Savannah Walking Tour: Exploring Historic Southern Charm
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Savannah
Immerse yourself in the captivating streets of Savannah on a walking tour that unveils the city's rich history, Southern charm, and timeless beauty. Discover the pivotal role Savannah played in American history and be transported to a bygone era.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 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.
- Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum - We’ll stop by the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low to briefly discuss the founding of the Girl Scouts.
- 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.
- Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters - Next to the Owens-Thomas house we will discuss how slavery impacted early Savannah history.
- Colonial Park Cemetery - Here we will talk about what life (and death!) was like during the victorian era in Savannah.
- Cathedral of St. John the Baptist - Here we will discuss the influence that the large Irish community has had on the city of Savannah.
- Green-Meldrim House - Here we will discuss the role the city of Savannah had during the American Civil War.
- Jones Street - Here we will walk along what is considered to be “the most beautiful street in America.”
- Monterey Square - At this square we will discuss the famous Mercer-Williams House and the role that General Pulaski played in the Revolutionary War.
- Forsyth Park - Here will will end our tour after viewing the famous Forsyth Park fountain.
What's Included
- Walking tour of top city sites
What's Not Included
- We will not be entering any paid businesses/museums during the walking tour.
Additional Information
Join me for a fascinating exploration of Savannah’s mesmerizing streets on this comprehensive walking tour. Get ready to be enthralled by the city’s enduring elegance, abundant history, and spirited Southern charisma.
Delve into Savannah’s critical contributions to the American Revolution, the Civil War and the 20th century. Discover the stories of influential individuals, ambitious trailblazers, and formidable champions who defined the city’s course.
As we tread the stone-paved paths and under the canopy of moss-laden oak trees, the ambiance transports us to a bygone period when echoes from the past could still be heard.
Location
Chippewa Square
You'll find me at the center of Chippewa Square next to the big monument.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Alan_f
Mar 29, 2024
Great tour - Excellent overview of the city history. Recommended starting point for a first-time visitor to Savannah.
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Nicole_g
Mar 27, 2024
Great Guide - Our guide was very knowledgeable--we learned so much! We started off in Cherokee Park and went around to various squares and historic houses. Getting a little "insider" information about places is worth the tour.
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Ginger_w
Mar 25, 2024
Happy to have found this walking tour! - It was our first time in Savannah. We were able to call our guide when we weren’t sure we’d found the right meeting spot. She was prompt and took us to several spots and provided the historic sound bites that held our interest. She asked multiple times if we had any questions. We highly recommend Sarah.
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Peggym738
Mar 11, 2024
Very interesting walking tour - Sarah was very knowledgeable and told a lot of interesting stories about Savannah’s history. I would definitely recommend!
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Bonnie_l
Mar 8, 2024
Please do yourself a favor and learn many nuances of Savannah history … very walkable tour - What an amazing young lady (Sarah) she was insightful and informative!!! We ended up having private tour because others cancelled… our fortune because we had undivided attention. What a wonderful takeaway from our experience of Savannah !!!
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Jenniferresecksegall
Mar 5, 2024
Excellent tour! - Amazing tour with Sarah! We learned so much about the history and architecture of Savannah in a brief time! She was knowledgeable and very friendly! Highly recommend!
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Arthur_d
Feb 8, 2024
Small Private Group Tour - Informative tour in a small group with a very attentive guide. Sarah was very knowledgeable and ready to answer any questions about Savannah.
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Lisa_t
Feb 8, 2024
Things you didn’t hear, or remember, in school! - Sarah, our guide was most personable and knowledgeable. She made the trip intersting and brought meaning to history.
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Ceciliacn2969ac
Jan 14, 2024
Great Tour - Loved the tour! We would definitely book with Sara again. She was very informative and friendly. A pleasure to be around. We highly recommend.
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Inspire327557
Dec 7, 2023
Overview of Savannah - This was a wonderful and informative tour. Our tour guide was articulate, knowledgeable and spoke loud and clear for us to hear! I would highly recommend this tour!
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