Les meilleurs événements de la ville Savane. Visite privée à pied de la savane historique commander (réserver en ligne) tickets.afisha.life. On your Private Walking Tour, we guide you through the heart of the historic district from Wright Square to Forsyth Park

1

Wright Square

Your tour begins in the center of the north side of Wright Square in front of the Gordon Monument. You will learn how and why Savannah was first established, and why General James Oglethorpe decided to establish the colony on a 40-foot bluff. You will also learn how the square are designed and why. Did you know that the Port of Savannah is third largest port in the nation? You will discover who Tomochichi, the chief of the Yamacraw Indians, was and why is the buried under the Gordon Monument in the center of the square.

2

Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace

You will admire the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts, born here on October 31, 1860. You will discover the history the Gordon family and what it is used for today. *We do not go into the home, but will admire it from the outside.

3

Independent Presbyterian Church

The Independent Presbyterian Church was founded in 1755 on Ellis Square (originally Market Square), but was destroyed by fire. Rebuilding on Telfair Square and destroyed by a hurricane. Today it sits on the corner of Bull St and Oglethorpe Ave, where is was built in 1855. You will learn which US President was married in the church in 1885, and why is this steeple so famous today.

4

Chippewa Square

Here you will see where Forrest Gump sat with his box of chocolates, while waiting for the bus. The monument in the center of Chippewa Square is General James Oglethorpe, not Captain Morgan. We agree he does look a lot like Captain Morgan, and it would be appropriate since Savannah does allow to-go cups. Here you will learn about he man behind the colony of Savannah, and what his monument represents.

5

The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours

The Sorrel Weed House is one of the most haunted homes in Savannah. We will pass buy the home, and tell you about the Savannah gray brick wall surrounding the courtyard and you will learn why there are fingerprints in the brick. Where did this brick come from?

6

Madison Square

Where Madison Square is today, was once the location for one of the bloodiest battles during the American Revolution, the Siege of Savannah.

7

Green-Meldrim House

Completed in 1853, this house is the finest example for Gothic Architecture in the south. This house cost $93,000, or $3.2 million today, and was the most expensive home in Savannah during the 1800s. This home made history as being the Headquarters for General Sherman during his March to the Sea, when he occupied Savannah.

8

SCADstory

Originally built and used as the Savannah Volunteer Guard building, this is now owned by SCAD. We go past this building.

9

Gryphon Tea Room

The Gryphon Tea Room is located inside what we call the Shriner's Building. Inside the Gryphon Tea room is a museum in itself, once being used as Solomon's Apothecary, and still has the original mahogany cabinetry and cubbies used to store the medicines. The Gryphon Tea Room is one of our favorites for lunch, dinner or to relax with a cup of tea!

10

Mercer Williams House Museum

The Mercer Williams house, made famous by the book Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil, written by John Berendt. This is a true story of Jim Williams, who purchased the home in 1969, and the shooting of his assistant Danny 1981. The book was released in 1993, and on New York best seller list for 216 weeks, longer than any book in history. A few years later, the movie was released and helped put Savannah on the map of tourism. After-all, everyone loves a good scandal every once in a while. We recommend reading the book, or at least watching the movie prior to visiting Savannah.

11

Armstrong House

Now known as the Armstrong-Kessler house, we will talk about the history of the home, and who lives in this 26,000+ square foot home today. This is the one home in town where everyone gasps "WOW' and has to stop to admire. This is an absolutely magnificent home and one not to be missed. This is a private home today and not open for tours.

12

Forsyth Park

Forsyth Park, this is where our tour ends. This park began in 1848 with only 10 acres, today it covers 30 acres. It is our Central Park and enjoyed by young and old alike. The crowning jewel of Savannah, our Forsyth Park Fountain. What most people don't realize is that this was a catalog mail order from France and installed in 1858. It is must-see and you must have your picture taken in front of this amazing fountain.

