Savannah Historic District Walking Tour
from $46.16
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Taking a vacation to Savannah? Hit the ground running (or walking, in this case) by scheduling this all-inclusive tour with a born-and-raised Savannahian for the start of your visit! Cover a broad range of topics including historic homes, African American history, important women, the Civil War and the American Revolution. Join the group in the morning right after breakfast and you’ll have all the basics covered before lunch!
This tour also includes a brief stop at a local cafe for guests to use the restroom and pick up refreshments.
3 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Tour departs from the NW corner of Telfair Square, across the street from the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences (121 Barnard St., Savannah, GA 31401)
Itinerary
- 1Telfair Square
Hear about Mary Telfair and the history of the Telfair Museum
- 2Franklin Square
See the Haitian monument and learn about the Haitian regiment who fought here in the Revolution; see First African Baptist Church and learn about the oldest Black Baptist Congregation in America
- 3City Market
Stroll down the middle of Savannah's City Market neighborhood and get recommendations for shops, restaurants and attractions
- 4Ellis Square
Learn about the history of Savannah's City Market, it's loss, and the recent restoration of the square. Also learn a little about African Americans' contributions to antebellum Savannah's economy as both free people and enslaved people.
- 5Johnson Square
View the monument to Nathanael Greene, the war hero, and listen to the story of how his widow altered the US economy and history
- 6Wright Square
View and learn about two monuments, one to a rail road magnate and one to a native American chief, then take a break at a local cafe.
- 7Chippewa Square
Hear all about James Oglethorpe, the founder of Savannah and of Georgia
- 8Madison Square
View the Jasper monument, hear about his heroic deeds in the Battle of Savannah, view the Sorrel-Weed House and the Green-Meldrim House and learn a little about Savannah during the Civil War
- 9Monterey Square
Enjoy the view of many people's favorite square and learn about Casimir Pulaski, who is buried at the base of his monument.
What's included
- Local guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Wheelchair accessible - please note in the Special Requirements field when making a booking
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