My boyfriend and I are big fans of The Walking Dead. It's actually one of the things we connected…read moreover when we first got together - me introducing it to to him and him being immediately hooked. We talked about visiting TWD sights numerous times and I bookmarked GTC page years ago. For his birthday this year, I said "screw it, let's go", and surprised him. Of course, we're chaotic and were running late and had to catch a flight home the same day due to a family emergency. Wendy called us when we were a few minutes late to make sure we were okay. That was the first positive sign. When we arrived, we were met with smiles and waves. We were the only two in our group so Wendy was happy to accommodate our needs in able to get us to our flight on time. The experience was incredible. Definitely something we will never forget. We took the WEST tour and visited so many cool sights that were not only filmed for TWD, but films like Lawless, Stranger Things, the new Emmit Till movie with Whoopi Goldberg and SO much more. Wendy took photos of the both of us, all while sharing fun facts and trivia. We were treated to a wonderful lunch about half way through the tour and made it back in time to shop the clothing and souvenirs at the Georgia Tour Co. shop (per our request). And LUCKY US, they were filming in Senoia that day and Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride and the young actor who plays RJ were all there. What a cool experience!!! Lastly, we headed over to Nic and Normans to pick up some gear. We are already planning another trip to take the EAST tour. The process to book the tour was easy and VERY reasonably priced, especially considering the time, effort, and the fact we were fed. While we know the other GTC staff are all amazing (we met quite a few), we will definitely be requesting Wendy show us around again. Her personality, humor, intelligence, and passion for what she does was evident from the moment we met. THANK YOU GTC AND WENDY FOR GIVING THIS COUPLE A TRIP THEY WILL NEVER FORGET

We went on the touring dead two hour tour. it was pouring and cold but we went anyway!! lots of…read moretouring locations we were expecting to see were on private studio property we couldn't see. it is mostly just houses and a few pieces of the walls of alexandria. but we did enjoy it, guide was super knowledgeable and nice!!

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!

We went to the new location on Luckie Street. We did the southern biscuit class and boy was it…read morewonderful! Jessica was a great guide and the space is so beautiful and clean! I would highly recommend this! My husband and I did it together but I think my ten year old daughter would have loved it. It was a great integration of history and cooking! Thank you, Jessica for making our day!

Many thanks to Caitlin for our awesome tour yesterday. She is a fount of knowledge and was so…read moreinformative as she drove us thru many of the historic sections of Athens. The architecture and history is something our group had no idea about. Thanks again and if you are considering this tour, it is definitely worth it.

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So I'm not sure if they are still doing walking dead tours here or not anymore…read more We drove into the Town of Haralson today and was shown Buy a couple locals or part of the movie series was filmed. The town for the most part is deserted for real. It's kind of like a bedroom community now. But if you're a walking dead fan as I am you will surely recognize some of these photos of buildings from the TV series. At any rate I thought it was much spookier with nobody around a.k.a. tourist it literally was a dead town. Very cool. Enjoy the pics

My family and I had a blast on this tour! Our tour guide was so fun and was extremely knowledgeable…read moreabout the show. It was so cool to be on some of the sets used in the tv show and actually be able to act out some of the scenes! If you're a diehard fan or just curious this tour will definitely do it for you!

Had the pleasure to be invited to tour the Chick-fil-A Support Center for their highly exclusive…read moreDeluxe "Backstage Tour" (which was approx. 2 hrs of FUN)! We were set to arrive early but got dropped off in the wrong spot by or Uber driver. We got help from staff at their own site daycare center and everyone was so friendly and hospitable that a shuttle service was radioed to pick us up and dropped us off in-front of the building where the tour was scheduled -- TOTAL SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY HANDS DOWN! FIRST: We checked in with security upon arrival and received a radio and lanyard. SECOND: We were brought into a room with other guests for an opening movie where we got to hear a bit of back story on the company. Our Tour Host: Evan Hodges was GREAT & Very Informative!!! THIRD: LET THE TOUR BEGAN!!! Saw the Test Kitchen and "the Nest" which is their training center. Got to see Chick-fil-A's History Museum which included old school cars and the Original BAT MOBILE!!! LASTLY: We were guided through Truett's office, saw a Closing Movie and Visited their Gift Shop! It was an unforgettable time that I was honored and grateful to have experienced such a storytelling experience inspired by the life and vision of Chick-fil-A's founder, S. Truett Cathy. It was a great BLESSING to have been invited at no cost to me and my guests! Please Note: Affordable tickets can be purchased for this experience on their website: www.tours.chick-fil-a.com I DEFINITELY recommend to anyone who is an avid Chick-fil-A Lover and encourage learning about this amazing company's unique story... it's truly... one. of. a. kind. (:

The staff make it such a great experience. They are always so polite. They address me as "Ms…read more Ruby".,Could it be my grey hair?

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.

Enjoyed a recent tour of the vampire diaries. I would recommend making reservations in advance as…read morethey book up quick. They have you meet at the welcome center. Which was really cool to see the memorabilia from various shows that were filmed in the town. They have a tram type bus that fit four to a row. (Really tight seating and probably my least favorite of the tour was the seating.). The tour guides are very knowledgeable and had personal experience with watching the filming and/or being extra's. They stop at three different spots and even stop at one home where the owners came out to talk with us. Pretty neat!

Although I was tempted to feel ashamed of the fact that I was the second-oldest member of this tour…read moregroup by far, considering that my counterparts were teen girls, the sheer excitement I felt outweighed any embarrassment. Mystic Falls Tours in Covington is a dream for Vampire Diaries fans, as you come across countless memorabilia from the long-running, cult following CW show, AND get to see the real homes and filming locations that the disturbingly-beautiful cast stepped foot on over the years. Stop by the Mystic Grill for a nice lunch and the gift shop directly beneath the clock tower after the tour for the ending to the perfect day.

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

What a cute little establishment. The workers are super friendly and helpful. The store has a lot…read moreof things to choose from. Stuff out of the ordinary, that you don't find everywhere. They are all over the place with merchandise. They have local art and imported items, as well. The prices are a little on the high side, but hey, they gotta pay the downtown rent. (I would have given 5 stars if the pricing was better.) Go give it a look around. You won't be disappointed. After you're done shopping, go have you some eats downtown at one of the fantastic local establishments.

Great service. Unique items. It's the place to buy your Macon and Cherry Blossom giftsread more