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Immerse yourself in Savannah's centuries of history and moody ambiance—and hear family-friendly versions of the city's famous ghost stories and legends—on this evening walking tour. Bring older kids along, and meet your guide right on Columbia Square. As you explore, you'll discover spooky cemeteries, creepy public squares, and other supposedly haunted locations—and will hear all about Savannah's history of supernatural and unexplained occurrences.

Push open the doors of Old Savannah Distillery and jump into a high-energy cocktail experience where every pour has a story. In just 30 minutes, you’ll shake, stir, and sip your way through Savannah’s spirited past, guided by expert bartenders who bring each drink—and its history—to life. This isn’t just a class—it’s a hands-on, fast-moving session designed to keep things fun, interactive, and perfectly timed for your day. Whether you’re just getting into cocktails or looking to level up your skills, you’ll leave with insider techniques, a richer appreciation for what’s in your glass, and the confidence to craft impressive drinks long after you’ve left the bar.

Without a culinary tour of Savannah, you might miss out on some of the authentic Southern cuisine packing the city full of flavor. Try Lowcountry classics like shrimp and grits, plus Southern standbys including pimento cheese bites. As you walk through the historic district, your guide shares fun stories from Savannah’s past.

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.

Discover some of the most haunted places in Savannah during a small-group ghost and pub walking tour. Meet your guide and set out on a city stroll that includes four popular pubs and bars. Learn about the history and haunted past of these watering holes as you raise a glass in each pub. Combine history with a night out during this walking tour.

Travel back in time and into the pages of the best-selling book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil on this one-of-a-kind 2.5-hour Savannah city tour. You'll follow your professional guide to sites described in this epic book and get an up-close look at the landmarks and destinations described in this popular story. Learn about the author, the story and the movie that was filmed here as you take in the sites and sounds of historic Savannah.

Learn about Georgia's 'First City' from the perspective of the water during your 90-Minute Sightseeing Riverboat Cruise of Savannah. Enjoy panoramic views of the water as you listen to the captain regale you with tales and facts about the city and surrounding port. As a bonus you'll pass by Old Fort Jackson, one of the oldest artillery pieces in the country.

Learn about Savannah's nightlife and haunted side at the same time, and hear ghostly tales you won’t find in guide books, on this haunted pub crawl. With your guide to lead the way, visit several pubs, haunted streets, and squares around town with a seasoned guide who delves into chilling tales of the city's ghostly past.

Experience the haunting beauty and history of stunning Savannah on this Bonaventure Cemetery tour. Follow your expert guide just beyond the limits of the historic district and wander through the tombstones and gardens of this 170-year-old location. Learn about the lives of its famous inhabitants and why the cemetery is considered by locals to be the place where death and beauty meet.

Cruise along the Savannah River—and learn fun facts and history along the way—on this river boat tour. You’ll start by Talmadge Memorial Bridge and then cruise up to the bustling Port of Savannah. Learn the history of the port and see the action of the container ships, yachts, and other vessels in the busy port. Enjoy narration from the captain throughout.

Learn about the stories behind Savannah's elaborate mansions during a walking tour in the Historic District. Meet your guide for a city stroll focused on the architecture, history, and local preservation movement of these grand homes. See some of Savannah's notable buildings including the Green-Meldrim House and Juliette Gordon Low's birthplace.

An afternoon ghost tour in Savannah is a less-spooky experience that’s perfect for kids and families. Though this tour skimps on scares, it’s still packed with history, sightseeing, and insight into Savannah’s rich past, including looks at top attractions such as Colonial Park Cemetery and haunted mansions in the historic district.

Experience Savannah like never before on this guided, 1-hour, small-group Segway tour. As the largest National Historic Landmark District in the US, Savannah offers more than 20 city squares filled with historic homes, museums, churches, mansions, monuments and the famous forts of the Revolutionary and Civil War eras. Learn about the history, as well as some fun, modern facts, of this great city. Guided Segway training is included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

With its cobbled streets, historic squares, and plethora of colonial architecture, Savannah is a history buff's dream, but if you aren’t with a local guide, you may miss some of the most interesting spots and anecdotes. A walking tour helps you learn the history of Savannah's involvement in the Civil War—including how it was famously spared on Sherman's March to the Sea, allowing its original infrastructure to remain intact.

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 Savannah’s famous Bonaventure Cemetery on this guided tour. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure, then discover the cemetery’s scenery and stories with tour guide, storyteller, historian, author and artist Shannon Scott or his talented assistants. See where death and beauty meet and learn about the symbolism, art, architecture and burial traditions of the Victorian Age and other periods. Hear about famous lyricist Johnny Mercer, underground poet Conrad Aiken, maritime hero Josiah Tattnall and many more who call this special spot their final resting place.

Cycle through Savannah during a small-group sightseeing tour by e-bike. Meet your guide and set out on a scenic bike ride through the Savannah Historic District and see top landmarks including Forsyth Park. Cover ground quickly with a battery-assisted e-bike and maximize time in Savannah. Explore the riverfront and learn about Savannah’s unique history and architecture along the way.

The Best Way to Discover Savannah: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a refreshing sweet tea in one of the city's lush squares or a stroll through the Plant Riverside District and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Fountain at Forsyth Park, Monterey Square, St. John, The Old Sorrel House, Chippewa Square, Colonial Park Cemetery, Owens-Thomas House, Reynolds Square, City Market, and E River Street.

Travel back in time to Savannah’s Civil War era on this guided walking tour. Take a leisurely stroll through the Savannah Historic District, one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the US. See the houses of the south’s most famous generals and visit the buildings from the war years of the 1860s. Listen as an expert guide speaks of the town’s storied past, its military strategies and the Confederate States’ place in the war. It’s a great tour for history and Civil War buffs alike.

Discover a different side of Savannah on this tour that combines true crime stories and a pub crawl through dowtown. Stop at several bars for drinks (own expense) and here tales of a notorious serial killer, an infamous murder inspiring books and movies, and crimes that went unpunished. A portion of each ticket supports historic preservation and the Humane Society of Greater Savannah.

Shake up a traditional walking tour with a bit of true crime and a cocktail; that's what this twilight tour of Savannah has to offer. Grab to-go drinks (own expense) and sip away as you pass landmarks, such as Oglethorpe Square and Colonial Park Cemetery, on this walking tour focused on the murders, scandals, and crimes of passion in Savannah's history.

If biking through the quiet and scenic streets of Savannah sounds like a fun way to see Georgia’s oldest city, this bike tour is the way to go. It combines a guided tour of historic Savannah sites with a choice of high-quality hybrid and cruiser bikes. You also get to keep cycling after the tour and choose your own biking adventure.

Discover the real-life drama behind the international bestselling book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil and see spots you might not find on your own with this walking tour of Savannah. Walk through Savannah's iconic squares and under trees dripping with Spanish moss as your guide regales you with tales of the city's historic scandals while en route to sights made famous by the novel.

Come celebrate the 30th anniversary of the book that allowed Clint Eastwood to turn the Hostess City of the South into one of the most famous filming locations in motion pictures history! You’ll experience Savannah’s most famous film spring to life as you peer behind the scenes of the film world with the industry insiders who help create movie magic. We will give you a glimpse into what it would have been like to be an extra on the set of the film.