Top Georgia Cultural Tours - page 2

Discover the rich African-American heritage and culture of Atlanta, which is often called the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement, on this half-day tour. Travel down Auburn Avenue, the famous neighborhood lined with churches and Black-owned businesses. Learn about Booker T Washington, known as the Great Black Educator, and visit Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s residence. Plus, a small group limited to 13 travelers ensures an intimate atmosphere well suited to the topics you'll be learning about.

Get your nose out of a guidebook and learn about Savannah’s history through the lens of the African-American journey—from slavery to freedom—with this themed bus tour. Take in key locations from the Antebellum period from the mid-18th century to the Civil War with narration by a Gullah Geechee “truth-teller” guide illustrating the fate of West Africans captured and sold as slaves in the city, and their fight for freedom.

Our Savannah History Walk is an excellent way to orient yourself with Savannah’s past. We start in Savannah’s oldest square and outline the founding of both Savannah and Georgia. From there we head south, square by square, discussing Savannah’s booms and busts. Some topics covered include the Oglethorpe Plan for squares, the father vs. son atmosphere of Revolutionary Savannah, the city’s most famous duel, Presidential visits, the Civil War era and Federal occupation, the experience of Antebellum and post-War African Americans, and the city’s churches and historic homes. We’ll take our talk right up to the tourist boom brought on by a certain book, the growing Port of Savannah, and where the city goes from here. You’ll also hear about dozens of men and women who made this place what it is. This is Savannah's most in-depth and comprehensive historic tour. Whether a tourist or longtime resident, you’ll walk away with a greater appreciation of all things Savannah.

Explore Savannah from the seat of a vintage Citroën with this private tour. Get picked up at the location of your choice and maximize time in Savannah with a tour that is personalized to your interests. Learn about the architecture and history of Savannah and see top landmarks including Forsyth Park, the Colonial Park Cemetery, and the Mercer Williams House Museum. See the Savannah historic district in style.

Learn about the history of one of Savannah’s beautiful cemeteries during this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide at Bonaventure Cemetery for a guided stroll through this Victorian landmark. Hear stories about the lives of people who were laid to rest here and learn about the meaning behind the markings on tombstones and sculptures throughout the cemetery.

On this walking tour, soak in the town’s picturesque architecture as you hear tales of REAL murders and mayhem, some of which are more recent than you may expect! Then we’ll make our own mayhem at Seagle’s Saloon, which will offer Happy Hour priced drinks exclusively for our guests!

Go beyond standard sightseeing with this guided architecture tour that highlights the architects that created Savannah’s historic structures. Learn about William Jay, who is considered the father of the city’s architecture, John Norris, Hyman Witcover, and William Gibbons Preston. Pass by overlooked sites like the Gryphon Tea Room and visit popular sites like the Mercer William House Museum.

Cruise through sunny Savannah on an electric bike and get a feel for the historic Southern city. Spend ample time exploring the historic city with your guide, learning about Savannah and its people. Your guide will give you some great tips about local attractions to check out after the tour with your e-bike.

Immerse yourself in Atlanta’s history and learn more about the life of MLK than you would on your own on this walking tour. Meet your guide, and explore the city as you learn about Dr Martin Luther King Jr’s life and work. Learn about the historical backdrop that he grew up in, see where he was born, and visit exhibitions that detail his social and civil rights activism.

Skin and Bones Ghost Tours Savannah offers guided, walking ghost tours exploring the haunted history and spooky legends of Savannah. Your expert guides will take you on a chilling journey through the city's most haunted locations, sharing spine-tingling tales of paranormal encounters and unexplained phenomena. Join us for an unforgettable experience as we delve into the eerie past of Savannah, a city with a dark and mysterious side

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.

Discover the culture, architecture, and heritage of the Savannah Historic District with a private walking tour. Meet your guide for a city stroll that can be personalized according to your interests and maximize your time in Savannah. Build an itinerary based on museums, historic sites, film locations, parks, artistic landmarks, and more. Hotel pick-up is available.

