Savannah History Revealed: Unique Adult Walking Tour
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47 Ratings
Savannah
Uncover the secrets of Savannah's past on this unique adult walking tour. Explore hidden gems, learn about colorful characters, and marvel at antebellum architecture. Ages 16 and up.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Chippewa Square - Guided walking tour through Savannah’s Historic District.
  • Wright Square - History tour
  • Johnson Square - History tour.
  • Reynolds Square - History tour.
  • Oglethorpe Square - History tour
  • Colonial Park Cemetery - History tour
What's Included
  • Expert local guide
  • TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
  • All local taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a fun, exciting, and uninhibited historical adventure designed for adults. Leave the mundane tourist anecdotes behind and dive into the authentic stories of Savannah and its inhabitants.

Delve into the hidden, vibrant past of Savannah filled with secrets, scandals, and intriguing episodes. This historical tour is exclusive to individuals aged 16 years and older.

Drawing from primary sources, we resurrect vibrant personalities from history, transporting them from the stale textbook pages vibrantly to life.

We navigate through underground vaults and covert tunnels, wander around historic parks, appreciate exquisite antebellum mansions, and uncover concealed treasures of Savannah’s history - areas barely known or seen by locals.

We traverse the time from the colonial era, through the revolutionary war, up to the civil war.

Leashed dogs are welcomed. Do carry water, insect repellent, and wear comfortable footwear. Keep a check on the weather conditions as we conduct tours in rain, heat, snow—it’s all part of the adventure.

Key Features:
• 90-minute expedition with a knowledgeable local guide
• Unearth centuries of captivating Savannah history
• Meander through magnificent squares adorned with moss-draped oaks
• Admire the elegance of antebellum architectural style

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • City streets are wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
James Oglethorpe Monument
West Perry Street
Tour meets in Chippewa Square. Your guide will be at the statue of James Oglethorpe at the center of Chippewa Square in downtown Savannah.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Jerryti9341jd
Nov 2, 2023
Truth in History - I like to ghost hunt but I also like obscure facts about the reality of the people who founded Savannah and what they lived through. If it wasn’t for my tour guide, Neil, I probably wouldn’t have learned what I learned about the inventor of the cotton gin or James Oglethorpe and friends.
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Mate
Oct 21, 2023
Walk through the Historic District of Savannah - Two hour walking tour that almost lasted three! Our guide Kerry was really knowledgeable and passionate about the history of the city especially the part that usually does not make it to the textbooks. Half the group has encouraged him to write a book himself ;) If you are interested about the (side) characters (mostly unknown) history, this is definitely for you.
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Mcg19
Oct 14, 2023
Best Tour for a Busy Night - This tour was the best of all the ghost tours on a Friday night! The entire tour was 1.5 miles and we hit at least 6 historic and “haunted” homes and landmarks. Our guide was very knowledgeable/funny and our group was so much smaller than the others so we could easily weave past the larger groups going past some of the more popular sights (the graveyard). Highly recommend!
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120sydneye
Aug 25, 2023
Walking Savannah's Hidden History Tour - The heat was no joke, but the tour was totally worth braving the weather for. Kerry did a fantastic job speaking and showing us all the sites during this tour. I highly recommend if you're in Savannah, GA. Thank you again Kerry!
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Lewellen3925
Aug 25, 2023
Great Tour - Kerry did fantastic job and was very knowledgeable about the history. You can tell he truly has a passion for it!
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Briancy2890tc
Apr 3, 2023
Kerry knows it all. - Kerry's depth of knowledge and understanding of Savannah is amazing. No question stumped Kerry and getting the truth behind the plaques and official history was delicious.
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Ann_g
Feb 25, 2023
Enjoyed the hidden... - Enjoyed the hidden history. Kerry was very knowledgeable and entertaining. The 10:30 start time made it possible to get to Savannah and find parking.
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Scottcof88
Jan 25, 2023
Great walking history tour of Savannah! - Great walking history tour of Savannah! We were the only people on a Wednesday morning so it was nice having a personal guide! Kerry was very informative and knowledgeable about the area.
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Amy_v
Nov 13, 2022
Best tour this local has found! - Kerry was a phenomenal guide! A self-proclaimed history nerd, he has done the work of researching original letters written by founding members of the Savannah community. This tour provides history you won’t find on other tours. Kerry takes pride in offering interesting facts from Savannah’s early days, not just popular folklore frequently passed down to sell more tour tickets. His enthusiasm, kindness & humor permeate the entire experience. He was also excellent with communication leading up to the tour, and offers to help with directions to your next destination afterwards. Most certainly one of the best ways to spend a couple of hours in Savannah!
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Carol_t
Apr 25, 2022
Interesting and unusual historical facts - My husband and I both loved this tour. Kerry did a fantastic job telling us many little known historical facts about Savannah. This tour was my favorite of all the things that we did in our 4 days in Savannah.
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