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Savannah History Walking Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Savannah, USA
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

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.
  • Walking tour through historic Savannah
  • Anthropologist guide
  • Led by sixth-generation Savannahian
  • Get insider knowledge from a local

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Local guide
  • Cathedral Entrance if it is open day & time of tour
  • If you are driving, parking is available around the squares for a fee
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Wright Square
    Savannah, GA 31401, USA

    Wright Square at Tomochichi's Boulder in the southeast corner. Across from the yellow brick courthouse and Wells Fargo. At the intersection of Bull and York Street.

End point

  • The Gallery Espresso
    234 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA

Itinerary

1

Savannah Tours and Tales

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Chippewa Square

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Madison Square

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Lafayette Square

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

5

Colonial Park Cemetery

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

Oglethorpe Square

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Savannah history tour with Arthur

Daniel_C, May 2026
Really informative and fun tour with Arthur. He's amazingly well versed in the history and full of fun stories.

Great Way to Start a Trip to Savannah

Norman_W, May 2026
The tour provides a nice overview of the history of Savannah. Could have used more, but that is just the nature of the subject. Savannah is an amazing city with lots of history.

This was an Awesome Tour!

Rita_R, Apr 2026
Author did an awesome job as our tour guide! He was funny and very informative. I highly recommend this tour. He knows a lot of interesting information about Savannah and he was very nice.

Knowledgeable

DANIEL_M, Apr 2026
Arthur was a great guide. He pointed out so much and had a lifetime of knowledge he shared about so many places. We have been able to focus the rest of our trip on a couple of sights that specificly interested us based on his info. Thank you Arthur.

🤩 Wow

Patsy_T, Apr 2026
Accurate information! Convenient times available and access to a rest stop and potty break. Our leader was full of energy!

Arthur was great. He was...

Cathy_G, Oct 2025
Arthur was great. He was informative and friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and his company!!!

Historic downtown Savannah.

Ceres_S, Sep 2025
April was very thorough and knowledgeable. Enjoyed learning about all the squares around town and the. Historic homes.

Arthur is an awesome tour...

Leslie_J, Apr 2025
Arthur is an awesome tour guide! Very informative, down to earth and just funny!!! Everyone should definitely take this tour!

Walk, Talk, Learn

Natasha_G, Aug 2024
I was promptly greeted and the tour began. It was engaging and conversational. I was allowed to ask, as well as comment. I appreciated the pivot to other landmarks due to the Catholic Church closure. I also appreciated the suggestions for places to eat, other landmarks to visit and weekly activities. During the summer, bug spray is a must!

old Savannah

bartley_a, Oct 2019
Cody Shelley was great. The perfect walking tour. Nonstop History lesson of Savannah. Definitely recommend Shelley to do the squares.

Response from Host, Jan 2021

Thanks so much for the review y'all!!

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-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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