Savannah: Dead of Night Ghost Walk & Haunted Mansions Tour

Summary

Walk Savannah’s haunted streets where restless spirits linger and secrets echo after midnight

You’ll walk Savannah’s historic district after dark with a local guide who knows all the city’s haunted corners. Expect chilling tales at Colonial Park Cemetery, uneasy moments near infamous houses like 432 Abercorn Street and Sorrel-Weed House, and more than one shiver down your spine as you listen for ghosts in the silence.

What’s the experience like?

It started with a joke from our guide, Marcus — something about how the dead in Savannah don’t mind company, as long as you’re respectful. I laughed, but I kept glancing at the shadows under those old oaks in Johnson Square. The air felt thick, like it was holding its breath. There was this faint smell — not quite flowers, not quite earth — that kept drifting by. Marcus pointed to the ground and said we were standing over unmarked graves. I tried not to step too hard after that, you know?

We wound through the historic district, past those grand houses with their shutters pulled tight. At Colonial Park Cemetery, Marcus lowered his voice and told us about yellow fever victims and graves lost beneath the grass. Someone behind me whispered they felt a chill on their arm; I thought it was just the breeze until I noticed my own skin prickling. The headstones looked almost soft in the streetlight, but there was nothing gentle about those stories — body snatchers, Civil War soldiers, names scratched out by time.

I didn’t expect to feel so uneasy outside the Marshall House — just looking up at those windows gave me goosebumps. Marcus shared how it used to be a hospital during the war; he said sometimes people hear footsteps when no one’s inside. Maybe it’s silly, but I found myself listening for them anyway. By the time we reached 432 Abercorn Street (locals really do cross the street there), I was half-laughing at my own nerves.

The Sorrel-Weed House was last — regal on the outside but heavy with stories of tragedy inside. Marcus paused before telling us what happened there; even he seemed unsettled for a second. There was a moment when everything went quiet except for some far-off laughter from another street and I swear it felt like someone was watching us from an upstairs window. Maybe that’s just what Savannah does to you at night.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Savannah haunted night walking tour

• Visit Johnson Square's dark past
• Explore Colonial Park Cemetery
• View The Marshall House exterior
• See 432 Abercorn Street haunt
• Tour Sorrell-Weed House legends
• Discover Wright Square's grim history

Top questions

Is this Savannah ghost tour suitable for children?

No, this is an adults-only tour with a minimum age of 16 years.

Does the Dead of Night tour include entry into any buildings?

No, most locations are viewed from outside while your guide shares stories.

How long is the walking distance on this night tour?

The route covers several historic squares and streets within central Savannah; travelers should have moderate fitness.

What are some key stops on this ghost tour?

You’ll visit Johnson Square, Colonial Park Cemetery, Marshall House (outside), 432 Abercorn Street, Sorrel-Weed House (outside), and Wright Square.

Is pickup included for this Savannah ghost walk?

No hotel pickup; you meet your guide at a designated location in central Savannah.

Will the tour run if it rains?

The experience operates rain or shine unless severe weather causes cancellation; then you can reschedule or get a refund.

Is the walking route wheelchair accessible?

Yes, this ghost walk is wheelchair accessible and service animals are allowed.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided walking tour through Savannah’s most haunted sites with stories shared by a professional local guide—plus access to outdoor locations like Colonial Park Cemetery and famous haunted mansions before returning to your starting point late at night.