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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!
This tour also includes a brief stop at a local cafe for guests to use the restroom and pick up refreshments.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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)
Itinerary
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1
Hear about Mary Telfair and the history of the Telfair Museum
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
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
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Stroll down the middle of Savannah's City Market neighborhood and get recommendations for shops, restaurants and attractions
Admission ticket free -
3
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Johnson Square
View the monument to Nathanael Greene, the war hero, and listen to the story of how his widow altered the US economy and history
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Wright Square
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.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Hear all about James Oglethorpe, the founder of Savannah and of Georgia
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
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
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Enjoy the view of many people's favorite square and learn about Casimir Pulaski, who is buried at the base of his monument.
15 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Wheelchair accessible - please note in the Special Requirements field when making a booking
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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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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