2-Hour Bike Tour Savannah: Historic District & River Street

Ride the quiet streets linking Savannah's squares and landmarks, stopping to photograph and learn the city's history as you go.

A 2-hour guided bike tour of Savannah covers the historic district, River Street and major landmarks including Forsyth Park Fountain, Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, and the Andrew Low House where the Girl Scouts were founded. The tour includes a bike with a comfortable seat, helmet, water and a live English-speaking guide. Children from age 5 are welcome, and the pace suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Forsyth Park10m
2. City Market10m
3. Cathedral of St. John the Baptist8m
4. Andrew Low House8m
5. River Street15m

Explore Savannah historic district by bike

• Visit Forsyth Park Fountain
• Explore City Market area
• Learn about city founding and plan
• See Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
• Visit Andrew Low House
• Discover the most desirable square
• See SCAD art school buildings
• Explore River Street and port history

The experience

How much of Savannah can you actually see in a morning without spending the whole time walking? A bike covers the ground (most of the historic district, River Street, the squares and the landmarks) with enough time to stop, photograph and hear the story behind each place. You start at Forsyth Park Fountain, the most photographed spot downtown, then move through City Market to learn the founder's city plan and how it still shapes urban design today. The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist comes next, with its landmark spires and the history of how the Irish built something big here.

The route takes you past the Andrew Low House, where the Girl Scouts of America were founded, and through the SCAD campus to see how the art school's restored buildings have reshaped the city's identity and economy. You'll see the square tied to the mystery of "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," and end at River Street to learn about Savannah's maritime heritage, the plantations and the goods that built the port economy. The bikes have front baskets for your things, seats designed for comfort over a couple of hours, and helmets are provided for anyone who wants one. Water comes with you, and the guide handles the talking. You just ride the quieter streets that link the main paths.

The tour runs 2 hours and welcomes kids from age 5 onward. Infants can ride in a stroller or specialized seat if you arrange it. All fitness levels work here because the pace is set by the group and the stops are built in. A restroom is available at the shop before or after you ride.

What’s included

• Bike with front basket and comfortable seat.
• helmet.
• bottled water.
• 2-hour guided tour with a live English-speaking guide.
• stops at Forsyth Park Fountain, City Market, Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Andrew Low House, SCAD campus, a historic square and River Street.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 12:30 and 15:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Youth (5 to 11 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Savannah Bike Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're traveling with kids from age 5 up or if you want to cover the historic district and major landmarks without spending hours on foot: the bike and the guide's stops let you see the city's layout and history in a single morning.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What are the main stops on the Savannah bike tour?

The tour hits Forsyth Park Fountain, City Market, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, the Andrew Low House, SCAD's campus, a square connected to "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," and River Street: eight stops in all, with time to photograph and hear the history at each one.

How long does the bike tour take?

The tour runs 2 hours from start to finish, including all stops and the ride between them.

What's included with the bike rental?

The tour includes the bike, a helmet (optional for adults, provided for children 15 and under), bottled water, and a front basket on the bike for your personal items.

Do I need to be fit to do this tour?

The tour suits all fitness levels because the pace is set by the group and stops are built in to rest and take photos. The bikes have comfortable seats and you're covering ground without the fatigue of walking the whole way.

What's the difference between biking and walking to see Savannah?

A bike covers more ground in the same time. You see most of the historic district, River Street and eight major landmarks in 2 hours instead of spending a half-day on foot, and you ride the quieter streets that connect the main sights instead of retracing the same busy paths.