Explore historic Georgia without the hassle of navigating on your own on this guided tour to two major landmarks: Bonaventure Cemetery and Wormsloe Historic Site. Along with pickup from hotels in Savannah's Historic District, you'll get guided access at both sites, plus you'll see the 18th-century Plantation Tabby Ruins. To top off the trip, you'll stop by Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for tastings of their famous treats.

This Savannah hop-on hop-off trolley tour makes exploring Savannah super easy. The trolley’s route stops at 16 stops around the city and passes by more than 100 points of interest along the way. Plus, there’s narration about the city’s sights and history that you can enjoy as you ride through Savannah. You can get off at any of the 16 stops and hop back on again at one of the stops, too.

Cover over 100 years of Savannah history and soak up the downtown atmosphere on a 2-hour small-group walking tour along Bull Street. Beginning in Johnson Square and ending at Forsyth Fountain, the leisurely jaunt gives you an insider’s look at the area’s rich and eventful past. The tour is also a great starting point for first time visitors looking for ideas to shape the rest of their Georgian vacation.

Explore Atlanta through the lens of the Civil Rights movement on this Martin Luther King Jr.-themed walking tour of the Sweet Auburn neighborhood. See where the iconic Civil Rights leader worked and lived as you visit sites such as Ebenezer Baptist Church, the King Center, and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. Throughout, your guide shares facts and stories about the Civil Rights movement in Atlanta.

Learn about Savannah’s history from a sixth-generation local who is passionate about sharing the city’s story. Covering six squares in historic downtown, the tour is unique in that it shares the historical perspective of Savannah’s Native American, African, and Irish inhabitants. Discover benches, shady spots, monuments, and restrooms along the route.

This Spooky Savannah haunted pub crawl combines two of the city’s best assets: a haunted history and a great party scene. As you walk through Savannah’s historic district, your guide shares spooky stories and points out sites of local lore, including four haunted pubs. Stop in for a drink and then take it to go as you walk to the next location.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil is a non-fiction novel and feature film set in Savannah. Visit the filming locations for this true-crime thriller on this relaxed walking tour. Join a local guide for a leisurely stroll through Savannah, stopping at locations from the movie, as well as those mentioned in the book like Joe Odom’s House. See real photos and hear the true story that inspired the novel.

Atlanta offers lots to see, but getting around on foot can slow you down. Speed things up a bit and save your energy on a Segway tour through town. Learn about the history of civil rights at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and Ebenezer Baptist Church. See the ongoing redevelopment of the Atlanta Beltline and enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline from Oakland Cemetery.

Maximize time in Savannah with a full-day private tour. Meet your local guide for a comprehensive tour that can be customized according to your interests. Get to know the culture and heritage of Savannah as you explore the historic district including popular landmarks such as the Bonaventure Cemetery and the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Go beyond the city limits to explore Tybee Island and its scenic lighthouse.

Walk in the footsteps of Margaret Mitchell, the Pulitzer-Prize winning author of Gone with the Wind on this private tour. Visit the Atlanta apartment where she lived and wrote her famous novel, and see the Georgian Terrace Hotel where the film’s premiere was celebrated. Learn little known facts and insights with your personal guide as you stop at noteworthy landmarks and locations from the book and from the author’s life.

If you only have a short amount of time in Atlanta, see the highlights of the city in just half a day on this small-group driving tour. Meet your guide in the morning, hop aboard the vehicle, and set off. You'll visit Downtown, Midtown, and Buckhead neighborhoods; view landmarks like Centennial Olympic Park, SkyView Atlanta, and Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site. Don't worry about getting hungry; stop at Krog Street Market, a historic food hall with diverse eateries.

Maximize time in Savannah with a half-day private tour in the Historic District and beyond. Get picked up at your hotel and set out on a tour that can be personalized according to your interests. See popular landmarks including the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, the Bonaventure Cemetery, and the Isle of Hope Marina. Learn about Savannah's history, heritage, and architecture during this private excursion.