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History of Savannah Walking Tour

Savannah, GA 31401, USA
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Duration

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

Skip the boring guidebook and map and explore Savannah’s heart with an engaging local guide who knows how to bring the history and lore of this Southern city to life. Stroll along cobblestone lanes to take in elegant squares, antebellum homes and museums, and picturesque churches and parks as you learn about the city’s role in the American Revolution and Civil War, as well as its modern history.

  • Get an overview of Savannah’s history and sights in less than two hours
  • Visit highlights like Jones Street, Monterey Square, and Forsyth Park
  • Delve into the city’s colorful history with guide commentary along the way
  • A small-group tour for plenty of time to interact with your guide

What To Expect

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Chippewa Square

Your guide, Sarah, will meet you in Chippewa Square to share the story of James Oglethorpe and the founding of the city of Savannah.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum

We’ll stop by the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low to briefly discuss the founding of the Girl Scouts.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wright Square

At Wright Square we will discuss the history of Tomochichi and the local Native American tribe who were instrumental in helping the early colony of Savannah succeed.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters

Next to the Owens-Thomas house we will discuss how slavery impacted early Savannah history.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Colonial Park Cemetery

Here we will talk about what life (and death!) was like during the victorian era in Savannah.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedral of St. John the Baptist

Here we will discuss the influence that the large Irish community has had on the city of Savannah.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Green-Meldrim House

Here we will discuss the role the city of Savannah had during the American Civil War.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jones Street

Here we will walk along what is considered to be “the most beautiful street in America.”

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monterey Square

At this square we will discuss the famous Mercer-Williams House and the role that General Pulaski played in the Revolutionary War.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Forsyth Park

Here will will end our tour after viewing the famous Forsyth Park fountain.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • This is a walking tour that will include seeing many of the top sites of the city.
  • We will not be entering any paid businesses/museums during the walking tour.

Durations

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Tour's Location

Savannah, GA 31401, USA
from 26 $

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