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Savannah: Ghost Tour with Kilted Guide & Haunted Bar StopsYou’ll follow Savannah’s kilted ghost guide through shadowy squares and hidden corners as he shares personal haunted tales—not just old legends. Expect bar stops for drinks and laughs along the way, plus time to ask your own questions or share your stories too. You’ll leave wondering if you believe—or at least remembering how it felt to walk those streets at night.
Savannah Walking Tour Midnight Garden Good & Evil Real StoryA two-hour narrated walking tour of downtown Savannah led by a veteran journalist and longtime resident, tracing the real people and places behind John Berendt's "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" and Clint Eastwood's film adaptation. The guide stops at the Hamilton-Turner Inn, Mercer-Williams House Museum exterior, Clary's Cafe, Chippewa Square, and Forsyth Park, unpacking the backstories of Jim Williams, Minerva, Joe Odom, Nancy Hillis, and Moe Fetzer. Groups stay under fifteen guests; comfortable walking shoes are essential, and the tour is not recommended for children under fourteen.Is it for me?Groups of up to fifteen work best here—small enough that the guide can answer questions and share details as you move, but large enough to feel like a real tour. This suits anyone who read the book or watched the film and wants the real backstory from someone who knows Savannah's downtown inside out, without the pace or the crowds of a larger group.
Savannah: Family Ghost Walking Tour & Haunted SquaresYou’ll follow a local guide through Savannah’s most haunted squares and cemeteries, hearing real ghost stories and strange history along the way. Expect family-friendly chills, small group energy, and moments that stick with you long after — especially when you catch yourself glancing over your shoulder at dusk.
Savannah: 2-Hour Dolphin & Lowcountry Eco Tour on River StreetYou spend two hours on the Savannah River spotting dolphins and learning the Lowcountry ecosystem from the Captain and First Mate. The boat departs from downtown River Street, includes narration and marine wildlife sightings, and welcomes BYOB beverages. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, with strollers and service animals accommodated.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying downtown Savannah who want to see the river and its wildlife without arranging transport — the boat leaves from River Street itself. The two-hour length fits between other plans, and it works for families with young children and strollers.
Tybee Island Beach Day from Savannah: Chairs, Umbrellas & PickupYou get picked up at your Savannah hotel with a cooler already filled with ice, stop for drinks if you want, and arrive at Tybee Island to find chairs, umbrellas and towels waiting. Spend the day on the beach without setup or cleanup, then ride back to your hotel when you're done.Is it for me?Best for groups, families with young children, or anyone who wants a full beach day without arranging transport, bringing gear, or managing logistics — the pickup and pre-set chairs mean you arrive ready to sit down.
Savannah Paranormal Trolley & Museum TourYou board a trolley through Savannah's haunted Historic District and hear documented ghost stories and dark folklore from a seasoned guide; afterward, you get exclusive after-hours entry to the Savannah Paranormal Museum, where you walk among cursed artifacts and paranormal evidence at your own pace. The whole experience takes about two hours and includes both the trolley narration and museum admission, so you don't have to book them separately or figure out timing yourself.Is it for me?Pick this if you want Savannah's ghost stories and paranormal history without arranging two separate bookings—the trolley and museum access come together, and the evening timing is what makes the atmosphere actually work.
Savannah: Haunted Pub Crawl in Historic District at NightYou’ll wander Savannah’s historic streets after dark with a local guide, stopping at old pubs for drinks and ghost stories that linger long after you leave. Expect laughter mixed with chills as you hear tales from behind the bar and catch glimpses of Savannah’s haunted side — all while sharing drinks with fellow travelers.
Savannah Historic District Walking Tour & City MarketYou walk four historic squares—Madison, Chippewa, Forsyth, and City Market—with a local guide who covers Revolutionary War sites, African American history, Civil War monuments, and the people who shaped the city. A cafe break is included, and the tour wraps before lunch, leaving your afternoon open. Wheelchair accessible, suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you're new to Savannah and want the real history—not just the pretty squares, but the people and events that actually built the city—covered in one morning by someone who knows it firsthand.
Savannah Historic District: Walking Tour with Storyteller GuideYou’ll walk Savannah’s historic squares with a local guide who knows every corner — from Madison Square to Chippewa Square and the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace. Expect stories you won’t find in textbooks, pauses for coffee or laughter, and a pace that lets you breathe in the city’s old soul. It feels personal — like you’re borrowing someone else’s memories for an afternoon.
