- Historic River Street - Your 1 hour riding tour begins along River Street.\nLearn 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.\n- Johnson Square - See where slaves were auctioned off in Johnson Square.\n\n- Second African Baptist Church - Learn about the incredible journey to freedom as you board the vehicle and travel past the Second African Baptist Church.\n- First African Baptist Church - See a major hub of the Underground Railroad\n- Savannah - We end the 1 hour riding tour here at The United House of Prayer where you will enjoy Gullah foodways and entertainment.\nAn authentic Gullah Geechee lunch buffet is provided before Gullah storytelling and freedom songs. Afterwards, we will transport you back to the tour starting point.
- Authentic Gullah Geechee storytelling
- 1 hour guided tour
- Gullah Geechee lunch buffet
- Parking fees: At Visitors Center parking is free for 1 hour and $1 per hour after
- Guide Gratuities
Experience an amazing journey through the captivating narrative of African American history stretching from bondage to liberty in the Pre-Civil War period (1748-1864) along the splendid coastal line of Savannah, guided by an authentic Gullah Geechee story-crafter, ‘Sistah Patt’.
Board our inviting Gray Line vehicle and allow us to navigate your magical ride, featuring iconic attractions like River Street, Factor’s Walk and Johnson Square. Unlock the detailed past of the West African tribes who were subjected to slavery in Savannah, laboring exhaustively to erect the warehouses adorning River Street. Trace their path towards emancipation and learn how their cultural influences remain ingrained in the local community of today.
Our moving historical exposition commences at 10:30am, complete within an hour, followed by a halt at the Susie King Taylor Center for Jubilee. Here, you can savor the interpretation of traditional Gullah Geechee culinary practices amid captivating narratives. Subsequently, we will escort you back to the initiation point of the tour, around 1:00pm.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
