Savannah Bonaventure Cemetery Journey

Overview

Bonaventure shouldn't just be toured, it should be storied! As Shannon Scott or his gifted protoge stroll you though a dreamy outdoor art, life & death museum with spectacular natural splendor, you'll be awestruck by not only the depth of stories, but hidden meanings of art and symbolism that adorns graves and how so much of it connects not just to Savannah but the greater world! There is no touring Savannah without Bonaventure and we are the story crew most dedicated to proving that well known local truth!

City: Savannah

Sun 01 Mar

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Starting at $30.00

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Sun 01 Mar

Starting at $30.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Professional guide

Professional art historian guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please check your Parking & Meeting Instructions
Wheelchair accessible, but there are uneven surfaces that may require a helper
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

Bonaventure Cemetery

Host Shannon Scott or his highly-rated protégé stroll you through Bonaventure Cemetery's most coveted historic sections with detailed stops covering stories of the famed dead, statues, symbolism, burial rites, plant life and much more. Gravesites generally include Johnny Mercer, Conrad Aiken, Little Gracie, and locations particular to setting for Midnight In The Garden of Good & Evil.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (837)

Karen T

Jun 2012

We really enjoyed our two hour journey through Bonaventure Cemetery after closing. Shannon Scott is a very knowledgable and informative. Great way to begin our three day stay in Savannah. Thank you, Shannon!!

TJ M

Jun 2012

An outstanding evening of history, food and entertainment. I've traveled all over and taken more history and haunted tours than I can count. This one really stood out. Now, I really dig old cemeteries (pun intended) and I love stories about the history of a place, especially the unusual and the "supernatural". Shannon Scott (tour leader and owner) covers a bit of everything. Savannah and Bonaventure Cemetery history, some of the more interesting characters who lived and died here. Sordid stories of crime, punishment, star-crossed love and possible spirits. All among devastatingly beautiful monuments, statues and Spanish moss draped landscapes. A major bonus is that the tour takes place after the gates are closed to the public and it's the only tour allowed there at that time. No running into competing tours shouting to be heard over each other or traffic. It's just you and the cemetery, undisturbed. After the approx. 2hr tour you make your way to dinner at a local restaurant, in this case Sisters of the New South. They laid out a nice spread of Southern staples (fried chicken, pork chops, mac n cheese, banana pudding, peach cobbler, etc.) and Shannon continues with his stories and exhibits some artifacts from his own collection while you get to know some of your fellow tour-ists around the dinner table. Overall it's a great evening and value for the price. Sadly I've taken way too many tours that were not even close to worth the price of admission and a waste of my valuable travel time. This one was worth every minute and penny.

Amy_from_Saline

Jun 2012

Bonaventure Cemetery is a beautiful place with so much history. I took a tour of it with Shannon Scott, and thoroughly enjoyed it. He is very knowledgeable about Savannah history and the stories and legends of those buried in the cemetery. I learned so much from Shannon and completely enjoyed hearing the stories of those who eternally rest in this beautiful place. If you are considering a tour of this cemetery, I would definitely recommend Shannon's tour! You can find more information at http://www.bonaventurecemetery.com/