Savannah: Ghosts and Gravestones Tour with Low House Entry

Savannah’s darker side comes alive on this 80-minute ride through old squares, cemetery grounds, waterfront streets, and two historic buildings. The best part is not simply hearing ghost stories from a trolley seat. You actually step inside the Andrew Low House and the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery, where the stories gain a more physical setting.

I like the mix of history and theatrical fun. Guides such as Maria, Olive, Red, Temperance, and Lady Leore have been praised for strong storytelling, humor, and lively character work. I also like that the trolley saves you a good deal of walking after dark. The main drawback is time: the Andrew Low House visit can feel short, and passengers seated toward the back have sometimes had trouble hearing the guide.

Key points to know before booking

• Two indoor stops: Visit the Andrew Low House and the 19th-century Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery.
• Savannah by night trolley: Ride past historic squares, cemeteries, inns, museums, and waterfront sites while the guide narrates.
• History with theatrical scares: Expect murder tales, ghost legends, jokes, actors, and a few planned surprises.
• Good value at $39: Transportation, a live English-speaking guide, and entry to both buildings are included.
• Best for first-time visitors: You get a quick look at several parts of Savannah while learning the city’s darker stories.
• Check the restrictions: Children under 6, wheelchair users, pets, smokers, and travelers with large bags are not accommodated.

Why the trolley is the right way to see Savannah after dark

Savannah’s historic district is made for walking, but a nighttime ghost tour can become tiring when you are covering several squares and waterfront streets. The trolley gives you a comfortable seat while the guide keeps the story moving from one location to the next.

You begin at the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot. Look for the black vehicle marked Ghosts and Gravestones, along with guides in period-style clothing. Men wear white shirts with bow ties and suspenders, while women wear long white dresses with aprons. That small bit of theater helps set the mood before the first story begins.

The ride passes through the Savannah Historic District, including Columbia Square, Wright Square, Telfair Square, and Lafayette Square. You also hear about Colonial Park Cemetery, the Olde Harbour Inn, the Pirate’s House, the 1790 Inn, the Hamilton-Turner Inn, and the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences.

You will not get a long, quiet stop at every one of these places. The value is in the sweep of the route. In one evening, you see how Savannah’s squares, homes, inns, churches, cemeteries, and waterfront fit together, then hear why each location has attracted ghost stories or tales of murder and unrest.

The guide is the heart of the experience. The strongest guides turn the trolley into a small theater, using timing, jokes, dramatic voices, and sudden changes in tone. Maria, Olive, Red, Temperance, Aster, Esther, Rafael, and Lady Leore are among the guides praised for energy and storytelling. Your guide will vary, but the format depends heavily on having someone who can keep a full trolley engaged.

The Savannah Waterfront and Olde Harbour Inn

The route begins near the waterfront, where Savannah’s working port adds a useful layer to the ghost stories. The River Street area has passed through centuries of shipping, trade, labor, disease, violence, and nightlife. Those stories give the later visit to the chandlery a clear setting.

Olde Harbour Inn is one of the buildings you pass while hearing about the waterfront’s unsettling side. It is not presented as a lengthy walking stop, so keep your eyes open and listen closely as the trolley moves through the area.

This portion works best if you enjoy atmosphere as much as factual detail. Streetlights, old facades, and the riverfront setting do much of the visual work, while the guide supplies the legends. Traffic or outside noise can occasionally interfere with the narration, so a seat closer to the guide may help.

The Pirate’s House and Savannah’s square-by-square stories

The Pirate’s House is another well-known stop along the route. Its name naturally lends itself to tales of sailors, crime, and waterfront mischief, and it helps connect Savannah’s polished historic district with its rougher past.

The trolley then moves through several of Savannah’s famous squares. Columbia Square, Wright Square, Telfair Square, and Lafayette Square each give the ride a different visual setting. You hear stories tied to old homes, public spaces, and the people connected to them.

This is where the tour delivers more than ghost folklore. Several guides have been praised for explaining Savannah’s general history along with the supernatural material. That balance matters because the ghost stories are more interesting when you understand the city where they developed.

The guide may speak quickly to fit everything into the 80-minute schedule. One passenger specifically found the narration a little fast, while another had difficulty hearing from the back. I would choose a forward seat if you care most about catching every name and detail.

Colonial Park Cemetery after dark

Colonial Park Cemetery forms an important part of Savannah’s ghost lore. The tour includes stories connected with the cemetery, although the standard description does not promise a long walking visit inside it.

That distinction is worth noting. If you want to wander among graves after dark, this is not a cemetery walking tour. You are mainly hearing the stories as part of the trolley route, with the cemetery serving as a backdrop and point of reference.

Some people will prefer this arrangement. You get the atmosphere without spending much of the evening on foot. Others may wish the tour included more cemetery time. One passenger specifically hoped for a cemetery visit, so set your expectations accordingly.

Entering the Andrew Low House

The Andrew Low House is the first major indoor stop and one of the tour’s most valuable features. You enter the home of a prominent Savannah family and hear about unrest, reported hauntings, and personal experiences connected with staff and visitors.

A historic house gives the stories more weight than a passing view from the trolley. You are standing inside rooms where the setting itself becomes part of the narrative. The tour can explain the house’s connection to Savannah’s past while adding the eerie tales associated with it.

The stop is guided and theatrical, but do not expect a long house museum visit. Several people wanted more time inside the Low House. That is understandable, since the building has enough atmosphere and history to support a much longer tour.

Still, the inclusion of the house adds real value at $39. You are not only riding around listening to legends. You are also entering a historic property that would otherwise require its own admission or visit.

