2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
Join us on an unforgettable ride through the fascinating history of African Americans from slavery to freedom during the Antebellum era (1748-1864) along Savannah's beautiful coast led by a true Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller, "Sistah Patt". Hop on our comfortable Gray Line vehicle and let us take you on a mesmerizing journey, exploring iconic sights like River Street, Factor's Walk and Johnson Square. Discover the rich history of the West African tribes who were forced into slavery in Savannah, working tirelessly to construct the warehouses along River Street. Hear their journey to freedom and how their culture is still present in today's local community. The riding tour begins at 10:30am and will last about 1 hour before stopping at the Susie King Taylor Center for Jubilee for a mouthwatering experience of authentic Gullah Geechee foodways and story telling. Afterwards, we will transport you back to the tour starting point at about 1:00pm.
Your 1 hour riding tour begins along River Street.
Learn about the history of the West African tribes that were routed to Savannah and used in slave labor to build the warehouses along River Street.
• Admission Ticket Free
See where slaves were auctioned off in Johnson Square.
• Admission Ticket Free
Learn about the incredible journey to freedom as you board the vehicle and travel past the Second African Baptist Church.
• Admission Ticket Free
See a major hub of the Underground Railroad
• Admission Ticket Free
We end the 1 hour riding tour here at The United House of Prayer where you will enjoy Gullah foodways and entertainment.
An authentic Gullah Geechee lunch buffet is provided before Gullah storytelling and freedom songs. Afterwards, we will transport you back to the tour starting point.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free