Atlanta Beltline Food & Street Art Tour with Inman Park Eats

Summary

Walk historic inman park taste atlanta flavors see beltline art and market

You’ll walk Atlanta’s Inman Park with a local guide, tasting southern bites at five spots (including Krog Street Market), seeing street art along the Beltline trail, and hearing stories behind Victorian homes. Expect laughter over cocktails and time to soak up local color—this tour feels like wandering with a friend who knows all the best places.

What’s the experience like?

“You can always tell who’s from Atlanta by how they say ‘Peachtree’,” our guide Maya joked as we stood under the shade of some old oaks in Inman Park. She had this way of weaving little city secrets into the walk — like pointing out the porch swings on those big Victorian houses, or how every street seems to have its own story (and probably a Peachtree in the name). I didn’t expect to actually feel the neighborhood — but there was this faint smell of honeysuckle mixed with something frying nearby, and it felt sort of familiar even though I’d never been here before.

The Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail was busier than I thought it’d be on a weekday — joggers dodging strollers, someone playing music from their backpack, and us pausing every few blocks so Maya could point out murals that looked like they’d just appeared overnight. She told us about one artist who grew up around here; apparently he sneaks new pieces onto the viaduct sometimes before sunrise. There was this one wall covered in blues and oranges that almost hummed in the heat. We stopped for bites at a couple places — fried chicken that made my fingers greasy (worth it), then something with pimento cheese that I still think about.

Krog Street Market felt like stepping into another world — all these smells layered on top of each other: barbecue smoke, coffee, something sweet I couldn’t place. The food hall buzzed with people grabbing lunch or just hanging out. At one stop we tried a cocktail (I’m not usually a cocktail person but this one had peach and basil — surprisingly good) and swapped stories with another couple visiting from Charlotte. It wasn’t rushed at all; we wandered between stalls, tasted things I wouldn’t have picked myself, and Maya always seemed to know someone behind the counter.

By the end my feet were tired but honestly I didn’t want it to end yet. There’s something about eating your way through a city with someone who really knows it — you start to notice small things: how folks greet each other on the sidewalk, or how the afternoon light hits those painted brick walls. Even now when I think back on Atlanta, it’s those little details that stick more than anything else.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Inman Park and local cuisine

• Visit historic Inman Park neighborhood
• Walk Atlanta Beltline Eastside Trail
• Explore Krog Street Market food hall
• See Atlanta's oldest viaduct street art

Top questions

How long is the Atlanta Beltline food tour?

The tour lasts about 3.5 hours and covers several stops in Inman Park and along the Beltline Eastside Trail.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated on this tour?

Most dietary restrictions and food allergies can be accommodated if you notify them at least 24 hours in advance after booking.

Is Krog Street Market included in this food tour?

Yes, Krog Street Market is one of the main stops where you’ll sample local foods during the tour.

Is this walking tour suitable for children or strollers?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller during the tour.

Does this tour include alcoholic beverages?

The experience includes one cocktail tasting as part of the itinerary; minimum drinking age is 21 years old.

What should I wear for this Atlanta food tour?

The tour operates in most weather conditions so dress appropriately for walking outdoors.

Is public transportation available near Inman Park?

Yes, there are public transportation options available nearby for easy access to the starting point.

Can people with mobility issues join this walking tour?

This tour is not recommended for those with mobility issues due to walking distances and terrain.

What’s included

Your day includes guided tastings at five locally owned restaurants around Inman Park (with stops at Krog Street Market), a cocktail tasting along the way, plus stories from an Atlanta local as you stroll historic streets and see colorful street art before wrapping up near public transport options.