Pay attention to the pacing here. The guide may move the group through the house quickly so the trolley can stay on schedule. If you are especially interested in architecture or domestic history, you may wish the visit had more time for questions.

Wright Square, Telfair Square, and the city’s darker tales

After the Low House, the trolley continues through more of the historic district. Wright Square and Telfair Square are part of the route, giving you additional views of Savannah’s planned squares and old buildings.

The exact emphasis depends on the guide. Some guides lean toward murder and mayhem, while others spend more time on local history, buildings, and personal ghost accounts. The best versions do both. You get a sense of how Savannah developed, then hear why certain locations have become part of its haunted reputation.

The route also passes places such as the Hamilton-Turner Inn and Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences. These are not necessarily extended stops, but they give the guide more material and help you identify important buildings for the rest of your stay.

I would treat this part as a narrated city tour with a spooky theme, rather than a series of full site visits. You will see more than you could comfortably cover on foot in 80 minutes, but you will not explore each building in detail.

The final stop at Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery

The Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery is the other major indoor visit, and it may be the most theatrical part of the evening. This restored 19th-century shipping warehouse connects directly to the Savannah River and River Street stories you heard earlier.

Inside, the setting shifts from grand historic homes to the working waterfront. You hear legends tied to shipping, trade, and the people who passed through the river district over the centuries. The atmosphere is more enclosed and dramatic than the trolley ride.

This stop often provides the strongest scare element. Staff play acting roles, and the ending includes surprises away from the trolley. One person specifically liked the chandlery best, while another enjoyed the scares at the end and wished there were an additional scene of that kind.

The theatrical approach will suit you if you enjoy staged ghost attractions. If you want a strictly factual history talk, some moments may feel a little produced. The tour is designed to entertain, not to prove that every haunting occurred.

The chandlery also helps justify the ticket price. A simple trolley ride would offer views and narration, but entry to two historic interiors gives the experience more substance and variety.

How the storytelling affects the experience

This tour rises or falls with the guide. The vehicle, route, and buildings provide the framework, but the guide determines whether the evening feels like a memorable story or a routine sightseeing loop.

The most praised guides use humor without losing the darker mood. Maria has been praised for making the trip funny and interesting. Olive has been described as engaging and well informed. Red is known for precise, enthusiastic delivery, while Temperance and Aster have been praised for strong storytelling.

Drivers matter, too. Miss Q, Larry, Mike, Sherri, Trey, and Lisa have all been singled out for being kind, funny, or dependable. The driver keeps the route moving while the guide performs, so the two-person team shapes the rhythm of the ride.

You should expect a prepared presentation rather than an open discussion. There may not be much time for questions, especially during the house visit. One person wanted a question-and-answer period, which would be useful for anyone interested in Savannah’s buildings and local history beyond the ghost tales.

Outside noise can be a problem. A loud vehicle was once reported following the trolley, making it harder to hear the guide. That is not something the operator controls, but it is another reason to sit near the front when possible.

Is $39 a fair price?

At $39 per person, this is a reasonable price for an 80-minute evening experience that includes trolley transportation, a live guide, the Andrew Low House, and the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery.

The value depends on what you want. If your goal is a serious architecture tour or a long visit inside historic homes, the time at each building may feel limited. If you want a relaxed introduction to Savannah’s spooky stories with transportation between several locations, the price makes more sense.

You are paying for three things: the route through the historic district, the guide’s performance, and access to two indoor settings. The ride alone would not be enough reason for me to book it, but the Low House and chandlery add variety and help break up the narration.

It is also a practical choice for a first evening in Savannah. You can learn the names of several squares and landmarks, then return to places that interest you during daylight hours.

Who should book this tour?

I would recommend it to first-time visitors who want a broad introduction to Savannah after dark without walking the whole historic district. It also suits couples, families with children aged 6 and older, and anyone who enjoys local legends delivered with jokes and theatrical flair.

It works well for people who want history but do not want a formal lecture. The strongest guides explain the city while keeping the tone light. You may learn as much about Savannah’s buildings and neighborhoods as you do about ghosts.

I would be more cautious if you use a wheelchair, need a completely quiet setting, or want a slow architectural tour. Wheelchair users are not accommodated, children under 6 are not allowed, and large bags, pets, and smoking are not permitted.

The tour is in English only. Leave luggage and large bags behind, and do not plan on bringing a pet. You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option keeps the booking flexible.

On March 14 through 16, 2025, departures use 250 MLK Boulevard rather than the usual arrangement, and the tour still stops at the Andrew Low House and Colonial Park Cemetery. Check the departure details for your date before setting out.

Final verdict: a lively introduction to haunted Savannah

Book this tour if you want Savannah history served with ghost stories, jokes, costumes, and staged scares. The Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery make it more worthwhile than a standard ride-by narration, while the trolley keeps the evening comfortable.

Skip it if you want long, quiet visits inside historic buildings or a true cemetery walk. For most first-time visitors, though, $39 is a fair trade for a guided night ride, two indoor stops, and a lively introduction to the city’s more unsettling stories.

FAQ

How long is the Savannah Ghosts and Gravestones Tour?

The tour lasts 80 minutes.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $39 per person.

What is included in the ticket?

The ticket includes trolley transportation, an English-speaking live guide, entry to the Andrew Low House, and an exclusive visit to the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery.

Where does the tour begin?

Meet at the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot and look for the black trolley marked Ghosts and Gravestones. On March 14 through 16, 2025, departures use 250 MLK Boulevard.

Is the tour suitable for young children?

Children under 6 are not allowed. The experience is suitable for children aged 6 and older, though the ghost stories and staged scares may not suit every child.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.