Savannah 101, a History Tour (by Walk With Me Savannah Tours)

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Ticket Details
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About the Activity

Walk With Me Savannah Tours presents 'Savannah 101', a tour where we discuss the fascinating history that took place here from the 18th century through present day. This is an excellent experience for guests of any age and knowledge level, ranging from the complete novice all the way up to history connoisseurs. We will cover Savannah history in depth in a way that both serves as an introduction and also elaborates on the significant interactions and implications of these events and figures. You will learn about influential residents and visitors, architectural trends, the impact of wars and movements, and how all these events intertwine to form a city that is both frozen in time and very much alive. You are certain to leave this tour with a greater depth of knowledge and more rounded appreciation of Savannah than ever before. This tour begins in Johnson Square (by the eastern fountain, near the First Christ Church), and concludes in Wright Square.

2 hours

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Fully narrated and interactive tour.

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Locations in the itinerary

Johnson Square

Bull Street, Between Bryan and Congress Streets, Savannah, United States, 31401-2602Your guide will discuss the founding of Savannah, the city layout, and Nathaniel Greene (and his monument).10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Your guide will discuss Factors Walk and River Street as the center of the Georgia cotton trade and its influence on the economy, the slave trade, and the civil war.View Location

Reynolds Square

Abercorn Street, Between East Bryant and East Congress Streets, Savannah, United States, 31401Your guide will discuss John Wesley, the Olde Pink House, and early agricultural experiments in Georgia10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters

124 Abercorn St, , Savannah, United States, 31401-3732Your guide will discuss the architecture of the Owens-Thomas House and its architect William Jay, which is a great accompaniment to a tour of the inside of the home, where they discuss the lives of its residents and visitors. The house tour is HIGHLY recommended, but not included.5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Colonial Park Cemetery

200 Abercorn St, , Savannah, United States, 31401Your guide will discuss Savannah's treatment of cemeteries and some common burial practices, as well as some of the disasters that befell the city, and touch upon the Union occupation of Savannah during the Civil War.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Cathedral of St. John the Baptist

222 E Harris St, , Savannah, United States, 31401-4616Your guide will discuss the history of Savannah's Catholic congregations and the construction of the cathedral, and will highlight some of its features5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Lafayette Square

201 E Charlton St, Savannah, United States, 31401-4605Your guide will discuss the Hamilton-Turner Inn, the first home in Savannah to have electricity, and some of its architectural features. They will also discuss the childhood home of Flannery O'Connor (famous writer), and the adulthood home of Juliette Gordon Lowe (founder of the Girl Scouts)10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Madison Square

Bull Street, Between West Harris and West Charlton Streets, Savannah, United StatesYour guide will discuss more of Savannah's architecture, including the Savannah Volunteer Guards' Armory and the Scottish Rite Temple, and the monument to Sergeant Jasper and his moments of Valor in the Revolutionary War.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

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Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Your tour guide will be wearing a bright orange polo shirt with our logo, and will meet you in Johnson Square, near the fountain closest to Christ Church (Look for the Christ Church historical marker). If you are running late, give us a call. We wait for late arrivals for 5 minutes before beginning.View Location

End point

We end in Wright Square, one square away from where you started, and we can direct you back to where you need to go or call you a bicycle cab.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

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
Well-behaved pets allowed
Not recommended for those who cannot walk/roll 0.25 mi without resting

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketTry to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the start of tour. Your tour guide will be wearing a bright orange polo shirt with our logo on the front and back, and will meet you at the eastern fountain in Johnson Square (the one closest to Christ Church). If you are running late, give us a call. Your guide will wait for late arrivals for 5 minutes before they begin the tour.

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/New_York time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Walk with Me Savannah ToursCreated on 11 Feb 2020Created on 19 Jan 2025

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