13

Wright Square

Your tour begins in the center of the north side of Wright Square in front of the Gordon Monument. You will learn how and why Savannah was first established, and why General James Oglethorpe decided to establish the colony on a 40-foot bluff. You will also learn how the square are designed and why. Did you know that the Port of Savannah is third largest port in the nation? You will discover who Tomochichi, the chief of the Yamacraw Indians, was and why is the buried under the Gordon Monument in the center of the square.

14

Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace

You will admire the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts, born here on October 31, 1860. You will discover the history the Gordon family and what it is used for today. *We do not go into the home, but will admire it from the outside.

15

Independent Presbyterian Church

The Independent Presbyterian Church was founded in 1755 on Ellis Square (originally Market Square), but was destroyed by fire. Rebuilding on Telfair Square and destroyed by a hurricane. Today it sits on the corner of Bull St and Oglethorpe Ave, where is was built in 1855. You will learn which US President was married in the church in 1885, and why is this steeple so famous today.

16

Chippewa Square

Here you will see where Forrest Gump sat with his box of chocolates, while waiting for the bus. The monument in the center of Chippewa Square is General James Oglethorpe, not Captain Morgan. We agree he does look a lot like Captain Morgan, and it would be appropriate since Savannah does allow to-go cups. Here you will learn about he man behind the colony of Savannah, and what his monument represents.

17

The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours

The Sorrel Weed House is one of the most haunted homes in Savannah. We will pass buy the home, and tell you about the Savannah gray brick wall surrounding the courtyard and you will learn why there are fingerprints in the brick. Where did this brick come from?

18

Madison Square

Where Madison Square is today, was once the location for one of the bloodiest battles during the American Revolution, the Siege of Savannah.

19

Green-Meldrim House

Completed in 1853, this house is the finest example for Gothic Architecture in the south. This house cost $93,000, or $3.2 million today, and was the most expensive home in Savannah during the 1800s. This home made history as being the Headquarters for General Sherman during his March to the Sea, when he occupied Savannah.

20

SCADstory

Originally built and used as the Savannah Volunteer Guard building, this is now owned by SCAD. We go past this building.

21

Gryphon Tea Room

The Gryphon Tea Room is located inside what we call the Shriner's Building. Inside the Gryphon Tea room is a museum in itself, once being used as Solomon's Apothecary, and still has the original mahogany cabinetry and cubbies used to store the medicines. The Gryphon Tea Room is one of our favorites for lunch, dinner or to relax with a cup of tea!

22

Mercer Williams House Museum

The Mercer Williams house, made famous by the book Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil, written by John Berendt. This is a true story of Jim Williams, who purchased the home in 1969, and the shooting of his assistant Danny 1981. The book was released in 1993, and on New York best seller list for 216 weeks, longer than any book in history. A few years later, the movie was released and helped put Savannah on the map of tourism. After-all, everyone loves a good scandal every once in a while. We recommend reading the book, or at least watching the movie prior to visiting Savannah.

23

Armstrong House

Now known as the Armstrong-Kessler house, we will talk about the history of the home, and who lives in this 26,000+ square foot home today. This is the one home in town where everyone gasps "WOW' and has to stop to admire. This is an absolutely magnificent home and one not to be missed. This is a private home today and not open for tours.

24

Forsyth Park

Forsyth Park, this is where our tour ends. This park began in 1848 with only 10 acres, today it covers 30 acres. It is our Central Park and enjoyed by young and old alike. The crowning jewel of Savannah, our Forsyth Park Fountain. What most people don't realize is that this was a catalog mail order from France and installed in 1858. It is must-see and you must have your picture taken in front of this amazing fountain.

25

Wright Square

Your tour begins in the center of the north side of Wright Square in front of the Gordon Monument. You will learn how and why Savannah was first established, and why General James Oglethorpe decided to establish the colony on a 40-foot bluff. You will also learn how the square are designed and why. Did you know that the Port of Savannah is third largest port in the nation? You will discover who Tomochichi, the chief of the Yamacraw Indians, was and why is the buried under the Gordon Monument in the center of the square.

