Savannah: Haunted Pub Crawl with Ghost Stories & Historic Bars

Summary

Haunted bars, ghost tales & laughter on Savannah’s nighttime streets

You’ll wander Savannah’s historic district with local guides who know every ghost story and secret alleyway. Expect four haunted bars (three on Sundays), chilling tales at Colonial Park Cemetery and Factors Walk, plus drink specials along the way. It’s part history lesson, part comedy show — and you’ll probably leave with new friends or at least one good story to tell.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest — I didn’t expect to start my night in Savannah by nervously clutching a plastic cup of bourbon while Hoodoo Joe asked if anyone believed in ghosts. The air was thick and sticky, even after dark, and someone behind me kept giggling every time the wind rattled the old iron gates near Colonial Park Cemetery. Our group was a mix: birthday girls in sashes, a couple from Atlanta, me (solo), and Penny Dreadful leading us with a grin that said she’d seen weirder things than tourists jumping at shadows.

The first bar smelled like wood polish and something sweet I couldn’t place — maybe peach schnapps? We squeezed past locals who barely glanced up from their pool game. Penny told us about Yellow Fever victims buried nearby; she lowered her voice so the bartender wouldn’t overhear. It felt like we were all in on some city secret. At Factors Walk, Madame Red pointed out the bricks still stained from old fires (or so she claimed). Someone tried to snap a photo of an “orb” but just got their own reflection. I laughed too loud and nearly spilled my drink.

By the third stop, I’d lost track of which stories were real history and which were just for effect — but honestly, it didn’t matter. There was something about walking those uneven sidewalks at night, glass sweating in your hand, that made Savannah’s haunted pub crawl feel less like a tour and more like you’d stumbled into the city’s memory. Even now I catch myself thinking about that weird hush outside the cemetery gates, or how Li from our group tried to teach me to say “cheers” in Mandarin (I butchered it). The night ended without any big finale — just laughter echoing down a narrow street as we wandered off toward our hotels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Haunted Savannah Pub Crawl and Landmarks

• Check in for wristbands and drinks
• Begin walking haunted pub crawl
• Visit 4 haunted bars and taverns
• Hear ghost stories and paranormal tales
• Explore Colonial Park Cemetery
• See the old hanging square
• Pass by Savannah's City Market
• Pass by Factors Walk above Riverstreet

Top questions

How many bars are included in the Savannah haunted pub crawl?

The tour visits four haunted bars (three to four on Sundays).

Is this haunted pub crawl suitable for people under 21?

No, participants must be 21 or older with valid ID.

Are drinks included in the price of the tour?

No, drinks are not included but there are drink specials available at each bar.

Where does the Savannah haunted pub crawl start?

The tour begins after check-in between 7:20–7:35pm for wristbands and drink info.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

It is not recommended for travelers with mobility issues due to uneven sidewalks and stairs.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.

How long does the haunted pub crawl last?

The experience lasts around two hours.

Does the tour include stops at Colonial Park Cemetery?

Yes, Colonial Park Cemetery is one of the featured locations for ghost stories during the tour.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided haunted pub crawl through Savannah’s historic district with stops at four atmospheric bars (three or four depending on day), storytelling by local guides like Hoodoo Joe or Penny Dreadful, special access to drink deals along the route, plus all check-in logistics handled before you set out together as a group.