Behind the Plaques - 2 Hour Historical Walking Tour in Savannah

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Savannah, USA

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Stroll through the streets and squares of Savannah’s historic district on this guided tour. Savannah’s squares are both public gathering spaces and historical landmarks; you’ll learn the history behind the battles and men that lend their names to these popular city spaces. Visit the Colonial Park Cemetery on your journey, a public park where the interned include Revolutionary War heroes.

Great as an orientation to Savannah’s historic properties
Hear stories of alleged haunted cemeteries, houses, and parks
See the bench made famous in the Forest Gump movie
Spot Savannah’s original city gate, town hall, and city cemetery

What's Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Parking Fees
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Chippewa Square
Savannah, GA 31401, USA
Located on Bull Street just north of the Six Pence, west of McDonough's, south of Wright Square. Meet on the south side of the square by the cement bench, in front of the statue of James Oglethorpe.

End point

Madison Square
332 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
The tour ends one square south of Chippewa Square, about four blocks, where the tour starts.

Itinerary

Chippewa Square

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wright Square

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Oglethorpe Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Columbia Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Colonial Park Cemetery

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lafayette Square

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Madison Square

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not recommended for those who are unable to walk for at least two miles.
Not recommended in the summers for anyone with difficulties with high humidity and hot temperatures.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 13 reviews

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Expect to walk and learn...

Luis_B, May 2025

Expect to walk and learn about the rich history of Savannah, Georgia. House of Clayton was polite and knowledgeable and we really enjoyed walking the squares and learning about them.

Response from Host, May 2025

Thank you for choosing House of Clayton for your tour, and for allowing me to show you why we love this place. I had a great time meeting you and showing you around! I hope you return to Savannah again someday!

Informative and fun

Sheryl_L, Jul 2024

I had a wonderful time. I love that I could ask so many questions. I liked all the inside stories about the historic district.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you! Your tour was a lot of fun! We appreciate you choosing us!

Good tour

JamesRichard_Z, Apr 2024

I was amazed at the number of buildings we were told are haunted! We were the only ones on the tour which made it very enjoyable and Bob was very personable.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you! We appreciate it.

Historic Savannah

Melissa_C, Feb 2024

We signed up for a group tour and it turned out to be just two of us. Brian met us promptly at the time and place. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Savannah. He answered any of our questions we had. We would highly recommend this tour to not only learn the history but also get familiar with how to get around the historic area of downtown Savannah.