Savannah: Historical Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks Included

Savannah’s past gets considerably more interesting after sunset, especially when the route includes three drinks and stories of restless spirits, grim crimes, and strange sightings. This two-hour walking tour moves through historic squares and ends at Chippewa Square, giving you a compact look at the city’s darker side.

I like the mix of local history and pub stops, rather than a ghost tour that relies only on spooky claims. I also like that Austin and Chris have both been praised for lively storytelling, humor, city knowledge, and useful recommendations. The main tradeoff is simple: you walk outdoors in all weather, and two hours is enough for a strong introduction, not a full study of Savannah’s past.

Key points at a glance

• Three alcoholic drinks included: Choose from beer, cocktails, or champagne along the route.
• Haunted squares and historic sites: Hear stories tied to unusual sightings and Savannah’s more troubling episodes.
• Strong guide-led experience: Austin and Chris are known for humor, clear history, and good pacing.
• A local signature drink: One stop includes a cocktail created especially for this tour.
• Chippewa Square finish: End near one of Savannah’s best-known historic squares.
• Rain or shine: Bring an umbrella and wear shoes suited to walking on city streets.

Why this pub crawl works in Savannah

Savannah is a city built for walking. Its historic squares break up the streets, creating natural pauses for stories, photographs, and people-watching. A pub crawl adds a social layer to that walk, while the ghost tales give you a reason to pay attention to old buildings and corners that might otherwise seem like scenery.

This is not just a bar-hopping night with a few legends added for decoration. The route connects Savannah’s beginnings with its darker episodes, so you get some historical grounding before the tour turns toward curses, deaths, and reported sightings. That balance matters. Ghost stories are more enjoyable when you know the setting and the forces that shaped it.

The experience lasts two hours, which is a useful length for a first evening in town. You get enough time to visit several locations without committing an entire night. Since the tour ends in Chippewa Square, you can continue exploring downtown afterward or make your own dinner and bar plans nearby.

Meeting at the Georgia Tasting Room

Your starting point is the entrance to the Georgia Tasting Room. Look for the Sip ‘n Shop Savannah guide there. This detail is worth taking seriously because a busy downtown meeting area can be confusing, especially if you arrive close to the start time.

The opening stop sets the tone. You meet the guide, get oriented, and begin the walk into Savannah’s past. The guide is the key to the evening. Austin has been praised for keeping people laughing while telling ghost stories, while Chris has been noted for his city knowledge, patience, and ability to fill pauses with extra facts when the group is catching up.

That kind of guide matters more than a fancy route. A good storyteller can make a familiar square feel unfamiliar again. A weak one can turn even a genuinely eerie site into a list of dates and names. Here, the strongest praise centers on the guides’ humor, storytelling, and personal recommendations, which are useful qualities on a short city walk.

Three drinks, with room for personal taste

The price is $65 per person, including three alcoholic drinks. You can choose from local craft beer, cocktails, or champagne, so you are not locked into a beer-only crawl.

That flexibility improves the value. If you enjoy trying regional beer, the tour gives you a chance to sample Georgia brews. If beer is not your preference, you can choose a classic cocktail or champagne instead. One local bar also prepares a signature cocktail specifically for the tour, giving the evening a more distinctive touch than simply ordering the same drink at every stop.

At $65, the tour is not the cheapest way to walk around Savannah. The value depends on how you use it. Three drinks alone account for part of the cost, but you are also paying for a guide, organized access to several stops, historical narration, and a ready-made evening plan. If you would rather choose your own bars and explore independently, the price may feel high. If you want a social night with built-in stories and drinks, it is a fair package.

Alcohol is served only to people age 21 and older. Bring a driver’s license, both for age verification and because it is listed as something you should have with you.

Walking through Savannah’s darker past

The tour’s central appeal is the way it uses Savannah’s historic squares as story settings. You move through places tied to the city’s early years, then hear about unfortunate souls, dark deeds, and unusual sightings connected with the area.

The exact sequence of every stop is not specified, so you should not expect a fixed list of bars or a guaranteed encounter at a particular building. What you can count on is a guided walk through some of Savannah’s most historic and supposedly haunted areas, with drinks served along the route.

This format works best if you enjoy atmosphere more than hard proof. The stories concern ghosts, curses, and sightings, but the tour also places them within Savannah’s broader past. You can listen with an open mind, enjoy the suspense, and still appreciate the streets and squares even if you are skeptical about the supernatural.

The guide’s delivery is especially important during this section. Austin has been praised for making the stories interesting and funny, while Chris has been described as informative and personable. That combination should suit you if you want history without a formal lecture.

What each part of the route offers

The historic opening

The beginning introduces Savannah’s origins and gives you a sense of how the city developed. This part may appeal most if you are visiting for the first time and want more than ghost lore.

You should listen for the details that explain why particular squares, buildings, or streets matter. Those facts help you see Savannah as a real city with complicated events behind its postcard appearance, rather than as a backdrop for spooky tales.

The first pub stop

The first drink gives the group a chance to settle in. A beer, cocktail, or champagne can make the conversation more relaxed, but it can also slow the pace if the bar is busy. The tour includes the drinks, though the supplied details do not promise a specific number of bars or a particular wait time at every stop.

