15 History Tours in Savannah Worth the Morning

1.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,235 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Walk Savannah’s historic center for about 90 minutes with guides such as Dan, Kel, or Kendra, hearing factual history, ghost lore, murders, executions, and local legends by candlelight. This is a story-led tour, not a jump-scare show, and it ends at Colonial Park Cemetery.

“A very nice walking tour, with several points of interest. It was indeed about an hour and a half. Our guide was very fun and very happy to answer questions, especially about hauntings at the hotels each guest was staying at. Would do again!”

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2.Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,918 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30Best value

Walk Savannah’s Historic District with a local guide such as Pierce, Champ, Mike, or Savannah. Over about two hours, you’ll visit historic squares, homes, Factors Walk, River Street, Forsyth Park, and other landmarks while learning how Savannah grew. Headsets help you hear clearly in groups of up to 30.

“Very informative and cleverly-delivered tour by Pierce. Reasonable walking distance. Highly recommend!”

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3.Narrated Historic Savannah Sightseeing Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,375 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Ride through Savannah’s National Historic Landmark District with a driver-guide who brings 270 years of history to life. You’ll pass Forsyth Park, Chippewa Square, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, River Street, City Market, and grand historic homes. Guides such as Crystal, Tony, Meagan, and Denise mix useful facts with humor. The tour is continuous, with no stops.

“Great way to see and learn about Savannah history. Do not miss out on this one. Odd to find a British tour guide in Old Savannah, but he did a fantastic job with such "cheeky" wit.”

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4.Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,623 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

This three-hour Savannah food walk begins at Johnson Square and visits about six food stops between Broughton Street and River Street. You’ll sample Southern favorites, international flavors, and dessert while hearing stories about Savannah. Christina, Christine, or Cricket may lead the group. Food and nonalcoholic beverages are included, with alcohol available to buy.

“Christina is very knowledgeable. She made the entire experience fun. Her expertise started before the tour..sh called to confirm and check dietary restrictions. During conversation I said we had never been to Savannah. She gave us great tips that probably saved us $100+ in parking and Ubers”

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5.Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,546 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk central Savannah for about two hours with Genteel and Bard guides such as Juliana, Jovi, Ollie, or TC. You’ll hear documented dark history, first-account letters, music, and ghost lore through a high-range headset while stopping at squares, cemeteries, and haunted landmarks. The tour stays outdoors and welcomes up to 22 people.

“Julianna was fantastic! She is an excellent storyteller, providing interesting information along with lots of wit / humour! She kept us engaged from beginning to end. Thank you for the wonderful tour!”

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6.60-Minute Guided Segway History Tour of Savannah

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,163 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $55

See Savannah’s historic district from a Segway during a one-hour, small-group tour starting on East Broughton Street. Your guide trains you before leading you through historic neighborhoods, Telfair Square, Lafayette Square, and the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Guides have included Gregg, Marc, Mick, Nico, and Jason. Riders must be at least 16.

“Fabulous tour. Our tour guide, Marc, was generous with information, time and humor. Well worth doing with solid focus on safety as well as fun. It was my sister's first time on a Segway and she had a great experience.”

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7.Old Savannah Tours Historic Overview

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 874 reviews · 1h 15m · from $35

Ride an open-air trolley from Old Savannah Tours’ Welcome Center for a 75-minute, non-stop introduction to Savannah. An English-speaking, costumed guide covers more than 270 years of history while you pass moss-draped oaks, grand homes, squares, cobblestone streets, and the riverfront. Guides such as Crystal, Miss Pearl, and Big E are known for humor and local stories.

“Very good. Excellent to do a narrative tour as a first step in the trip.”

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8.Heart of Savannah History Walking Tour – 2hr

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 857 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Walk Savannah’s historic core with a local guide such as Rick, Rose, Mark, or Crystal, depending on the departure. In two hours, you’ll connect Wright Square, Chippewa Square, Civil War and Revolutionary War sites, grand homes, Forrest Gump’s bench location, and Forsyth Park. Expect about a mile of easy walking, outdoor commentary, and plenty of storytelling.

“We learned a lot about Savannah history. Crystal was an excellent guide. We recommend this experience!”

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9.Bonaventure Cemetery & Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 805 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend about six hours with a guide visiting Bonaventure Cemetery and Wormsloe Historic Site from Savannah. Hear stories about Johnny Mercer, Gracie Watson, and other notable figures, walk to 18th-century tabby ruins, enjoy lunch at your own expense, and finish with Byrd’s Cookie Company tastings. Pickup is available from Historic District hotels.

“Great tour. Guide was very knowledgeable and fun. Great way to spend the day learning about Savannah”

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10.Creepy Crawl Night-Time Haunted Pub Walking Tour of Savannah’s Historic District

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 802 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Join guides such as Pierce, Andre, or Kelly for a two-hour walk from Six Pence Pub through Savannah’s haunted squares, historic sites, and up to four local bars. Expect ghost stories, cemetery lore, drink recommendations, and a lively mix of paranormal tales and city history. Drinks cost extra.

“Great ghost tour of Savannah! Andre was an excellent tour guide. It puts the mystery of Savannah into perspective”

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11.Genteel and Bard’s Savannah History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 684 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Spend about two hours walking Savannah’s Historic District with a live guide such as David, Juliana, or TC. Headsets keep the storytelling clear as you visit Chippewa, Madison, Monterey, Jones Street, and Lafayette Square, with recorded material based on historic letters adding detail along the way.

“Great guide/historian! I didn’t even noticed how long we walked! Just waited for the next comments about living In Savannah and its history. Fascinating.”

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12.Historic District Foodie Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 613 reviews · 3 hours · from $96

Spend three hours walking Savannah’s Historic District with a local guide such as Gail, Cindy, Bec, or Tori. Visit six food shops and restaurants, taste enough for lunch, hear stories about the city, and finish near City Market. Expect moderate walking, standing, and a social group setting.

“Guide was very well informed. The pace was good. The food was delicious!”

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13.Guided Savannah Civil War History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 492 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40

Meet your English-speaking guide at Reynolds Square for a two-hour walk through Savannah’s Antebellum district. Follow the story from secession to Sherman’s March and Reconstruction, with stops tied to General John Geary, General Oliver Howard, Robert E. Lee, and Sherman’s headquarters. Guides have included Kelce, Champ, Pierce, Rodney, and Robert.

“Very insightful information. Our guide was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of details,data and visuals”

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14.Private Tour of Savannah’s Historic/Victorian Districts & Bonaventure Cemetery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 418 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $175

Explore Savannah with a private guide such as Andy, Bill, Andrew, or Dan, traveling by air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel or lodging within 5 miles of downtown. You’ll visit the Historic and Victorian Districts, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, and Bonaventure Cemetery, with room to tailor the route.

“Friendly guide. Knowledgeable and courteous. Fun afternoon exploring the historic parts of Savannah.”

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15.Savannah Slavery to Freedom Guided History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 407 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend about three hours exploring Savannah’s African American history by bus and on foot with Sistah Patt or Ms. Rosalyn. You’ll learn how enslaved West Africans helped build River Street, see Johnson Square’s connection to slave auctions, pass Second African Baptist Church, and visit the African American Monument and Laurel Grove Cemetery.

“This tour covers the important history of slavery that most of the other tours either leave out or only briefly mention. Sister Patt is an extremely knowledgeable and engaging tour guide. Even my two 12-year-old sons who generally hate tours said it was really interesting. I highly recommend this tour.”

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