Top Georgia Cultural Tours - page 3

Although Savannah has multiple spooky cemeteries to visit, this Savannah Laurel Grove Cemetery Daytime Tour takes you into the cemetery (dating back to 1853) during the morning. A daytime tour allows those who get spooked out more easily to still enjoy the history and fun tales the cemetery has to offer. Plus, a guide knows the fast-track way around the 67-acre (27-hectare) cemetery.

Discover the diverse spiritual heritage and history of Savannah on this guided walking around downtown with a small group. Visit different historic houses of worship, such as Christ Church, Lutheran Church of the Ascension, Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist, Congregation Mickve Israel, and more, while learning about each site from your guide.

This unique after-hours tour highlights the best of Savannah's spooky history with a memorable trip to the iconic Bonaventure Cemetery. Follow your expert guide on a haunting trip through the tombstones and graves of some of the this southern city's most well-known residents. No trip to Savannah is complete without a stop at Bonaventure and this post-sunset tour is one of the best ways to see it.

This alternative history tour amplifies the voices of Savannah's black, queer, female, and native residents, to reperesent characters from the past that are often overlooked. You'll see top Savannah attractions such as Franklin Square, City Market and Telfair Academy through a different lens as you discover stories and information that you won't see in the guide book.

Immerse yourself in the history and architecture of Savannah with this guided walking tour. Learn about architectural trends, influential people, and the impact of wars and other movements on the city from your guide as you walk around from Johnson Square to Wright Square, stopping at notable attractions along the way.

Learn all about Atlanta’s African-American history and culture on this private driving tour. Choose from multiple start times, meet your guide right at your hotel (if pickup requested), and hop aboard your private vehicle. You’ll discover highlights like the Ebenezer Baptist Church of Atlanta, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, and historically Black colleges as your guide shares stories about Atlanta’s Black culture and community, from the 1900s to the present day.

Join us on an unforgettable ride through the fascinating history of African Americans from slavery to freedom during the Antebellum era (1748-1864) along Savannah's beautiful coast led by a true Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller, "Sistah Patt". Hop on our comfortable Gray Line vehicle and let us take you on a mesmerizing journey, exploring iconic sights like River Street, Factor's Walk and Johnson Square. Discover the rich history of the West African tribes who were forced into slavery in Savannah, working tirelessly to construct the warehouses along River Street. Hear their journey to freedom and how their culture is still present in today's local community. The riding tour begins at 10:30am and will last about 1 hour before stopping at the Susie King Taylor Center for Jubilee for a mouthwatering experience of authentic Gullah Geechee foodways and story telling. Afterwards, we will transport you back to the tour starting point at about 1:00pm.

A great choice for first time visitors or travelers who are limited on time, this tour hits several of Atlanta's highlights in a few hours. Visit Centennial Olympic Park, Mercedes Benz Stadium, Margaret Mitchell House, the Fox Theatre, Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, Inman Park, and much more. A local guide handles the driving and shares information about the city.

Discover the heart of the oldest city in Georgia with this self-guided walking tour of Savannah! Stroll along cobblestoned streets and past all kinds of cute shops and restaurants on the beautiful riverfront. Admire beautifully preserved historic architecture. Get to know Savannah’s most influential residents of days past. And, of course, dig into the complex history of the city, from the Native tribes who once occupied the region to the battle between enslavers and abolitionists and beyond. After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. This is not an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

Our Savannah History Walk is an excellent way to orient yourself with Savannah’s past. We start in Savannah’s oldest square and outline the founding of both Savannah and Georgia. From there we head south, square by square, discussing Savannah’s booms and busts. Some topics covered include the Oglethorpe Plan for squares, the father vs. son atmosphere of Revolutionary Savannah, the city’s most famous duel, Presidential visits, the Civil War era and Federal occupation, the experience of Antebellum and post-War African Americans, and the city’s churches and historic homes. We’ll take our talk right up to the tourist boom brought on by a certain book, the growing Port of Savannah, and where the city goes from here. You’ll also hear about dozens of men and women who made this place what it is. This is Savannah's most in-depth and comprehensive historic tour. Whether a tourist or longtime resident, you’ll walk away with a greater appreciation of all things Savannah.

Learn about Savannah’s history from a sixth-generation local who is passionate about sharing the city’s story. Covering six squares in historic downtown, the tour is unique in that it shares the historical perspective of Savannah’s Native American, African, and Irish inhabitants. Discover benches, shady spots, monuments, and restrooms along the route.

