Savannah Historic District Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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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.

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)

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Telfair Square
Hear about Mary Telfair and the history of the Telfair Museum
Duration: 15 mins
2. Franklin 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
Duration: 20 mins
3. City Market
Stroll down the middle of Savannah's City Market neighborhood and get recommendations for shops, restaurants and attractions
4. Ellis 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.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Johnson 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
Duration: 20 mins
6. Wright 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.
Duration: 30 mins
7. Chippewa Square
Hear all about James Oglethorpe, the founder of Savannah and of Georgia
Duration: 20 mins
8. Madison 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
Duration: 25 mins
9. Monterey Square
Enjoy the view of many people's favorite square and learn about Casimir Pulaski, who is buried at the base of his monument.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Local guide

Exclusion

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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

Supplied by Bonnie Blue Walking Tours of Savannah

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