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Savannah Historic District Walking Tour

121 Barnard St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
Duration

3 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Take a leisurely stroll through the Savannah Historic District on this guided walking tour. Together with a lifelong resident of Savannah, visit one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the US. See the historic homes as well as the houses of the South’s most famous generals. Visit the buildings from the war years of the 1860s. Learn about the town’s storied past, its African-American history, its military strategies, the important women who lived here, the Confederate States’ place in the Civil War and much more.

  • Enjoy a guided walking tour of historic Savannah
  • Visit one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the US
  • See historic homes and buildings
  • Learn about Savannah’s storied past from a lifelong resident

What To Expect

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Telfair Square



Hear about Mary Telfair and the history of the Telfair Museum

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Franklin Square



See the Haitian monument and learn about the Haitian regiment who fought here in the Revolution; see First African Baptist Church and learn about the oldest Black Baptist Congregation in America

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Market



Stroll down the middle of Savannah’s City Market neighborhood and get recommendations for shops, restaurants and attractions

• Admission Ticket Free

Ellis Square



Learn about the history of Savannah’s City Market, it’s loss, and the recent restoration of the square. Also learn a little about African Americans’ contributions to antebellum Savannah’s economy as both free people and enslaved people.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Johnson Square



View the monument to Nathanael Greene, the war hero, and listen to the story of how his widow altered the US economy and history

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wright Square



View and learn about two monuments, one to a rail road magnate and one to a native American chief, then take a break at a local cafe.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chippewa Square



Hear all about James Oglethorpe, the founder of Savannah and of Georgia

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Madison Square



View the Jasper monument, hear about his heroic deeds in the Battle of Savannah, view the Sorrel-Weed House and the Green-Meldrim House and learn a little about Savannah during the Civil War

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monterey Square



Enjoy the view of many people’s favorite square and learn about Casimir Pulaski, who is buried at the base of his monument.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Wheelchair accessible - please note in the Special Requirements field when making a booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Durations

3 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

121 Barnard St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
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