Atlanta Sightseeing Bus Tour: Beltline, Buckhead & MLK Site

Five hours on a covered bus, walking three neighborhoods and one memorial on foot

This is a guided bus tour of Atlanta covering the Atlanta Beltline, Krog Street Market, Buckhead mansions, Atlantic Station and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. The tour runs five hours with a live English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, and a lunch stop at Ponce City Market. You get off the bus at each stop to walk and photograph, then reboard for the next site.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park45m
2. Swan House2m
3. Atlantic Stationpassing by
4. Atlanta Beltline15m
5. Krog Street Market10m

Atlanta city tour and sightseeing

• Begin tour at starting location
• Tour Krog Street Market
• Walk on the Atlanta Beltline
• Stop for lunch at Ponce City Market
• Pass by Atlantic Station on highway
• Tour Buckhead Mansion and pass Swan House
• Tour Martin Luther King Jr National Site on foot
• Return to starting location

The experience

The tour starts and ends at the same location, then moves through Atlanta's neighborhoods on an air-conditioned bus with a live guide. You'll pass Atlantic Station from the highway, then stop to walk the Atlanta Beltline for about 15 minutes before heading to Krog Street Market for a short look around. The bus keeps you dry and comfortable between stops, which matters in Atlanta heat or rain.

At Krog Street Market you'll have five to ten minutes to move through the space, then you're back on the bus heading to Ponce City Market for a 30-minute lunch break. The guide will show you the Swan House during the Buckhead Mansion Tour portion of the route. You'll see it from the bus as you pass through. The most substantial stop is the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, where you'll walk on foot for about 45 minutes with the guide, touring the memorial site itself.

Children from age 3 are welcome, and the bus can accommodate a folding wheelchair if needed, though there's no lift. You'll need moderate fitness for the walking portions, particularly the 45-minute stretch at the MLK site. The tour operates rain or shine, so dress for the weather: the bus itself stays climate-controlled.

What’s included

• Live English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned, covered bus.
• stops at Krog Street Market, the Atlanta Beltline, Buckhead mansions, and Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park.
• 30-minute lunch break at Ponce City Market.

Information

Lasts 5h, runs every day at 09:00, from US$ 69.99 per person and with a live guide in English.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00Another time? ›

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendly

Operated by Atlanta Sightseeing Bus Tours

Is this one for you?This is a shared bus tour with a guide leading all the stops, so you're not navigating on your own. The route, timing and commentary are set. It suits travelers who want to see multiple Atlanta neighborhoods in one morning or afternoon without driving or planning the stops themselves.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What exactly do I see at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park stop?

The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park is a 45-minute walking tour with your guide, covering the memorial site itself. This is the longest stop on the tour and the one where you spend the most time on foot.

How much time do I actually spend walking versus sitting on the bus?

You'll walk for about 45 minutes at the MLK site, 15 minutes on the Atlanta Beltline, and 5 to 10 minutes at Krog Street Market. The rest of the five-hour tour is on the air-conditioned bus between stops.

Is lunch included, and what are my options at Ponce City Market?

You have a 30-minute lunch stop at Ponce City Market, but lunch itself is not included in the tour price. You'll buy your own meal from the vendors there.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The tour operates in all weather. The bus is air-conditioned and covered, so you'll stay dry between stops. Dress appropriately for rain or heat depending on the day.