A guided walking tour is the perfect introduction to downtown Savannah. The historic district is small and cozy enough that you can cover its main attractions while exploring by foot—plus better appreciate its beautiful architecture, riverfront location, and good weather (almost year-round). Stops along the way including the City Market, Broughton Street, and the well-known Forsyth Park Fountain.

A great way to get a fun and informative overview of the culture, history and artistry of our little town! Along this 1.9 mile easy-paced stroll, you will experience some the best sights, tastes and activities of Helen. You will also learn about how this amazing town became a worldwide tourist destination. The approximate 2 hour walking tour, led by our local and friendly guides, is the perfect way to start your adventure in Helen!

Maximize time in Savannah with a private tour that includes both the historic district and nearby Tybee Island. Meet your private guide for a half-day tour that begins in the squares and cemeteries of the Savannah Historic District before venturing out to Tybee Island. Visit the island’s lighthouse and Fort Pulaski National Monument. Learn about history, heritage, and culture along the way.

Newcomers and Atlanta veterans alike can enjoy a comfortable driving tour of Atlanta’s key attractions. Explore neighborhoods including Midtown, Downtown, Old Fourth Ward, and Inman Park. We offer stops at the Martin Luther King Jr National Historical Park and Ponce City Market, Atlanta's largest food hall and shopping destination. See other highlights such as Downtown, Morehouse College, Georgia State University, Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), World of Coca-Cola Museum, Centennial Olympic Park, Inman Park, and Midtown Atlanta. You’ll get an excellent overview of the city’s top sights and historic neighborhoods while learning fun, local facts from your experienced guide.

Colonial Park Cemetery has been the final resting place for Savannah residents since 1789. This historic district landmark, just a three block east of Chippewa Square, has just as many stories as it has headstones. Join a guide for a walking tour of this 6-acre cemetery and learn about the many notable Georgians buried here, including those lost to the Yellow Fever epidemic.

Discover the culture, architecture, and heritage of the Savannah Historic District with a private walking tour. Meet your guide for a city stroll that can be personalized according to your interests and maximize your time in Savannah. Build an itinerary based on museums, historic sites, film locations, parks, artistic landmarks, and more. Hotel pick-up is available.

Cover over 100 years of Savannah history and soak up the downtown atmosphere on a 2-hour small-group walking tour along Bull Street. Beginning in Johnson Square and ending at Forsyth Fountain, the leisurely jaunt gives you an insider’s look at the area’s rich and eventful past. The tour is also a great starting point for first time visitors looking for ideas to shape the rest of their Georgian vacation.

Join us for a leisurely stroll through Savannah's Historic District as we go by locations featured in the book. Here the real stories and see the real photos of these characters from the book that helped put Savannah's tourism on the map. In addition to the locations listed, we also stop by the home where John Berendt lived when he first arrived in Savannah, along with Joe Odom's House, the home of Helen Drexel (Serena Dawes in the book and the film), as well as a few other locations.

Make the most of your time on Cumberland Island with this walking tour that covers the top sights in just a few hours. Meet your guide and group directly at the Dungeness Dock ferry landing and set off on foot to take in Dungeness Ruins and Greene-Miller Cemetery. Learn about the history of the island—from the Native Americans and Spanish to the British and Americans—as you visit its main landmarks.

Cruise through sunny Savannah on an electric bike and get a feel for the historic Southern city. Spend ample time exploring the historic city with your guide, learning about Savannah and its people. Your guide will give you some great tips about local attractions to check out after the tour with your e-bike.

Auburn Avenue African American All Inclusive Tour is designed to give guests an overview of Black life and culture in Atlanta, starting from Juneteenth/Emancipation Day,1865 to Atlanta modern Civil Rights Movement, 1965. Heavy emphasis will be placed on Rosenwald educational system for Black students in Atlanta and Booker T Washington who was known as the Great Black Educator. Come and see the relationship between Alonzo Herndon, George Washington Carver, and Julius Rosenwald Foundation. Guests will see Atlanta Historic Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Georgia's first Black public high school and America's first Black city park. Booker T Washington High School was the first black public high school in Georgia and the first Black school in the Atlanta Public School System. Come and see how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Grandfather organized the community to create a public high school for Black students in Atlanta. This same school is where Dr. Martin Luther King attended.

You will see the beauty of Savannah and learn about its amazing history. You will enjoy seeing beautiful oak trees, Spanish moss, azaleas, camellias, and other beautiful greenery. Hear about General Oglethorpe and the founding of this beautiful city and its role in the Revolution and Civil War. All of our tours are led by experienced and expert guides!