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Johnny Mercer was one of the greatest songwriters to ever live. Did you know the 4x Oscar winner grew up right here in Savannah and worked at the local ice cream shop Leopold’s? Take a journey through his childhood and life and learn how this local boy who couldn’t read music wrote one of the most famous songs in motion picture history, “Moon River”, how he popularized the Christmas classic, “Jingle Bells” and found Capital Records.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Childhood home of Johnny Mercer. Your tour guide will be outside with a sign.
Tour concludes near City Market.
Itinerary
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1
We will stop at the original home of Leopold's ice cream shop where Johnny Mercer worked as a teen.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Mercer Williams House Museum
Stop by one of the most famous homes in Savannah. This was originally owned by the Mercer family during the 19th century and made famous by Jim William from Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Learn how and when it switched hand and why it's so famous!
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
Come see the Statue that sits in the middle of Johnson square. You;ve probably passed by it without even realizing who it was!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walking distance is about a mile, with few stops.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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