Savannah: True Crime Pub Crawl & Dark History Walk
True crime tales and pub stops through Savannah’s haunted streets
You’ll follow a local guide through Savannah’s historic district on this adults-only true crime pub crawl—starting at Pinkie Masters, hearing real murder stories (some stranger than fiction), stopping at classic downtown bars, and ending near Monterey Square. Expect laughter, chills, and maybe a few moments that stick with you after you leave.
Step-by-step itinerary
Savannah true crime pub crawl
- Meet guide at Pinkie Masters bar
- Walk historic district hearing crime stories
- Stop at bars during guided crawl
- End tour near Monterey Square
The Experience
We were already halfway through our first drink at The Original Pinkie Masters when our guide, Marcus, leaned in and asked if we’d ever heard about the Christmas Day murder that inspired half a dozen country songs. I hadn’t—honestly, I was just trying to remember everyone’s names at our table—but suddenly the whole bar seemed to hush for his story. You could still smell the old wood and bourbon in the air, and someone behind us was laughing too loud. It felt like the right kind of place to start a night digging into Savannah’s darker side.
The walk between bars wasn’t long—maybe ten minutes max—but every corner had its own secret. Marcus pointed out a streetlamp near Chippewa Square where, apparently, a serial killer once waited for his last victim (sixty confirmed kills, which I still can’t wrap my head around). He told it so casually I almost missed it. There was this weird mix of sweet gardenia drifting from somewhere and the sticky heat off the cobblestones. A couple of us tried to pronounce one of the old family names he mentioned; Li laughed when I butchered it in front of everyone. No judgment though—everyone just rolled with it.
By the time we reached Monterey Square, my head was full of stories about killers who got away with it and one guy who might actually be innocent but is still locked up. The group had thinned out a bit—some people ducked into another bar nearby—but Marcus hung back to answer questions about what happens to all these old houses after something terrible goes down inside them. I didn’t expect to feel so unsettled walking those quiet streets at night, but honestly? That feeling stuck with me longer than any cocktail did.
What’s included
Your evening includes guided walks through Savannah’s historic district with a professional local true crime storyteller leading the way. You’ll stop at curated downtown bars (drinks not included), hear dark history and murder stories unique to this sequel tour—and finish close to Monterey Square for easy access to more nightlife or your ride home.
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Where does the Bloody Murder Savannah Pub Crawl start?
The tour begins at The Original Pinkie Masters bar in downtown Savannah.
How long is the walking distance between stops?
The walks between bars are short—usually around ten minutes or less.
Is this true crime pub crawl suitable for all fitness levels?
Yes, it’s designed for all physical fitness levels within Savannah’s walkable historic district.
Are drinks included in the tour price?
No, drinks are not included; you can purchase your own at each bar stop.
What kind of stories will we hear on this tour?
You’ll hear real Savannah murder cases—including serial killers, infamous murders that inspired books or movies, and unsolved crimes.
Does the tour end where it started?
No, it typically ends near Monterey Square but still within walking distance of downtown restaurants and rideshare pickup spots.
Is this tour adults only?
Yes, this is an adults-only guided walking pub crawl.
Are service animals allowed on this tour?
Yes, service animals are permitted during the tour.
Savannah: True Crime Pub Crawl & Dark History Walk
2h–2h 30m · EN
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