Top Savannah Art & Culture - page 2

Though now popular for its animated nightlife, Savannah (along with the rest of the United States), was completely dry during Prohibition in the early 20th century. Learn the history behind the 18th Amendment—and how it led to the rise of smuggling and moonshine—on a tour of the country’s only museum dedicated to the history of Prohibition. Costumed docents keep visitors entertained and informed while exploring this lively collection. And of course, a speakeasy is attached to the museum for you to enjoy after your tour (own expense).

Learn about Georgia's 'First City' from the perspective of the water during your 90-Minute Sightseeing Riverboat Cruise of Savannah. Enjoy panoramic views of the water as you listen to the captain regale you with tales and facts about the city and surrounding port. As a bonus you'll pass by Old Fort Jackson, one of the oldest artillery pieces in the country.

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.

Experience Savannah like never before on this guided, 1-hour, small-group Segway tour. As the largest National Historic Landmark District in the US, Savannah offers more than 20 city squares filled with historic homes, museums, churches, mansions, monuments and the famous forts of the Revolutionary and Civil War eras. Learn about the history, as well as some fun, modern facts, of this great city. Guided Segway training is included. Dress in weather-appropriate clothes with flat, closed-toed shoes.

Discover some of the most haunted places in Savannah during a small-group ghost and pub walking tour. Meet your guide and set out on a city stroll that includes four popular pubs and bars. Learn about the history and haunted past of these watering holes as you raise a glass in each pub. Combine history with a night out during this walking tour.

Delve deeper into the dark history of Savannah than traditional ghost tours do on an adults-only walking tour that focuses on spirits and scoundrels. As you explore the historic town center under the cloak of darkness, you'll hear post-watershed stories that focus on voodoo, murder, and haunted mansions. Plus, exploring on foot means you'll be able to focus in on details that you might otherwise have missed.

Go for a stroll through Savannah’s historic squares and green spaces during this guided tour focused on botany. Learn to identify the city’s plants and flowers as you explore gardens, parks, and more. See several top Savanah landmarks including Columbia Square and Colonial Park Cemetery. Discover Savannah from a different perspective with this walking tour focused on the city’s natural beauty.

Explore the historic district of Savannah and learn about its many stories with this app-based self-guided audio tour. Starting at Wright Square, you’ll explore a former battleground, see where Forrest Gump sat with the box of chocolates, learn about Savannah’s haunted history, and more. The app works offline and the audio plays automatically using your smartphone’s GPS, making for a seamless way to explore.

Travel back in time and into the pages of the best-selling book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil on this one-of-a-kind 2.5-hour Savannah city tour. You'll follow your professional guide to sites described in this epic book and get an up-close look at the landmarks and destinations described in this popular story. Learn about the author, the story and the movie that was filmed here as you take in the sites and sounds of historic Savannah.

Discover the sights and sounds of Savannah on this guided, walking food tour. Learn about the city's fascinating history, elegant architecture, and unique culture with food tastings at several specialty food stores and restaurants in the area. Sample the local favorites that may include shrimp and grits, pork belly donut sliders, and one-of-a-kind honey. When all is digested and done, it adds up to an authentic southern lunch.

Take part in a paranormal investigation at the Historic Savannah Theatre on this interactive night-time tour. Using high-tech ghost-hunting equipment such as thermal cameras and EMF detectors, you’ll evaluate the evidence of paranormal activity while learning all about the haunted history of this 200-year-old Savannah landmark. Go beyond Savannah’s typical ghost tours and immerse yourself in this multi-hour experience.

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!

Stroll through lovely Savannah after dark to learn about is haunted history on this supernatural tour. You'll learn facts, figures, and stories about dark times in Savannah's history that aren't included on regular tours. Take the time to ask questions of your guide, who will delve into some unusual stories about the Hostess City.

Travel back in time to Savannah’s Civil War era on this guided walking tour. Take a leisurely stroll through the Savannah Historic District, one of the largest National Historic Landmark Districts in the US. See the houses of the south’s most famous generals and visit the buildings from the war years of the 1860s. Listen as an expert guide speaks of the town’s storied past, its military strategies and the Confederate States’ place in the war. It’s a great tour for history and Civil War buffs alike.

Get to know Savannah's nightlife on a haunted pub crawl. Meet your guide and group at the famous Six Pence Pub in downtown Savannah to begin the tour. Then, proceed to visit several pubs, haunted streets, and squares around town with a seasoned guide who delves into chilling tales of the city's ghostly past. Drinks are at your own expense.

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!

Discover the city of Savannah by bike with a small-group guided tour. Cover ground quickly and get to know several different areas of the city. See top Savannah attractions including Forsyth Park, City Market, and historic River Street. Learn about local history and heritage as you visit landmarks such as the Andrew Low House and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Maximize time in Savannah with this green bike tour.

Discover the paranormal side of Savannah with this guided 'voices of the dead' tour. Explore the city on foot with a guide in search of spirits and haunted sites including the Colonial Park Cemetery, the Savannah Theatre, and the Foley House Inn. Learn about paranormal evidence captured by the Savannah Ghost Research Society during this guided tour.

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting streets of Savannah, as I invite you to join my immersive walking tour. Prepare to be swept away by the city's timeless beauty, rich history, and vibrant Southern charm. Learn about Savannah's pivotal role in the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the 20th century. Hear the tales of powerful figures, enterprising pioneers, and resilient heroes who shaped the city's destiny. As you wander along the cobblestone lanes and beneath the moss-draped oaks, you'll be transported to a bygone era, where whispers of the past still linger in the air.

Set out on a twilight investigation of Savannah's true crime past with this walking cocktail tour. Meet your guide and go for a city stroll that includes both historic landmarks and cocktail bars. Combine sightseeing and happy hour with this tour that includes Oglethorpe Square and Colonial Park Cemetery. Grab to-go drinks and sip away during this walking tour focused on the murders, scandals, and crimes of passion in Savannah's history.

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.

Take a typical ghost tour to the next level with this immersive experience. With a guide in the lead, you'll explore Savannah's darkest corners with the use of paranormal investigative equipment. You'll have the use of EMF detectors, thermal cameras, and 4K night vision cameras to find and record paranormal activity around the city.

Savannah is frequently ranked as one of the most haunted cities in America, and this tour is your shortcut to discovering some of its paranormal hotspots. Set off on an evening adventure with a guide to entertain you with stories that are backed up with paranormal evidence. The route focuses on the city's historic district with stops along the way at locations linked to hauntings.