Historic Savannah Walking Tour

Overview

Our Savannah History Walk is an excellent way to orient yourself with Savannah’s past. We start in Savannah’s oldest square and outline the founding of both Savannah and Georgia. From there we head south, square by square, discussing Savannah’s booms and busts.

Some topics covered include the Oglethorpe Plan for squares, the father vs. son atmosphere of Revolutionary Savannah, the city’s most famous duel, Presidential visits, the Civil War era and Federal occupation, the experience of Antebellum and post-War African Americans, and the city’s churches and historic homes. We’ll take our talk right up to the tourist boom brought on by a certain book, the growing Port of Savannah, and where the city goes from here. You’ll also hear about dozens of men and women who made this place what it is.

This is Savannah's most in-depth and comprehensive historic tour. Whether a tourist or longtime resident, you’ll walk away with a greater appreciation of all things Savannah.

City: Savannah

Fri 20 Feb

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Starting at $29.00

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Fri 20 Feb

Starting at $29.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local recommendations are free!

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

Chippewa Square

We will proceed down Savannah's main street through some of the most beautiful squares in town. We'll visit five in total. We'll spend about 20 minutes in each square, discussing both the history of the city and that particular square. As a former National Park Service Ranger, you'll be enjoying the most historically accurate tour in town.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (60)

ryleyn23

Apr 2023

This is by far the best history tour offered in Savannah. I will never again spend my money on one of those cheesy ghost tours. Our tour guide was Brandon and he was fantastic. He was passionate about the material he was sharing, and most importantly it was all factual. My fiancé and I fell in love with Savannah all over again after this tour. I would recommend it to anyone!

LaurenP0922

Mar 2023

My husband and I took the Dark History Tour of Savannah with Brandon when we visited Savannah for the first time. The tour was absolutely incredible. Brandon was knowledgeable and passionate about TRUE history from Savannah. We learned that the city has been through quite a bit of turmoil throughout the years and it was fascinating to hear it from a true historian. I always try to take tours in the cities that I visit and this was by far one of the best I've done. My only regret is not reading Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil before I left on my trip. The house is featured in the tour so now I have some reading to do!

scgeorge04

Feb 2023

I have been on almost all of the tours offered by Savannah True History Tours. Every time I take a tour with Brandon, I learn something new about the city I call home. I walk my dogs a lot around downtown Savannah and almost everyday I hear a walking tour go by and I’m amazed at some of the false information presented to people who have paid good money to learn about Savannah when they come to visit. Not only does Brandon make a considerable effort to research the history of our city but he also dispels a lot of myths you might hear on other tours. I don’t think there’s a better value for a walking tour in town, which leaves extra money in your pocket to grab a drink while strolling through Savannah and learning about our history!