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

Tue 17 Feb

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Starting at $29.00

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Tue 17 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)

scottmS9871CV

Feb 2023

Brandon our Tour guide was excellent! His knowledge was worth the time and money spent!! His attention to details and specifics were off the chart to the history of Savannah.

Steve W

Jan 2023

I took the Civil War tour in Savannah. As a resident of and docent at a historical house museum here, I am always interested in learning more about Savannah's incredible history. Brandon provided a detailed and well curated tour, passing through several historic squares while informing us of events and local citizens involved in the Civil War. His animated delivery and knowledge of history made it extremely interesting. For me, a good tour is one that leaves you feeling that your time was well-spent. An outstanding tour is one you both enjoyed and were left with the desire to do your own additional research and reading about the people, places or events presented. Brandon's Civil War tour was, in my opinion, outstanding.

Ludlow0621

Jan 2023

Being national park enthusiasts and huge history buffs, it only made sense for us to want to do a tour with Savannah True History Tours. Brandon not only is a previous national park ranger, but he is a meticulous and an intentional researcher of Savannah’s history. It was just my husband and I on the tour, and it felt as if we were talking to a friend, showing us around his city. If you want a personable, fact-based, intentional tour of Savannah, we would 10/10 recommend Brandon with Savannah True History Tours. Brandon is passionate about truthful history, and he is very well-spoken. You will definitely get your fair share of dark history, myths (their origins and validity), and death! Thank you Brandon for an amazing experience! 😊