Atlanta: Margaret Mitchell & Gone With the Wind Private Tour

Atlanta Civil War and Margaret Mitchell Walking Tour

This guided tour explores Atlanta’s Civil War history and sites linked to Margaret Mitchell, ideal for history and literature enthusiasts.

Highlights

• See the apartment where Margaret Mitchell lived and wrote Gone With the Wind
• Visit the site of the Battle of Atlanta, prominently featured in the novel
• Explore the final resting place of thousands of Civil War soldiers
• Discover Victorian residences and architectural landmarks in Atlanta

Description

The tour includes multiple key stops:

• Margaret Mitchell House: Visit the apartment where Mitchell wrote the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Gone With the Wind.
• Inman Park: Explore the site of the Battle of Atlanta and view some of the city’s grandest Victorian homes.
• Oakland Cemetery: Tour this historic garden cemetery that serves as the final resting place for thousands of Civil War soldiers, as well as Margaret Mitchell and her family.
• Peachtree Street: See the location on Atlanta’s main thoroughfare where Margaret Mitchell met her untimely death.
• Ansley Park: Visit the historic, tree-lined neighborhood where Mitchell was born and her final home, where the only existing manuscript of Gone With the Wind was destroyed.

Includes

• Pick-up and drop-off within Atlanta city limits
• Private guide
• Bottled water

Excludes

• Gratuities

Important Information

• Pick-up is available within Atlanta city limits.
• If driving, meet at the parking lot for the MLK Historic Site, 423 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable shoes and dress for walking. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during weekends and holidays.