What You Will Do
Taking a vacation to Savannah? Hit the ground running (or walking, in this case) by scheduling this all-inclusive tour with a born-and-raised Savannahian for the start of your visit! Cover a broad range of topics including historic homes, African American history, important women, the Civil War and the American Revolution. Join the group in the morning right after breakfast and you'll have all the basics covered before lunch!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Tour departs from the NW corner of Telfair Square, across the street from the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences (121 Barnard St., Savannah, GA 31401)
1
Telfair Square
15 minutes
Hear about Mary Telfair and the history of the Telfair Museum
2
Franklin Square
20 minutes
See the Haitian monument and learn about the Haitian regiment who fought here in the Revolution; see First African Baptist Church and learn about the oldest Black Baptist Congregation in America
3
City Market
Stroll down the middle of Savannah's City Market neighborhood and get recommendations for shops, restaurants and attractions
4
Ellis Square
15 minutes
Learn about the history of Savannah's City Market, it's loss, and the recent restoration of the square. Also learn a little about African Americans' contributions to antebellum Savannah's economy as both free people and enslaved people.
5
Johnson Square
20 minutes
View the monument to Nathanael Greene, the war hero, and listen to the story of how his widow altered the US economy and history
6
Wright Square
30 minutes
View and learn about two monuments, one to a rail road magnate and one to a native American chief, then take a break at a local cafe.
7
Chippewa Square
20 minutes
Hear all about James Oglethorpe, the founder of Savannah and of Georgia
8
Madison Square
25 minutes
View the Jasper monument, hear about his heroic deeds in the Battle of Savannah, view the Sorrel-Weed House and the Green-Meldrim House and learn a little about Savannah during the Civil War
9
Monterey Square
15 minutes
Enjoy the view of many people's favorite square and learn about Casimir Pulaski, who is buried at the base of his monument.
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