Savannah

Guided Savannah Civil War History Walking Tour

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Savannahs Civil War Tour
  • 2 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

With its cobbled streets, historic squares, and plethora of colonial architecture, Savannah is a history buff's dream. Learn the history of Savannah's involvement in the Civil War—including how it was famously spared on Sherman's March to the Sea, allowing its original infrastructure and housing to remain intact—on this walking tour of Savannah.
  • Civil War walking tour of Savannah, Georgia
  • Learn about the city's involvement in the Civl War, including why it was famously spared
  • Visit sites important to Savannah Civil War history, such as Sherman's headquarters
  • Walk through the Antebellum portion of Savannah's historic district with a guide
  • Fully narrated tour provides commentary throughout
  • Multiple departure times offered throughout the day

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Professional guide
  • Civil War History of Savannah
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Reynolds Square
    32 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA

    Reynolds Square @ John Wesley Statue

End point

  • 127 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA

    Oglethorpe Square

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • 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.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • 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.

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Excellent!!
Anne_H, May 2024
I had an excellent guide who provide a historical perspective to the area and how the Covil War changed the history of Savannah. He was interesting and very informative. I highly recommend this tour!
Experienced, Knowledgeable guides!
kellymoore330, Apr 2024
Very knowledgeable and detailed. Funny and experienced. Loved the pace, and the headphones. Was nice to be able to hear from back of group
Excellent tour.
Jacqueline_M, Apr 2024
Excellent tour guide whose knowledge was so deep we were very impressed. Our guide's in depth knowledge was the key to a great tour.
Amazing Stories!
Beth_B, Apr 2024
Kelse was an amazing story teller and this was a terrific way to get to know a bit about Savannah before immersing yourself in all the city has to offer! Definitely recommend!
Great guide, Mike Mack, who is very interesting and informative.
REGINA_K, Apr 2024
Very historical and interesting hearing about the civil war. They should inform you that you don't meet at the address they give you, but in the park across the street. Guide was wonderful.
Fascinating tour
suecostigan, Apr 2024
Our guide, Champ, was exceptional! His take on Savannah, its heroes and other occupants was extraordinary. We were moved to tears at more than one description that made people long gone so completely present. Gosh, we felt so fortunate to have a guide and native of this character. Thank you for an intimate and memorable tour we will never forget
Civil War Tour.
Sharon_S, Apr 2024
Mike was a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We learnt lots of new information on the tour.
Occupation by the Union
Suzanne_T, Apr 2024
Union army presence in Savannah and their headquarters in the homes and strategic locations. The explanation about the importance of cotton that led to the secession of 13 states.
Civil war tour
Kathy_F, Apr 2024
The guide had an immense wealth of knowledge. Really enjoyed the tour. I highly recommend. I need more characters in my review to submit so here they are.
Informative tour
Jill_B, Mar 2024
Very knowledgeable guide with lots of history. Also funny and engaging. Kelse was our guide. He made civil war Savannah come alive.
Great Civil War Experience
Bill_W, Mar 2024
Excellent tour. Tour leader was very knowledgeable and entertaining. He provided detailed information on the cultural, economic, and social implications of the civil war. Emphasizing the impact on Savannah.
Great information tour
Terri_s, Mar 2024
Very knowledgeable, informative and engaging. Highly recommend. Our guide was able to keep my teenager interested, no easy task.
Civil War History Tour
Stephanie_T, Mar 2024
Very thorough Civil War history tour with a friendly, knowledgeable guide. Would be helpful to have some foundational knowledge before taking the tour, as it’s definitely detailed and not a “Civil War 101” tour.
Great experience! Highly recommend
SondraS_R, Mar 2024
Mike was excellent - very knowledgeable and presented information with humor and cheer. Very highly recommend!
Exceptional
Debbie_K, Mar 2024
So entertaining. Such a knowledgeable and insightful guide. I’m a civil war history buff and learned so much new information during this tour. It’s a must for visitors to Savannah.
Civil war walking tour
MaureenMiles, Mar 2024
Such a good tour. Tour leader Mike M. was chock full of excellent info. The pace was quite manageable, and was very happy to have the headsets!
i enjoyed seeing the...
Williams_P, Mar 2024
i enjoyed seeing the churches. I like the fact our tour guide was very open and honest about the slave trade. The tour guide was very knowledgeable.
It was interesting to...
Geralyn_R, Feb 2024
It was interesting to learn about the warehouses on the river, and how it was used and the mountain of cotton, that Savannah exported/produced. The tour guide was friendly
excellent tour!
Karen_C, Feb 2024
The guide was very knowledgeable, he knew so much about what it was like as Sherman occupied the city.
Very Informative
Jackie_A, Feb 2024
Pierce was a fantastic guide. He was well spoken and had a vast knowledge of the subject. We came away with a better understanding of Savannah and it’s role in the Civil War.
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