7 History Tours in Savannah That Still Read Well a Year On

1.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,235 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Walk Savannah’s historic center for about 90 minutes with guides such as Dan and Kel, hearing true history, ghost stories, legends, and tales of executions and murder. The tour begins near Chippewa Square and ends at Colonial Park Cemetery. Expect cobblestones, outdoor standing, a group of up to 30, and a calm, story-first approach rather than jump scares.

“This was an awesome tour! Dan was a great, GREAT guide! It was freezing cold out and it didn’t even matter because he kept us moving and engaged!!”

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2.Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,918 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30Best value

Walk Savannah’s Historic District for about two hours with a local guide such as Pierce, Champ, Mike, or Savannah. Expect four historic squares, cobblestone lanes, Forsyth Park, River Street, Factors Walk, Colonial Park Cemetery, and the former Girl Scout headquarters, with audio equipment to help you hear every story.

“Savanna (tour guide's real name) was friendly, extremely knowledgeable and well organized in her presentation of the history.”

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3.Narrated Historic Savannah Sightseeing Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,375 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Ride through Savannah’s National Historic Landmark District with a live driver-guide, hearing 270 years of history while passing Forsyth Park, Chippewa Square, City Market, the Cathedral of St. John, and River Street. Guides such as Meagan, Tony, Crystal, and Denise mix clear history with humor. The open-window trolley returns to its starting point.

“Our tour guide, Tony, was awesome! Got to see and hear about all of the major historical sites in historic Savannah.”

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4.Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,623 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Walk from Johnson Square through Savannah’s Historic District and toward River Street, stopping at about six food spots for Southern favorites and international flavors. Christina and other local guides add city stories, restaurant tips, and plenty of personality. The $60 tour lasts about three hours, includes tastings, and leaves you full enough to skip lunch.

“Christina was very witty, funny and informative. Her knowledge of savannah was exceptional. I was born here waaaay back in 1954. Went to the north. Haven't been back for 50yrs. She took the time with her knowledge to give everlasting information. Also was my birthday coming in a few days *I Looove Pickles * surprise our last food stop served pickle shots n martinis. Thank You Christina for a very Memorable vacation. God will will be back next year. Hope your my tour guide. BLESSINGS you were the BEST IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE!!!!”

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5.60-Minute Guided Segway History Tour of Savannah

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,163 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $55

You’ll learn to ride a Segway, then follow a guide through Savannah’s historic district, including Telfair Square and Lafayette Square by the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Guides such as Gregg, Marc, Mick, Nico, and Jason mix city history with humor. The tour lasts about an hour, costs $55, and is limited to 10 people.

“I totally loved the Segway Tour around Savannah. It was our first time on a Segway, and my daughters and I thought it was the best!”

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6.Old Savannah Tours Historic Overview

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 874 reviews · 1h 15m · from $35

Take a 75-minute, non-stop trolley ride through Savannah with a costumed English-speaking guide. You’ll hear more than 270 years of history while passing moss-draped oaks, cobblestone streets, grand homes, squares, and the riverfront. Guides such as Crystal, Miss Pearl, and Big E are known for adding humor and local stories to the tour.

“The tour driver was excellent. He conveyed information to the tour group that everyone could hear and enjoyed. There is no way that anyone walking or driving their car, could understand the historical history of Savannah. Thank you for such a pleasant experience. Highly recommend Old Savannah Tours. D.Davenport-Sweikhart from Springfield, Mo.”

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7.Historic District Foodie Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 613 reviews · 3 hours · from $96

Walk through Savannah’s Historic District with an English-speaking guide such as Gail, Cindy, Bec, or Tori, stopping at six eateries and specialty shops. Expect lunch-sized tastings, stories about the city, and a finish near City Market. Vegetarian and pescatarian options are available, but gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan tastings are not.

“As a first timer to Savannah and a single traveler it helped me to get to know area and explore it with others. I learned a lot and the food was fabulous. I would do it again.”

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