26

Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace

You will admire the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts, born here on October 31, 1860. You will discover the history the Gordon family and what it is used for today. *We do not go into the home, but will admire it from the outside.

27

Independent Presbyterian Church

The Independent Presbyterian Church was founded in 1755 on Ellis Square (originally Market Square), but was destroyed by fire. Rebuilding on Telfair Square and destroyed by a hurricane. Today it sits on the corner of Bull St and Oglethorpe Ave, where is was built in 1855. You will learn which US President was married in the church in 1885, and why is this steeple so famous today.

28

Chippewa Square

Here you will see where Forrest Gump sat with his box of chocolates, while waiting for the bus. The monument in the center of Chippewa Square is General James Oglethorpe, not Captain Morgan. We agree he does look a lot like Captain Morgan, and it would be appropriate since Savannah does allow to-go cups. Here you will learn about he man behind the colony of Savannah, and what his monument represents.

29

The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours

The Sorrel Weed House is one of the most haunted homes in Savannah. We will pass buy the home, and tell you about the Savannah gray brick wall surrounding the courtyard and you will learn why there are fingerprints in the brick. Where did this brick come from?

30

Madison Square

Where Madison Square is today, was once the location for one of the bloodiest battles during the American Revolution, the Siege of Savannah.

31

Green-Meldrim House

Completed in 1853, this house is the finest example for Gothic Architecture in the south. This house cost $93,000, or $3.2 million today, and was the most expensive home in Savannah during the 1800s. This home made history as being the Headquarters for General Sherman during his March to the Sea, when he occupied Savannah.

32

SCADstory

Originally built and used as the Savannah Volunteer Guard building, this is now owned by SCAD. We go past this building.

33

Gryphon Tea Room

The Gryphon Tea Room is located inside what we call the Shriner's Building. Inside the Gryphon Tea room is a museum in itself, once being used as Solomon's Apothecary, and still has the original mahogany cabinetry and cubbies used to store the medicines. The Gryphon Tea Room is one of our favorites for lunch, dinner or to relax with a cup of tea!

34

Mercer Williams House Museum

The Mercer Williams house, made famous by the book Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil, written by John Berendt. This is a true story of Jim Williams, who purchased the home in 1969, and the shooting of his assistant Danny 1981. The book was released in 1993, and on New York best seller list for 216 weeks, longer than any book in history. A few years later, the movie was released and helped put Savannah on the map of tourism. After-all, everyone loves a good scandal every once in a while. We recommend reading the book, or at least watching the movie prior to visiting Savannah.

35

Armstrong House

Now known as the Armstrong-Kessler house, we will talk about the history of the home, and who lives in this 26,000+ square foot home today. This is the one home in town where everyone gasps "WOW' and has to stop to admire. This is an absolutely magnificent home and one not to be missed. This is a private home today and not open for tours.

36

Forsyth Park

Forsyth Park, this is where our tour ends. This park began in 1848 with only 10 acres, today it covers 30 acres. It is our Central Park and enjoyed by young and old alike. The crowning jewel of Savannah, our Forsyth Park Fountain. What most people don't realize is that this was a catalog mail order from France and installed in 1858. It is must-see and you must have your picture taken in front of this amazing fountain.

37

Wright Square

Your tour begins in the center of the north side of Wright Square in front of the Gordon Monument. You will learn how and why Savannah was first established, and why General James Oglethorpe decided to establish the colony on a 40-foot bluff. You will also learn how the square are designed and why. Did you know that the Port of Savannah is third largest port in the nation? You will discover who Tomochichi, the chief of the Yamacraw Indians, was and why is the buried under the Gordon Monument in the center of the square.

38

Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace

You will admire the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts, born here on October 31, 1860. You will discover the history the Gordon family and what it is used for today. *We do not go into the home, but will admire it from the outside.

