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A great way to get to know Savannah, Georgia, is with the aid of someone who lives there and knows the city's history. With the help of traveler reviews and editor analysis, U.S. News selected Savannah's best guided tours, some of which focus on the city's architecture, others on its food and some on its ghostly residents . Whether you're walking through the Historic District or riding a Segway through a storied cemetery, you'll gain an insider's perspective on Savannah's top attractions , culture and folklore on these tours.

Editor’s Pick: Gray Line Savannah – Savannah Land & Sea Tour

Price: Adults from $74; kids from $36 Duration: 3 hours

U.S. News independently paid to send Tanvi Chauhan , a travel writer and book author based in Savannah, on this tour to provide readers with an unbiased, first-hand perspective of what to expect. Gray Line Savannah – Savannah Land & Sea Tour was selected by our team as an Editor’s Pick thanks to its popularity and favorable user reviews.

The combination tour offers an excellent way to both begin and conclude your day in the city. The land tour takes place aboard an open trolley bus, with a driver who also serves as your tour guide. Commencing at the Georgia State Railroad Museum, the tour proceeds through numerous renowned landmarks, including the iconic Forsyth Park , the historic Harper Fowlkes House and the infamous Sorrel-Weed House . You'll also see attractions featured in the New York Times bestseller "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," such as Clary’s Café, and locations from "Forrest Gump," like Chippewa Square. The bus tour covers the historic district and a portion of River Street only. Popular districts like the Plant Riverside District, the newly developed Eastern Wharf and nonhistoric areas like Starland are not included on the tour. Guides are expert narrators with extensive knowledge of historical periods, especially in the Revolutionary War, Civil War and slave trade history. Due to the fast pace from one location to another, not much in-depth information is provided about any given landmark, making it best suited for travelers interested in a general overview.

The boat tour offers a unique perspective of the city skyline compared to the bus tour. Onboard the Georgia Queen, visitors receive a narrated tour by the captain, covering the history of the Savannah River, the Fort Jackson National Monument (which is visible along the route) and a deeper exploration of the Savannah port's economics.

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Why we love it:

• The tour guide may highlight minute details often overlooked in other, more generic tours. Traveling with guide John, for instance, offers casual learning opportunities about Webb Military Museum, the American Legion, the Kessler Mansion, the Gingerbread House, and the Victorian-style Forsyth Animal Hospital, along with amusing anecdotes about Sir Henry Ellis, after whom the Ellis Square is named.
• While meals are not provided on the boat tour, there is a bar with concessions available on both the inside and outside decks. Plus, opting for the 3:30 p.m. tour increases your chances of spotting dolphins (for free), as they're more active in late afternoon.
• The optimal way to experience this tour is to begin with a land tour at 9:30 a.m., which concludes at 11 a.m. You can request the driver to drop you off at any point on their loop for lunch at the end of the tour (consider trying the renowned Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room, open Monday to Friday only). After lunch, explore the city squares and make your way back to River Street to catch the 3:30 p.m. boat tour. The river tour typically finishes just as River Street and the adjacent Plant Riverside District come alive with live music, seafood restaurants, bars and vibrant activity.

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Old Town Trolley – Savannah Hop-on Hop-off Tour

Price: Adults from $45; kids from $20 Duration: 1.5 hours

Old Town Trolley's hop-on, hop-off tours allow visitors to explore Savannah's most popular attractions at their own pace. Trollies make 15 stops in total, including Forsyth Park, City Market , River Street, Madison Square, the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist and Colonial Park Cemetery. If you choose to stay on for the entire ride, the tour takes about 100 minutes. Drivers provide commentary on the city and its sights – a point of praise for most tourgoers. Reviewers suggested riding the entire route at least once before hopping on and off so you can get a sense for the city's history and attractions.

Tours begin at 9 a.m. and depart every 20 minutes until 5 p.m. If you book online in advance, you could score discounted tickets. The tour company also runs a popular nighttime Ghost & Gravestones trolley tour.

Genteel & Bard – Savannah History Tour

Price: Adults from $32; kids from $15 Duration: 2 hours

This walking tour takes visitors to many of the city's most popular downtown attractions, including the Colonial Park Cemetery, the Green-Meldrim House, Jones Street and Lafayette Square. A local historian and storyteller leads the excursion. Many reviewers enthusiastically praise the guide's in-depth knowledge and passion. Others appreciate the microphone/earbud system that makes it easy to hear the stories even from 100 feet away.

Reservations are required. Tours are generally available Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m.; an additional afternoon tour may be offered on the weekend, depending on the month. For those interested in the supernatural, the family-owned company also leads a Savannah Ghost Encounter Tour as well as a tour through Bonaventure Cemetery .

Ghost City Tours – Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl

Price: From $30 Duration : 2 hours

The Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl takes visitors to three bars and pubs deemed the city's "most haunted." Over the course of the walking tour through Savannah's Historic District, guides tell stories about the city's famously spooky history, as well as its distinct architecture and landmarks. According to travelers, the experience is fun and funny (many recount guides telling jokes along the way). However, some travelers wished the stories were scarier and noted that the guide can make or break the tour. Thanks to the city's open container policy, visitors can carry their drinks in to-go cups from bar to bar.

