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Historic Homes of Savannah Guided Walking Tour

Overview
Celebrating 30 years in 2024!

More than a discussion of architecture, this enchanting walk through the heart of the Historic District focuses on Savannah’s majestic mansions and their residents.
Learn about Savannah’s ongoing historic preservation movement and hear of the contributions of residents dedicated to protect and conserve our rich history.
Ask about a private tour for couples or large groups!
City: Savannah
Tue 10 Jun
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Starting at $35.00
Tue 10 Jun
Starting at $35.00
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What's Included
Professional Guide
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
What To Expect
1
Owens-thomas House & Slave Quarters
Guests will learn about the circa 1916 mansion. Who built it, who lived in it, what it was built of and why it still stands today. If desired, the home offers tours every hour on the hour.
2
Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum
Walk with and learn why this golden jewel built in 1818 still stands on the corner of Bull and Oglethorpe. The home Juliette Gordon Low was born in and a house William Tecumseh Sherman was invited to dinner. But not why you might think!
3
Green-Meldrim House
Your guide will introduce you to the Green family and their circa 1853 Gothic Revival mansion! Built at a cost of $93,000, it was Savannah’s most expensive home.
4
Davenport House Museum
Learn about this circa 1820 Federalist style mansion and its unique role in history. It’s the home that started the restoration movement in Savannah in 1954! A tour vouch will be made available to all guests to tour the home at their leisure after the Homes tour.
5
Hamilton-Turner House
Now a bed and breakfast, your guide will introduce you to this stately Second Empire style Victorian mansion and its role in history. It was the first home in Savannah illuminated with the electric light bulb and was used as the pattern for the Haunted Mansion at Disney World by Walt Disney!
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (94)
Carter_P
Mar 2025
Nice 2-hour walking tour with LOTS of historic information about Savannah's Historic District. Never a dull moment.
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the review! “Never a dull moment” is our goal!
Ann_V
Mar 2025
The description was very specific as to homes to be visited and the tour did not match. We were also supposed to receive a voucher to be able to enter a home and did not. This was very disappointing as I expected this to be a highlight. It was an interesting tour. The guide was nice.
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the review! The listing on the tour description lists locations that might be visited but it’s a list of mainly house museums and very few guests want to hear only about the house museums. The homes owned by current families are also covered on the tour because they also add to Savannah’s architectural history. Your guide showed you 27 homes instead of the 8 listed. Your house museum voucher is attached to your tour voucher. If there were any questions, why didn’t you ask? You could have called or texted us at any time and we would be delighted to help.
Karen_S
Feb 2025
Brad was very informative and full of unique bits of history. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and left with a better understanding of the history of Savannah.
Response from Host
Mar 2025
Thank you for the review! Your experience is the goal we have for the tour!

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