Savannah: Bonaventure Cemetery Tour & Little Gracie's GraveYou walk through Bonaventure Cemetery with a local guide who decodes the Victorian symbols carved into tombs and tells the real story behind Little Gracie's famous statue. The tour covers two hours, moves at a pace that lets you read the stones, and includes the graves of Savannah's most storied figures. Wheelchair accessible, suitable for all fitness levels, and included is the guide's knowledge of the history and legends that make this cemetery more than just a burial ground.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Savannah beyond the tourist postcards—the guide's knowledge of the cemetery's history and legends transforms a walk through graves into a conversation with the past, and the two-hour pace means you're not rushing from stone to stone.
Savannah Sunset Dolphin Tour: River Explorer & Lowcountry WildlifeYou board the River Explorer at River Street and spend two hours cruising the Lowcountry waterways with a Captain and First Mate who narrate the history and ecosystem as you go. The tour includes dolphin sightings, views of the Waving Girl Statue and Talmadge Bridge, and a sunset return upriver. Bring your own drinks or buy snacks on board, and plan for a few steps to board the vessel.Is it for me?Book this if you want to end a Savannah day on the water without arranging your own boat or timing — the Captain handles the narration and the route, and the sunset timing is built into the schedule.
Cocktail Class in Congress Street Up: Prohibition-Era MixologyCongress Street Up hosts a two-hour cocktail class where you make two full-sized Prohibition-era cocktails using authentic bar equipment, guided by award-winning bartenders inside a 1920s speakeasy theater at the American Prohibition Museum. The class includes three additional cocktail samples and snacks; you must be 21 or older and bring a photo ID. A mocktail option is available with advance notice.Is it for me?Book this class if you're coming with a small group of friends or a partner and want to learn something you can actually use at home—the two historic ratios stick with you, and the bartenders teach you why they work, not just how to follow a recipe.
Savannah Port Tour from the Water: See Working DocksA 90-minute boat tour of the Port of Savannah departs from the Historic Riverfront and travels upriver to the Georgia Ports Authority, where your guide explains ship types, port operations, and the cargo moving through different terminals. Bottled water and an iced cooler are included; the guide speaks English and can answer questions about what you're seeing as it happens.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see how Savannah's port actually works instead of just viewing the riverfront from the promenade—the boat gets you close enough to watch the cranes and cargo operations, and the guide explains what you're looking at.
Savannah: Ghost Tour with Real Paranormal Evidence & StoriesYou’ll walk Savannah’s haunted streets after dark with a local guide who plays real paranormal recordings from places like Sorrel-Weed House and Colonial Park Cemetery. Hear true stories (not urban legends), feel the city’s eerie side up close, and maybe leave with goosebumps you didn’t expect.
Savannah: Private Historic Tour in Vintage Citroën 2CVYou’ll roll through Savannah’s historic streets in a vintage Citroën 2CV with a local guide who feels more like a friend than a lecturer. Expect quiet moments in Forsyth Park, stories behind famous spots like Mercer Williams House and River Street, plus those little details only locals share. There’s time to soak up city sounds and grab coffee at the end — you’ll leave feeling part of Savannah’s rhythm.
Savannah: E-Bike Tour Historic District & Forsyth ParkYou’ll glide past live oaks and fountains on an e-bike tour through Savannah’s Historic District and Forsyth Park, with a local guide sharing stories at every turn. Taste river breezes, hear cicadas in shady squares, and enjoy effortless hills thanks to your e-bike. Includes bottled water, bug spray, sunscreen—and plenty of moments that linger long after.
Savannah: Dark History Walking Tour & True Crime StoriesYou’ll walk Savannah’s shadowy streets after dark with a local guide who skips ghost stories for real-life drama—duels in old bars, secrets in Colonial Park Cemetery, true crime scenes, and moments that changed Georgia forever. Expect honest storytelling and small surprises along the way—you might find yourself thinking about these stories long after you leave.
Savannah: Ghost Hunters Paranormal Night at 416 W LibertyYou’ll step inside Savannah’s famously haunted 416 W Liberty Street for a real ghost hunt with professional paranormal equipment and a small group led by a local guide. Explore three eerie levels, hear chilling stories from Savannah’s past, and maybe catch something unexpected on your camera or recorder. Expect goosebumps — and memories that linger after you leave.
Savannah: Historic Downtown Donut & Sweet Treats Walking TourYou’ll wander Savannah’s historic downtown with a local guide, tasting donuts and Southern sweets as you go. Expect laughter over sticky fingers in shaded squares, stories about monuments you might’ve missed alone, and time to snap photos beneath Spanish moss before ending at lively City Market—where you’ll probably wish you had room for one more treat.
Charlotte: Small Group Open-Air Minibus Tour & Uptown LandmarksYou’ll ride through Charlotte’s heart in an open-air minibus with a local guide who knows everyone (or seems to). Feel the city’s pulse as you pass landmarks like Bank of America Stadium and Fourth Ward’s painted homes. Kids laugh, locals wave—you’re part of it all for a while. Unexpected moments stick with you long after.
