Savannah: Bonaventure Cemetery Segway Tour & River Views

Glide through Bonaventure’s quiet paths past river views and storied graves

You’ll glide along mossy lanes in Bonaventure Cemetery on a Segway tour from Savannah, hearing stories of famous graves like Johnny Mercer and Gracie Watson. Your local guide shares history as you pause by river views and weathered statues—there’s time for questions and quiet moments too. Includes Segway training and all taxes. You might find yourself thinking back to that peaceful hush long after you leave.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Segway tour of Bonaventure Cemetery

• Meet at Bonaventure Cemetery
• Train on the Segway
• Segway through cemetery grounds
• Learn cemetery history and art
• Visit famous graves
• Enjoy river views along route

The Experience

“You ever ridden one of these before?” That’s what Marcus, our guide, asked as he handed me a helmet under this old live oak dripping with Spanish moss. I’d never even touched a Segway. The cemetery felt cool and damp that morning—Savannah air always has this soft weight to it, like you’re breathing through lace. We practiced for a few minutes in the parking lot (I wobbled, Marcus grinned), then rolled right into Bonaventure Cemetery’s main avenue. It’s bigger than I expected—over 100 acres—and somehow peaceful but not spooky at all.

I kept getting distracted by the little things: the crunch of gravel under the wheels, the way sunlight hit an angel statue just so, or how someone had left fresh gardenias on Gracie Watson’s grave. Marcus told us about Johnny Mercer—his grave was covered in pebbles and old coins—and pointed out how some headstones leaned like they were tired from holding up so many stories. There was this moment where we stopped near the riverbank; I could hear cicadas going wild and smell brackish water mixing with cut grass. Didn’t expect that to stick with me.

The Segway made it easy to cover so much ground—I mean, we went from one corner of Bonaventure to another without breaking a sweat (which is saying something in Savannah). Sometimes we’d pass locals walking slow, nodding hello like we were part of their morning routine. Marcus knew everyone; he waved at an older man tending roses who just smiled back without missing a beat. The tour ended almost too soon—my legs were jelly but my head was full. I still think about that hush between the trees when nobody talked for a minute or two… just rolling, listening to birds and wind.

Top questions

How long is the Bonaventure Cemetery Segway tour?

The tour covers the entire 100+ acre cemetery but exact duration isn’t specified; plan for at least 1-2 hours including training.

Where does the Segway tour start?

The tour begins at Bonaventure Cemetery, 330 Bonaventure Road in Savannah.

Is Segway training included before the tour?

Yes, you’ll receive Segway training at the cemetery before starting the guided ride.

Are there famous graves visited on this tour?

Yes, you’ll visit graves such as Johnny Mercer, Conrad Aiken, and Gracie Watson during the tour.

Is this Savannah cemetery tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, it includes Segway training and is suitable for all fitness levels except pregnant travelers.

Are children or infants allowed on this Segway tour?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; check with operator for age limits on riding a Segway.

Is Bonaventure Cemetery wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the site is wheelchair accessible according to provided info.

Does this day trip include pickup from my hotel?

No hotel pickup is included; you meet directly at Bonaventure Cemetery.

What’s included

Your day includes guided Segway training right at Bonaventure Cemetery before heading out across its historic grounds with your local guide. All taxes are covered in your booking so you can just focus on rolling past river views and storied gravestones without any extra hassle.