Savannah Historic District Walking Tour

Taking a vacation to Savannah? Hit the ground running (or walking, in this case) by scheduling this all-inclusive tour with a born-and-raised Savannahian for the start of your visit! Cover a broad range of topics including historic homes, African American history, important women, the Civil War and the American Revolution. Join the group in the morning right after breakfast and you'll have all the basics covered before lunch! This tour also includes a brief stop at a local cafe for guests to use the restroom and pick up refreshments.

1. 1

   Telfair Square

   15 min

   Hear about Mary Telfair and the history of the Telfair Museum

2. 2

   Franklin Square

   20 min

   See the Haitian monument and learn about the Haitian regiment who fought here in the Revolution; see First African Baptist Church and learn about the oldest Black Baptist Congregation in America

3. 3

   City Market

   Pass by

   Stroll down the middle of Savannah's City Market neighborhood and get recommendations for shops, restaurants and attractions

4. 4

   Ellis Square

   15 min

   Learn about the history of Savannah's City Market, it's loss, and the recent restoration of the square. Also learn a little about African Americans' contributions to antebellum Savannah's economy as both free people and enslaved people.

5. 5

   Johnson Square

   20 min

   View the monument to Nathanael Greene, the war hero, and listen to the story of how his widow altered the US economy and history

6. 6

   Wright Square

   30 min

   View and learn about two monuments, one to a rail road magnate and one to a native American chief, then take a break at a local cafe.

7. 7

   Chippewa Square

   20 min

   Hear all about James Oglethorpe, the founder of Savannah and of Georgia

8. 8

   Madison Square

   25 min

   View the Jasper monument, hear about his heroic deeds in the Battle of Savannah, view the Sorrel-Weed House and the Green-Meldrim House and learn a little about Savannah during the Civil War

9. 9

   Monterey Square

   15 min

   Enjoy the view of many people's favorite square and learn about Casimir Pulaski, who is buried at the base of his monument.

• 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

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