39

Independent Presbyterian Church

The Independent Presbyterian Church was founded in 1755 on Ellis Square (originally Market Square), but was destroyed by fire. Rebuilding on Telfair Square and destroyed by a hurricane. Today it sits on the corner of Bull St and Oglethorpe Ave, where is was built in 1855. You will learn which US President was married in the church in 1885, and why is this steeple so famous today.

40

Chippewa Square

Here you will see where Forrest Gump sat with his box of chocolates, while waiting for the bus. The monument in the center of Chippewa Square is General James Oglethorpe, not Captain Morgan. We agree he does look a lot like Captain Morgan, and it would be appropriate since Savannah does allow to-go cups. Here you will learn about he man behind the colony of Savannah, and what his monument represents.

41

The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours

The Sorrel Weed House is one of the most haunted homes in Savannah. We will pass buy the home, and tell you about the Savannah gray brick wall surrounding the courtyard and you will learn why there are fingerprints in the brick. Where did this brick come from?

42

Madison Square

Where Madison Square is today, was once the location for one of the bloodiest battles during the American Revolution, the Siege of Savannah.

43

Green-Meldrim House

Completed in 1853, this house is the finest example for Gothic Architecture in the south. This house cost $93,000, or $3.2 million today, and was the most expensive home in Savannah during the 1800s. This home made history as being the Headquarters for General Sherman during his March to the Sea, when he occupied Savannah.

44

SCADstory

Originally built and used as the Savannah Volunteer Guard building, this is now owned by SCAD. We go past this building.

45

Gryphon Tea Room

The Gryphon Tea Room is located inside what we call the Shriner's Building. Inside the Gryphon Tea room is a museum in itself, once being used as Solomon's Apothecary, and still has the original mahogany cabinetry and cubbies used to store the medicines. The Gryphon Tea Room is one of our favorites for lunch, dinner or to relax with a cup of tea!

46

Mercer Williams House Museum

The Mercer Williams house, made famous by the book Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil, written by John Berendt. This is a true story of Jim Williams, who purchased the home in 1969, and the shooting of his assistant Danny 1981. The book was released in 1993, and on New York best seller list for 216 weeks, longer than any book in history. A few years later, the movie was released and helped put Savannah on the map of tourism. After-all, everyone loves a good scandal every once in a while. We recommend reading the book, or at least watching the movie prior to visiting Savannah.

47

Armstrong House

Now known as the Armstrong-Kessler house, we will talk about the history of the home, and who lives in this 26,000+ square foot home today. This is the one home in town where everyone gasps "WOW' and has to stop to admire. This is an absolutely magnificent home and one not to be missed. This is a private home today and not open for tours.

48

Forsyth Park

Forsyth Park, this is where our tour ends. This park began in 1848 with only 10 acres, today it covers 30 acres. It is our Central Park and enjoyed by young and old alike. The crowning jewel of Savannah, our Forsyth Park Fountain. What most people don't realize is that this was a catalog mail order from France and installed in 1858. It is must-see and you must have your picture taken in front of this amazing fountain.

49

Place Wright

Votre visite commence au centre du côté nord de Wright Square, devant le Gordon Monument. Vous apprendrez comment et pourquoi Savannah a été créé pour la première fois et pourquoi le général James Oglethorpe a décidé d'établir la colonie sur une falaise de 40 pieds. Vous apprendrez également comment les carrés sont conçus et pourquoi. Saviez-vous que le port de Savannah est le troisième plus grand port du pays ? Vous découvrirez qui était Tomochichi, le chef des Indiens Yamacraw, et pourquoi il est enterré sous le monument Gordon au centre de la place.

50

Lieu de naissance de Juliette Gordon Low

Vous admirerez la maison natale de Juliette Gordon Low, la fondatrice des Girl Scouts, née ici le 31 octobre 1860. Vous découvrirez l'histoire de la famille Gordon et à quoi elle sert aujourd'hui. *Nous n'entrons pas dans la maison, mais l'admirons de l'extérieur.

