Savannah Trip Overview
Delve into the city’s history on a stroll around its alluring squares on this self-guided walking tour of Savannah.
• See the first home of John Berendt, author of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, first lived when he came to Savannah and where the Girl Scouts got their start
• Hear from producer Andrew Cotton, a History Major who now owns and operates a high end, private history tour company
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Additional Info
Duration: 60 to 90 minutes
Starts: Savannah, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Savannah, Georgia, United States
Delve into the city’s history on a stroll around its alluring squares on this self-guided walking tour of Savannah.
• See the first home of John Berendt, author of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, first lived when he came to Savannah and where the Girl Scouts got their start
• Hear from producer Andrew Cotton, a History Major who now owns and operates a high end, private history tour company
• Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: The Independent Presbyterian Church of Savannah, 207 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
The tour starts outside The Independent Presbyterian Church of Savannah. You’ll hear how to use the app and be introduced to the city’s history.
Pass By: Chippewa Square, Bull Street Between Hull Street and Perry Street, Savannah, GA 31401
The tour takes you through Chippewa Square. You’ll hear the square’s history as you walk.
Pass By: Savannah Theatre, 222 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
The tour passes by the Savannah Theatre, the oldest playhouse in continuous use.
Pass By: Colonial Park Cemetery, 200 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401
The tour passes by a portion of Colonial Park Cemetery. You’ll hear about the cemetery and some of the people buried there.
Pass By: Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 222 E Harris St, Savannah, GA 31401-4616
The tour passes by The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist. You’ll hear a bit of the cathedral’s history while you walk.
Pass By: Lafayette Square, 201 E Charlton St, Savannah, GA 31401-4605
The tour passes through Lafayette Square. You’ll hear a bit of its history while you walk.
Pass By: Andrew Low House, 329 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
The tour passes by Andrew Low House. You’ll hear about the house, Andrew Low and how the girl scouts got their start.
Pass By: Girl Scout First Headquarters, 330 Drayton St, Savannah, GA 31401-4433
The tour passes by the Girl Scout First Headquarters. You’ll hear about how the Girl Scouts got their start as you walk.
Pass By: Madison Square, Bull Street Between West Harris and West Charlton Streets, Savannah, GA
The tour passes through Madison Square. You’ll hear about the square as you walk.
Pass By: East Jones Street, E Jones St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
The tour passes through a section of Jones Street. You’ll see why it’s the most prestigious street to live on in Savannah.
Pass By: Monterey Square, Bull Street Between Taylor and Gordon Streets, Savannah, GA 31401-4913
The tour passes through Monterey Square. You’ll hear about the square as you walk.
Pass By: Alex Raskin Antiques, 441 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401-4936
The tour passes by the Alex Raskin Antiques. You’ll hear about the store while you walk.
Pass By: Armstrong House, 447 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401-4960
The tour passes by The Armstrong House. You’ll hear about the house as you walk.
Pass By: Forsyth Park, Drayton St and E Park Ave, Savannah, GA 31401
The tour ends in Forsyth Park.
Pass By: Fountain at Forsyth Park, 1 W Gaston St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
The tour ends in front of the Fountain at Forsyth Park.
Pass By: Savannah Historic District, 301 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, GA 31401-4217
The tour takes place in Savannah Historic District.
