Take a walk with us.

History Afoot Atlanta offers walking tours delivered by historians showcasing what exists now, what came before, and how the two come together. We offer engaging and accurate walking tours that expand the narrative of Atlanta’s stories. In our small groups we engage in conversation about the people who lived in and shaped Atlanta. Our focus is on social history, exploring the lives and experiences of a wide range of individuals.

Wondering what we have scheduled?

Use the links below for calendar and booking links.

Calendar of Tours

Book a Tour

Looking for Rich’s 1882 Tour Information?

Join us on a hard hat tour of the 1882 building at 82 Peachtree SW to learn about its past and future. M. Rich & Bros transformed shopping in Atlanta and in doing so endeared themselves to generations of Southerners.

To register, go to the South Downtown page on Eventbrite.

Frequently Asked Questions -

Where? The Beltline, Downtown, and historic areas or landmarks such as the Old Fourth Ward and Ponce City Market. For aviation fans, consider our tour at the Delta Flight Museum. For more details, see our “Tours” page.

When? We offer public tours on a mix of weekdays and weekends. Check our calendar for specifics - and let us know if there is a tour that interests you that isn’t on the schedule.

Why take a walk with History Afoot? We combine fun and factual information to see the Atlanta we find fascinating. Telling stories of the many diverse people who have lived in Atlanta, we hope you’ll go home with new ways to see your own family history or ways your community history connects to Atlanta history.

“...GREAT energy and everything is so well researched! She has a way for personalizing and making it fun for people who know Atlanta or who do not. ”

— Sarah, Atlanta Visitor

“I love to see traces of the previous worlds that existed - the curve of the train tracks, the railroad signal, the small houses that still exist....”

— Claudia, Atlanta