Why choose this Savannah tour?

First day in Savannah? Take a small-group walking tour led by a guide who lives in downtown Savannah for your introduction to the city that brings it all together – a storied history, busy port, major art/design university, an abundance of historical buildings, plus great food and quirky shops – to create a unique experience for visitors from throughout the world.

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Starts: Savannah, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours

Walking Tour of Savannah’s Historic District


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Savannah, Georgia, United States Itinerary Breakdown

First day in Savannah? Take a small-group walking tour led by a guide who lives in downtown Savannah for your introduction to the city that brings it all together – a storied history, busy port, major art/design university, an abundance of historical buildings, plus great food and quirky shops – to create a unique experience for visitors from throughout the world.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Reynolds Square, Abercorn Street Between East Bryant and East Congress Streets, Savannah, GA 31401

Our tour begins here next to the statue of John Wesley. We talk about the Olde Pink House Restaurant and Tavern across the street and its historical and cultural significance.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Historic River Street, River St., Savannah, GA 31401

We’ll talk about River Street and its historic significance, as well as its current role as the premier dining/drinking/entertainment venue in Savannah. Also a brief talk about slavery in Savannah.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Johnson Square, Bull Street Between Bryan and Congress Streets, Savannah, GA

We stop here and talk about Savannah’s experiences in the American Revolution and Civil Wars.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Wright Square, Bull Street Between West State and West York Streets, Savannah, GA

Here we talk about several aspects of Savannah’s culture.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Chippewa Square, Bull Street Between Hull Street and Perry Street, Savannah, GA 31401

At the statue of Savannah’s founder, James Edward Oglethorpe, we talk about Savannah’s origins.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 222 E Harris St, Savannah, GA 31401-4616

Here, we talk about the history of this church. If open, we go inside for a look.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Hamilton-Turner House, 330 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401-4636

Briefly talk about the history of this beautiful bed and breakfast inn.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Andrew Low House, 329 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401-4634

Briefly talk about the adult home of Girl Scouts of America founder Juliette Gordon Lowe.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Monterey Square, Bull Street Between Taylor and Gordon Streets, Savannah, GA 31401-4913

We take a look at the Mercer Williams House Museum and the Temple of the Congregation Mickve Israel.

Stop At: Armstrong House, 447 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401-4960

We briefly talk about the history of this historic mansion in downtown Savannah.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Forsyth Park, Drayton St and E Park Ave, Savannah, GA 31401

Our tour wraps up here.

Duration: 10 minutes



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