51

Église presbytérienne indépendante

L'église presbytérienne indépendante a été fondée en 1755 sur Ellis Square (à l'origine Market Square), mais a été détruite par un incendie. Reconstruire sur Telfair Square et détruit par un ouragan. Aujourd'hui, il se trouve au coin de Bull St et Oglethorpe Ave, où il a été construit en 1855. Vous apprendrez quel président américain s'est marié dans l'église en 1885 et pourquoi ce clocher est-il si célèbre aujourd'hui.

52

Place Chippewa

Ici, vous verrez où Forrest Gump était assis avec sa boîte de chocolats, en attendant le bus. Le monument au centre de Chippewa Square est le général James Oglethorpe, pas le capitaine Morgan. Nous convenons qu'il ressemble beaucoup au capitaine Morgan, et ce serait approprié puisque Savannah autorise les tasses à emporter. Ici, vous découvrirez l'homme derrière la colonie de Savannah et ce que représente son monument.

53

Musée et visites de la vieille maison de l'herbe à l'oseille

La Sorrel Weed House est l'une des maisons les plus hantées de Savannah. Nous passerons acheter la maison et vous parlerons du mur de briques grises Savannah entourant la cour et vous apprendrez pourquoi il y a des empreintes digitales dans la brique. D'où vient cette brique ?

54

Madison Square

Où se trouve aujourd'hui Madison Square, était autrefois le lieu de l'une des batailles les plus sanglantes de la Révolution américaine, le siège de Savannah.

55

Maison Green-Meldrim

Achevée en 1853, cette maison est le plus bel exemple d'architecture gothique du sud. Cette maison a coûté 93 000 $, soit 3,2 millions de dollars aujourd'hui, et était la maison la plus chère de Savannah au cours des années 1800. Cette maison est entrée dans l'histoire en tant que quartier général du général Sherman lors de sa marche vers la mer, lorsqu'il a occupé Savannah.

56

L'histoire de SCAD

Construit à l'origine et utilisé comme bâtiment de la Savannah Volunteer Guard, il appartient maintenant au SCAD. Nous passons devant ce bâtiment.

57

Salon de thé Griffon

Le salon de thé Gryphon est situé à l'intérieur de ce que nous appelons le Shriner's Building. À l'intérieur du salon de thé Gryphon se trouve un musée en soi, autrefois utilisé comme apothicaire de Salomon, et possède toujours les armoires en acajou d'origine et les casiers utilisés pour stocker les médicaments. Le salon de thé Gryphon est l'un de nos favoris pour le déjeuner, le dîner ou pour se détendre avec une tasse de thé !

58

Musée de la maison Mercer Williams

La maison Mercer Williams, rendue célèbre par le livre Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil, écrit par John Berendt. C'est une histoire vraie de Jim Williams, qui a acheté la maison en 1969, et du tournage de son assistant Danny en 1981. Le livre est sorti en 1993 et sur la liste des best-sellers de New York pendant 216 semaines, plus longtemps que n'importe quel livre de l'histoire. Quelques années plus tard, le film est sorti et a contribué à mettre Savannah sur la carte du tourisme. Après tout, tout le monde aime un bon scandale de temps en temps. Nous vous recommandons de lire le livre ou au moins de regarder le film avant de visiter Savannah.

59

Maison Armstrong

Maintenant connue sous le nom de maison Armstrong-Kessler, nous parlerons de l'histoire de la maison et de qui vit aujourd'hui dans cette maison de plus de 26 000 pieds carrés. C'est la seule maison de la ville où tout le monde halète "WOW" et doit s'arrêter pour admirer. C'est une maison absolument magnifique et à ne pas manquer. C'est une maison privée aujourd'hui et non ouverte aux visites.

