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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
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.
What's included
Local guide
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What to expect
Telfair Square
15m
Hear about Mary Telfair and the history of the Telfair Museum
Franklin Square
20m
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
City Market
Pass by
Stroll down the middle of Savannah's City Market neighborhood and get recommendations for shops, restaurants and attractions
Ellis Square
15m
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.
Johnson Square
20m
View the monument to Nathanael Greene, the war hero, and listen to the story of how his widow altered the US economy and history
Wright Square
30m
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.
Chippewa Square
20m
Hear all about James Oglethorpe, the founder of Savannah and of Georgia
Madison Square
25m
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
Monterey Square
15m
Enjoy the view of many people's favorite square and learn about Casimir Pulaski, who is buried at the base of his monument.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
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)
End point
Additional information
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