One useful point from the guide feedback is that Chris kept the group informed and entertained while people caught up or waited. That suggests the narration is not treated as filler between drinks. You continue learning about Savannah even when the group is not moving.

Stories of sightings and unfortunate souls

The ghost section brings the strongest entertainment value. You hear about people who met unhappy ends and places linked to strange sightings. These stories give the walk a sense of place, especially at night, when old squares and shadowed streets feel different from their daytime appearance.

Still, keep your expectations sensible. This is a storytelling tour, not a promise of paranormal evidence. You are buying atmosphere, local tales, and a guided evening walk. If you expect every stop to produce a frightening event, you may be disappointed. If you enjoy legends delivered with historical context and a drink in hand, the format should work well.

The signature cocktail stop

The specially made cocktail is one of the more unusual details of the evening. It gives the pub crawl a local identity and breaks up the standard choice between beer and common mixed drinks.

The tour does not specify the cocktail’s ingredients, strength, or whether a nonalcoholic version is available. If you have dietary, alcohol, or ingredient concerns, ask the guide or venue before ordering. The stated alternatives are beer, cocktails, and champagne, not soft drinks.

The final walk to Chippewa Square

The experience ends at Chippewa Square, which commemorates the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812. Ending there gives the tour a clear historical marker rather than simply dropping you at an unnamed bar.

The square is also a practical endpoint. You are not returned to your hotel, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Plan your evening around the finish, especially if you are staying outside the central area. From the square, you can decide whether to continue on foot, call for transportation, or end the night.

The guides make or break the evening

The clearest strength of this experience is its guide-led style. Austin receives especially warm praise for his ghost stories, humor, calm handling of a large group, and ability to keep people engaged in stormy conditions. Chris is praised for his history knowledge, patience, local recommendations, and extra facts while people gathered.

Those details give you a useful picture of what to seek from the experience. You are not simply being led from drink to drink. The guide is expected to manage the group, explain the city, and shape the mood.

Group size can affect the feel of the evening, but no fixed maximum is provided. A larger group may be more social, though it can make it harder to hear or keep everyone together. The feedback about guides navigating large groups suggests they have handled that challenge well, but you should still stay close and listen for instructions at crossings and busy stops.

Weather, shoes, and practical comfort

The tour runs rain or shine. Bring an umbrella, as specifically advised, and wear shoes that are comfortable for two hours of city walking. You will be outdoors between stops, so weather can change your enjoyment more than any single story.

Rain can add atmosphere to a ghost tour, but it also makes walking less pleasant and may affect how easily you hear the guide. On a warm evening, alcohol and walking can catch up with you quickly. Pace yourself, drink water before the tour, and do not treat the three included drinks as a challenge.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, which is useful information when planning with a mixed-mobility group. The route is still an outdoor walking tour, so you may want to confirm current route conditions if street surfaces or weather are a concern.

Who should book this $65 experience?

I would recommend this tour to you if you want a light evening activity that combines Savannah history, ghost stories, and drinks. It suits first-time visitors who want orientation without spending half a day in a museum, as well as couples and friends looking for a social night with a clear plan.

It is also a good choice if you like your history delivered with humor. The strongest guide feedback points to funny, personable storytelling rather than dry instruction. The local pub recommendations are an extra benefit if you want ideas for the rest of your stay.

You may want to skip it if you do not drink alcohol, dislike walking outdoors in uncertain weather, or prefer detailed historical research over legends and entertainment. The tour does not include hotel transport, so it is less convenient if your accommodation is far from central Savannah.

Booking flexibility and age requirements

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund, and you can reserve now while paying later. Starting times vary, so check availability for your date.

The tour is conducted in English with a live guide. Alcohol is available only to people 21 and older, and you should bring a driver’s license. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so plan your route to the Georgia Tasting Room and your return from Chippewa Square.

Final verdict: book it for stories, not proof of ghosts

I would book this Savannah historical pub crawl if I wanted a compact, social introduction to the city after dark. The three included drinks, signature cocktail, historic squares, and strong guide-led storytelling make the $65 price reasonable for an organized evening.

The deciding factor is your attitude toward ghost tours. Come for the mood, the local history, the unfortunate souls, and the entertaining stories. Do not come expecting scientific proof or a guaranteed supernatural event. For an easy two-hour outing with Austin, Chris, or another Sip ‘n Shop Savannah guide, this is a practical way to see a darker side of Savannah without giving up the pleasure of a good drink.

FAQ

How long does the Savannah historical pub crawl last?

The tour lasts two hours.

How many drinks are included?

Three alcoholic drinks are included. You can choose from beers, cocktails, or champagne.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet your Sip ‘n Shop Savannah guide at the entrance to the Georgia Tasting Room.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends in Chippewa Square, which commemorates the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

No. You must make your own way to the Georgia Tasting Room and arrange your return after the tour.

What should I bring?

Bring a driver’s license and an umbrella. The tour runs rain or shine.

Can people under 21 join the tour?

Alcohol can only be served to people age 21 and older.