60

Parc Forsyth

Forsyth Park, c'est là que notre visite se termine. Ce parc a commencé en 1848 avec seulement 10 acres, aujourd'hui il couvre 30 acres. C'est notre Central Park et apprécié des petits comme des grands. Le joyau de Savannah, notre fontaine Forsyth Park. Ce que la plupart des gens ne réalisent pas, c'est qu'il s'agissait d'un catalogue de vente par correspondance de France et installé en 1858. C'est à voir absolument et vous devez vous faire prendre en photo devant cette étonnante fontaine.

61

Wright Square

Your tour begins in the center of the north side of Wright Square in front of the Gordon Monument. You will learn how and why Savannah was first established, and why General James Oglethorpe decided to establish the colony on a 40-foot bluff. You will also learn how the square are designed and why. Did you know that the Port of Savannah is third largest port in the nation? You will discover who Tomochichi, the chief of the Yamacraw Indians, was and why is the buried under the Gordon Monument in the center of the square.

62

Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum

You will admire the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts, born here on October 31, 1860. You will discover the history the Gordon family and what it is used for today. *We do not go into the home, but will admire it from the outside.

63

Independent Presbyterian Church

The Independent Presbyterian Church was founded in 1755 on Ellis Square (originally Market Square), but was destroyed by fire. Rebuilding on Telfair Square and destroyed by a hurricane. Today it sits on the corner of Bull St and Oglethorpe Ave, where is was built in 1855. You will learn which US President was married in the church in 1885, and why is this steeple so famous today.

64

Chippewa Square

Here you will see where Forrest Gump sat with his box of chocolates, while waiting for the bus. The monument in the center of Chippewa Square is General James Oglethorpe, not Captain Morgan. We agree he does look a lot like Captain Morgan, and it would be appropriate since Savannah does allow to-go cups. Here you will learn about he man behind the colony of Savannah, and what his monument represents.

65

The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours

The Sorrel Weed House is one of the most haunted homes in Savannah. We will pass buy the home, and tell you about the Savannah gray brick wall surrounding the courtyard and you will learn why there are fingerprints in the brick. Where did this brick come from?

66

Madison Square

Where Madison Square is today, was once the location for one of the bloodiest battles during the American Revolution, the Siege of Savannah.

67

Green-Meldrim House

Completed in 1853, this house is the finest example for Gothic Architecture in the south. This house cost $93,000, or $3.2 million today, and was the most expensive home in Savannah during the 1800s. This home made history as being the Headquarters for General Sherman during his March to the Sea, when he occupied Savannah.

68

SCADstory

Originally built and used as the Savannah Volunteer Guard building, this is now owned by SCAD. We go past this building.

69

Gryphon Tea Room

The Gryphon Tea Room is located inside what we call the Shriner's Building. Inside the Gryphon Tea room is a museum in itself, once being used as Solomon's Apothecary, and still has the original mahogany cabinetry and cubbies used to store the medicines. The Gryphon Tea Room is one of our favorites for lunch, dinner or to relax with a cup of tea!

70

Mercer Williams House Museum

The Mercer Williams house, made famous by the book Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil, written by John Berendt. This is a true story of Jim Williams, who purchased the home in 1969, and the shooting of his assistant Danny 1981. The book was released in 1993, and on New York best seller list for 216 weeks, longer than any book in history. A few years later, the movie was released and helped put Savannah on the map of tourism. After-all, everyone loves a good scandal every once in a while. We recommend reading the book, or at least watching the movie prior to visiting Savannah.

71

Armstrong House

Now known as the Armstrong-Kessler house, we will talk about the history of the home, and who lives in this 26,000+ square foot home today. This is the one home in town where everyone gasps "WOW' and has to stop to admire. This is an absolutely magnificent home and one not to be missed. This is a private home today and not open for tours.

72

Forsyth Park

Forsyth Park, this is where our tour ends. This park began in 1848 with only 10 acres, today it covers 30 acres. It is our Central Park and enjoyed by young and old alike. The crowning jewel of Savannah, our Forsyth Park Fountain. What most people don't realize is that this was a catalog mail order from France and installed in 1858. It is must-see and you must have your picture taken in front of this amazing fountain.

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