Top Georgia Historical Tours - page 4

Sample delicious Southern dishes and learn about Atlanta's history during a leisurely walking and food tour in Grant Park. Stop into local eateries for tastings that might include dishes fried catfish and pork belly toast. Stroll past striking Victorian homes and the historic Oakland Cemetery. Your guide shares insights about the food scene and history of Atlanta on this small-group tour with generous eats.

Explore Savannah from the seat of a vintage Citroën with this private tour. Get picked up at the location of your choice and maximize time in Savannah with a tour that is personalized to your interests. Learn about the architecture and history of Savannah and see top landmarks including Forsyth Park, the Colonial Park Cemetery, and the Mercer Williams House Museum. See the Savannah historic district in style.

A great introduction to Savannah’s haunted history, this tour is part outdoor classroom, part creative storytelling, and all fun. Bring a cocktail and stroll along as professional storytellers shine a light back in time. This popular outing was voted one of the top ghost tours in the country in a USA Today fan poll.

Take a leisurely stroll through the Savannah Historic District on this guided walking tour. Together with a lifelong resident of Savannah, visit one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the US. See the historic homes as well as the houses of the South’s most famous generals. Visit the buildings from the war years of the 1860s. Learn about the town’s storied past, its African-American history, its military strategies, the important women who lived here, the Confederate States’ place in the Civil War and much more.

Immerse yourself in Savannah's centuries of history and moody ambiance—and hear family-friendly versions of the city's famous ghost stories and legends—on this evening walking tour. Bring older kids along, and meet your guide right on Columbia Square. As you explore, you'll discover spooky cemeteries, creepy public squares, and other supposedly haunted locations—and will hear all about Savannah's history of supernatural and unexplained occurrences.

Combine sightseeing and happy hour in Savannah with this tipsy trivia tour. Explore the Savannah Historic District on foot with a guide and stop into popular watering holes for cocktails along the way. Stroll by top landmarks like Chippewa Square and Wright Square while playing a trivia game about Savannah’s history, haunted past, and movie scene locations.

Cycle through Savannah during a small-group sightseeing tour by e-bike. Meet your guide and set out on a scenic bike ride through the Savannah Historic District and see top landmarks including Forsyth Park. Cover ground quickly with a battery-assisted e-bike and maximize time in Savannah. Explore the riverfront and learn about Savannah’s unique history and architecture along the way.

Eat like a local in Atlanta during this guided visit to the Ponce City Market. Follow your guide through the converted historic Sears, Roebuck, & Co. building featuring a market hall including some of the city's best restaurants. Taste samples created by some local celebrity chefs and take a walk down Atlanta Beltline's Eastside trail. Admissions and food tastings included.

Discover Atlanta's spooky side—and get a new perspective on the city's Midtown neighborhood—on this evening ghost tour. After the sun sets, make your own way to the departure point, and set off with your guide. You'll stop by historical churches, theaters, and the sites of old haunted houses—and will learn all about the supposed hauntings and unexplained happenings that have taken place.

Discover the real-life drama behind the international bestselling book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil on this walking tour of Savannah, the city on which the book is based. Walk through Savannah's iconic squares and under trees dripping with Spanish moss as your guide regales you with tales of the city's historic scandals while en route to sights made famous by the novel.

Embark on a remarkable journey of Savannah's past with the Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour featuring Savannah’s own Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller ‘Sistah Patt’ This is a mesmerizing tour of the African American journey from slavery to freedom during the Antebellum days (1748-1864) on the coast of Savannah.

Delve into Savannah's hidden true crime stories on the Bloody Murder tour while stopping at a minimum of four bars for drinks (own expense). Uncover tales of a notorious serial killer, an infamous murder inspiring books and movies, and crimes that went unpunished. A portion of each ticket supports historic preservation and the Humane Society of Greater Savannah.

We've been unearthing and telling the untold story of Savannah for over 30 years now. That's who we are. We do this through capable historians, librarians, writers, archivists, genealogists, and storytellers who have met the strictest standards of Shannon Scott. Hopefully, that speaks to you. We begin at the beginning in Savannah's Colonial areas and weave not just the parables, but the next great story chapters of Georgia's earliest settlers from ancient mound builders, Indians, Europeans, and Africans and the story of its architects, religions, women, Industrialists, Freemasons, epic wars and much more in what will become your favorite history tour! All told by colorful characters themselves through their own eyes of understanding with humanity, intellect, humor, and everything that encompasses one of America's and The South's greatest, perhaps most surprising city melting pot of stories!

Get to know the Tybee Island that you love. Enjoy an open-air guided tour of Tybee Island while learning the history, heritage, hauntings, and lore. This tour is for all ages and those who love to explore and learn. Join Tybee Tour Company and its fun historians as they guide you to places that only a local would know.

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.

Discover Atlanta’s historic homes with a knowledgeable guide on this small-group half-day tour. Cruise through the Buckhead area, then stop outside the Governor’s Mansion and Swan House before lunch (own expense) at the Swan Coach House. Afterwards, stop outside Rhodes House and the Margaret Mitchell House, drive through the Midtown District, and stop at the Callanwolde Fine Arts Center.

Step back in time and uncover Savannah's sordid past during this walking ghost tour of the downtown region. Follow your guide on an immersive experience and listen to ghostly tales of the city's past residents. Stop at several important landmarks and listen to the history of each location from your guide. Keep your eyes peeled for any paranormal activity that might follow you on your journey.

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.

Savannah is one of the most beautiful cities in the country, and you’ll soon know all about its antebellum glory on this self-guided walking tour. Led by your smartphone, you’ll explore at your pace, hearing the story behind the European-style squares, the historic architecture, and even about the filming of *Forest Gump*. It’s just like having a real-life tour guide—right in your pocket.

A Must-See Savannah walking tour takes in the famous highlights, but also the off-the-beaten path details between them. Immerse yourself in the lush moss-draped live oak canopy, fascinating stories, gorgeous architecture, stunning photo backdrops, and colorful modern vibe that is our city. Your guide has led thousands of visitors and locals alike throughout the Historic District for over 14 years, and loves to share his knowledge and enthusiasm!

Noble Jones Architect Tour is an opportunity to learn about Savannah's architecture and the architects behind the buildings. The guest limit is capped at ten people for this tour, making this the only semi-private tour in Savannah, GA. This gives our guests the opportunity to ask questions and have a more personal experience with our guides. Architecture is the material essence of the city and in a little over a century. These five men became the soul of the movement to match the beauty of the square design of our city. This guided walking tour of the historic district includes an examination of the historic homes and buildings from 1817 through 1923. An interpretation of the architect's works and contributions to the city is discussed.

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.

Get an overview of Atlanta with this small-group half-day sightseeing tour. Cruise through the Buckhead, Midtown, and Downtown Atlanta areas. Depending on the day, also visit the Governor’s Mansion, Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, the Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Park, or Ponce Market.