enough that kids & my friend who hasn't been on a bike in 10+ yrs could do the tour - invigorating enough that more athletic types don't feel bored. Highly recommend

I went on the Civil Rights tour last weekend and it was FABULOUS! Our guide, Robyn, was a great…read morestoryteller who wove a saga starting from the Civil War to today while guiding us to places I have never been and facts I never knew even though I've lived in Atlanta for 36 years. The story was at times difficult to hear but she told it sensitively and took time for questions at each stop. Even though the tour might sound intimidating at 8 miles and 2.5 hours, it was very manageable for those who had not been on a bike in a long time. We would ride about 10-15 minutes between stops in the shade. The other guide, Toby, was also top notch, keeping all of us safe as we navigated the streets. Everything was handled professionally. Would not change a single thing. Highly recommend!

My sister and I wanted a more authentic experience of Atlanta that went beyond the staid, sanitized…read moreCentennial Olympic Park tourist stop. Nedra delivered! I knew from these reviews I wouldn't be disappointed: after a storm that cancelled our first attempted bike tour, Nedra was very flexible and great in communicating with us another opportunity to ride, and took us on an exciting ride detailing Atlanta's contribution to the civil rights movement, in particular the black liberation movement of the 1950s and 1960s. These experiences and authentic conversations have never been more important than today, and were the highlight of our Atlanta trip. I am incredibly grateful to have been able to support a small business owner that is driving positive change and solidarity in her community. Thank you for this unforgettable experience, Nedra!

The Atlanta History Tour is a MUST DO activity for everyone whether you are just visiting the area…read moreor have been in Atlanta for years. I booked the Atlanta History Tour with Nedra pretty last minute for a birthday celebration. She was very accommodating for scheduling and provided an AWESOME tour. It is both refreshing and inspiring to meet someone who truly enjoys their job and brings such a great energy. Nedra has definitely found her calling! The tour started over at the Spindle. We met there and then took off to our first stop. I was extremely nervous as a beginner biker but Nedra assured me that everything would be ok. Once I got over my nerves, I actually started to have fun! We rode on the street and on trails (but never on the sidewalk because that is illegal. Who knew?) We stopped along the way at various locations where Nedra discussed the history with us. She was so knowledgeable it was crazy!! She knew the story of building architects, community meetings that discussed actions of the location, events, articles that mentioned the buildings, the artists that created the street art, etc. I learned SO MUCH and best of all it was FUN! Before ending the tour, we made our way down to the beltline for a popsicle to celebrate my friend's birthday. It was such an awesome treat! We even got lucky enough to stop and see a live band playing under the bridge. Nedra was so cool about letting us stop to enjoy the scene for a little bit. We ended up going over our time and never once did she rush us to get back. I am truly impressed by the level of knowledge, professionalism, and candor provided during the Civil Bikes tour. I am looking forward to scheduling a small private group for a bike safety & confidence class. If you are considering a tour with Civil Bikes DO IT!

I have been trying to do a better job of exploring my own neighborhood, and The Pub at EAV has been…read morementioned often in our community chats. The restaurant was recently rebranded and I was curious to see what was new. I stopped in for dinner and was pleasantly surprised from the moment I walked in. Seating was open at the time and Noah, who was both the bartender and our server, greeted us with water right away. I have never been impressed by a casual restaurant's menu design before, but The Pub at EAV truly stands out. It is well thought out and visually appealing. I had been eyeing the tom yum wings for a while and ordered them as an appetizer. They were flavorful and served hot. The restaurant also provides complimentary house made pickles, and they were genuinely good. For my drink, I tried the Sneaky Link cocktail. Noah added muddled strawberries because it was a fresh batch and needed a little balance. I would honestly recommend keeping the strawberries as part of the drink because it turned out delicious. For entrées, we ordered the Heck Fire Burger and chose to have the bread served shareable style. They bake their bread in house and it is so good that they could easily offer a bread service option on its own. We also tried the lamb shank which was tender and very well prepared. The only disappointment of the entire evening was the bread pudding. It was recommended with a lot of enthusiasm which made me excited to try it. I ordered it to go and reheated it at home. Unfortunately, it tasted freezer burnt and slightly cross contaminated, almost as if it had absorbed the flavor of another item nearby. I am not a picky eater, but I could only take a couple of bites. Overall, The Pub at EAV is a great addition to the neighborhood. The service was excellent, the food was exciting and creative, and I will definitely return to try more dishes.

The Pub at EAV was great! I went on Wednesday (survivor night) and was able to enjoy great service,…read moregreat food, and great entertainment! The pub provided a bingo sheet for all of us to complete and I was able to enjoy some fish and chips while filling it in! The food was lovely and much above your average pub feast. The fish and chips were available in sharing or solo size. I went for the sharing to split with my guest and it was the perfect amount of food for both of us (with some appetizers before hand). We also went for the pickles and edamame. The pickles had a unique tang to them that any beer lover would love. The edamame was covered in a delicious chili garlic oil and had some crunch to each bite with the cilantro and dried spices on top. I would definitely come back here for the food alone. They do theme nights other than survivor so make sure to checkout their Instagram page to see if one of their watch party events is up your alley! Thanks to Sherry and the staff at EAV for a new fav Atl spot!