2026 IEEE International Workshop on Machine Learning for Signal Processing
September 28th- Oct 1st 2026, Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Tours & Sightseeing

Background

Sightseeing Tours in Atlanta

Whether you’re extending your stay or exploring between conference sessions, Atlanta offers a wide range of guided tours highlighting history, culture, food, film, and music.

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park

Explore Dr. King’s birth home, the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, and The King Center. Ranger-led tours available.
🔗 https://www.nps.gov/malu

National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Immersive exhibits on the American Civil Rights Movement and global human rights.
🔗 https://www.civilandhumanrights.org

Atlanta History Center

Visit the Swan House, Civil War exhibits, and expansive gardens in Buckhead.
🔗 https://www.atlantahistorycenter.com

Atlanta Movie Tours

Explore filming locations from Marvel films, Stranger Things, and The Walking Dead. Atlanta is known as the “Hollywood of the South.”
🔗 https://atlantamovietours.com

Atlanta Hip Hop Tours

Guided bus tours highlighting Atlanta’s hip-hop history, legendary artists, studios, and cultural landmarks.
🔗 https://atlantahiphoptours.com

Trap Music Museum

Founded by rapper T.I., this museum celebrates the evolution of trap music and Atlanta’s influence on global hip-hop culture.
🔗 https://trapmusicmuseum.us

Atlanta BeltLine Walking & Food Tours

Guided street art tours, food tastings, and bike rentals along one of Atlanta’s most vibrant districts.
🔗 https://beltline.org

Unexpected Atlanta Tours

Small-group walking tours featuring hidden gems, architecture, and Atlanta history.
🔗 https://unexpectedatlanta.com

Southern Culinary Tours

Taste Southern cuisine in neighborhoods like Inman Park and Ponce City Market.
🔗 https://southernculinarytours.com

Atlanta Botanical Garden

Guided garden tours featuring the Canopy Walk and seasonal installations.
🔗 https://atlantabg.org

Stone Mountain Park

Hiking trails, summit views, and scenic outdoor experiences (30–40 minutes from Downtown).
🔗 https://www.stonemountainpark.com

🏙 Downtown Highlights (Self-Guided Walking Area)

All located within walking distance of Centennial Olympic Park:

Getting Around

Most tours are easily accessible from Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead via:

  • MARTA rail
  • Uber / Lyft
  • Waymo (select areas)
  • Walkable districts near the conference venue