Self-Guided 'Old Squares of Savannah' Solo Walking Tour

3.9 (19 reviews) Savannah, USA
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Duration55m - 1h 15m
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the original old squares of Savannah and discover their story. Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller.

WalknTours technology seamlessly guides you step by step through Savannah telling you the stories of it's founding, it's old squares, it's buildings, founder, churches, Telfair museum, where Forest Gump was filmed, the founding of the girl scouts, Tomochichi's memorial and so much more.

The tour takes 1 plus hours to walk without stopping. But feel free to stop in the shops, squares or restaurants you'll discover as you walk through this picturesque city.

The WalknTours app guides Solo travelers on a hands free tour.

Go anytime, explore on your own schedule.

Perfect for Solo Travelers. Especially Solo Travel Rebels.

What's included

  • See where Forest Gump was filmed
  • Virtual walk you can take after taking the in person tour
  • WalknTours Solo Smart Phone guided tour "Old Squares of Savannah"
  • Learn Savannah's history, founding, natives and culture
  • Walk through the old squares in Savannah
  • No food, entrance tickets to museums or in person guide.

What to expect

  1. Reynolds Square
    3m
    We will visit old Reynolds Square and here the stories of the Olde Pink House and the victims that died of Malaria in the square. it's can be a bit historical and a bit spooky.
  2. Pass by
    We will stop by the Lucas theater briefly and hear it's history.
  3. Owens-thomas House & Slave Quarters
    2m · Admission ticket not included
    We will stop outside the Owens Thomas House and hear the story of the house and the slave quarters. The house is also a museum that you can visit but that is not included in the tour. If you are interested pause the tour and and visit. Just press play to continue.
  4. Davenport House Museum
    3m · Admission ticket not included
    We will stop outside the Davenport house and hear it's story. And after that we will head into the Colombia square and see the old historic fountain.
  5. Wright Square
    5m · Admission ticket included
    We will stop in Wrights square and hear the story of Tomochichi the chief that helped establish the city of Savannah. We will learn about is grave and the statue that now stands in the middle of the square.
  6. 3m
    We will stop by Wright Square Antique and learn about the movie industry in Georgia. Did you know it's one of the biggest filming locations in the world! Many movies you know were filmed right here in Georgia. You can pause the tour and check out the shop.
  7. Telfair Academy
    3m · Admission ticket not included
    Your tour will go to Telfair Square and stop at the entrance of the Telfair Museum. it's the oldest art museum in the South. You'll hear the story of how it was was established and the 5 statues that sit out front.
  8. Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum
    3m · Admission ticket not included
    We will stop by the outside of the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, or as you may know here The Founder of the Girl Scouts!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our tour will start here in Johnson square. You'll hear the story of the old Indian Chief that once told the origin story of the Creek's here. And you'll also here about Nathaniel Greene, the man buried in the square.

End point

Our tour ends in Chippewa Square, you may know it from the movie Forest Gump! Yep, this is the square Forest sat on that bench telling his story. It's also one of the most beautiful squares.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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