Tour-takers must be at least 21 years old. Tours are offered nightly at 8 and 9 p.m.; additional tours may be offered on Friday and Saturday evenings, depending on the month. Ghost City Tours also offers ghost tours suited for families and cemetery tours.

Footprints of Savannah

Price: Adults from $30; kids from $10 Duration: 1.5 hours

Savannah's history is inextricably linked to slavery, which you can learn during a tour with Footprints of Savannah. Along the walk, you'll learn about the slave and cotton trade, a slave mart turned Freedmen's school and more. Travelers say the guide, Vaughnette Goode-Walker, is knowledgeable and engaging. Plus, Goode-Walker encourages questions and discussions throughout the tour, adding an interactive element that tour-takers enjoy.

Tours are limited to four to six participants. You must call the company to reserve your tour at 912-695-3872.

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Savannah Taste Experience – Port City Food Tour

Price: From $77 Duration: 3 hours

Savannah Taste Experience's Port City Food Tour takes visitors to a half-dozen eateries to sample everything from South African-inspired cuisine to ice cream. The food tours are limited to 14 people. Reviewers say that overall the food is tasty and the guides knowledgeable. However, a few were disappointed in the restaurants chosen.

Tours depart daily up to four times a day in both the late morning and early afternoon. Tour fees may vary depending on the season. Tickets include food, but not adult beverages, which can be purchased separately. For families with young children, the company recommends signing up for its First Squares Food Tour.

Adventure Tours in Motion – 90-Minuete Segway Tour

Price: From $75 Duration: 1.5 hours

According to reviewers, the best way to traverse Savannah's Historic District is via a Segway with Adventure Tours in Motion. On this tour, you'll glide past squares, fountains, Telfair Academy and more while your guide shares historical and architectural facts. Along with the ease of using the Segways, travelers express praise for the guides, who they describe as insightful and funny.

Tours are generally offered daily at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The company also offers shorter tours of the city's Historic District, as well as a Movie Tour that visits some of the city's top filming locations.

Old Savannah Tours – Hop On – Hop Off Tour

Price: Adults from $38; kids from $16 Duration: 1.5 hours

On this trolley tour, visitors can take a ride around the Historic District or hop off to explore at any of the 14 must-see stops along the way, including Savannah City Hall, River Street and the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters . Trolleys run every 15 to 20 minutes daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 or 5 p.m., depending on the season. Drivers provide running commentary and actors portraying historical figures appear at some stops – a highlight for many reviewers. Others noted waiting longer at trolley stops than advertised.

If the hop-on, hop-off element of the tour doesn't appeal to you, the company also offers a continuous version of this tour that doesn't make any stops. Several ghost-themed tours are also available.

Southern Flavors Savannah – Taste Tour & Pub Crawl

Price: From $60 Duration: 3 hours

Southern Flavors Savannah's Taste Tour takes small groups (of no more than 12 people) on a walk through downtown Savannah and along its riverfront with stops at six restaurants. In between samples of Lowcountry fare like pimento cheese and peach cobbler, travelers pass by several of the city's top attractions, including its famous squares. The food, and the respectable quantities of it, receive fulsome praise from reviewers, as do the tour guides, who travelers describe as personable and insightful.

The excursion starts daily at noon. Alcoholic beverages are not included in the ticket fee. Southern Flavors Savannah also conducts a tour focused exclusively on desserts as well as a haunted pub crawl.

Savannah Bike Tours – Pedal Through History Bike Tour

Price: Adults from $45; kids from $25 Duration: 2 hours

Savannah Bike Tours offers cycling trips that take visitors to some of the city's most popular attractions. During the 3-mile ride, travelers pass by several of Savannah's famous squares, Forsyth Park, the Savannah River waterfront, important places to the Girl Scouts and sites that have been featured in well-known movies. According to visitors, the bike tour allows you to cover more ground than a walking tour and includes insider tips from the local guides.

Tours are offered daily at 9 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.; an additional 6 p.m. tour is generally offered on Friday and Saturday. Tickets include the use of bikes with baskets and bottled water. Helmets, which are optional for adults, but mandatory for children, are also available. Electric bike tours and ghost-themed bike tours are also available.

Bonaventure Cemetery Tours

Price: From $30 Duration: 2 hours

Along this walking tour, you'll wander through Bonaventure Cemetery's 100-plus acres with a storytelling guide. You'll not only hear stories of the grounds, but also see where famous individuals are buried, such as Johnny Mercer, Conrad Aiken and more. Travelers call guides informative and loved their stories.

Tours run daily at 10 a.m.; an additional 8 a.m. or 2 p.m. tour is added to the calendar depending on the season.

Noble Jones – Savannah Saunter

Price: Adults from $30; kids from $23 Duration: 2 hours

For a crash course in Savannah history, consider this walking tour led by Noble Jones. As you stroll past top sights like Forsyth Park and River Street, you'll learn about the city's Colonial and Civil War history, as well as its modern-day renaissance. You'll also learn about the city's architecture, a highlight for travelers. Tourgoers also rave about the guides, who they describe as personable and well-versed in Savannah history.

Savannah Saunter tours are available daily in the morning and afternoon (generally 9:30 or 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.). History buffs may also be interested in the company's Civil War walking tour, which offers a more in-depth look at Savannah's role before, during and after the war.

Explore Savannah – Heart of Savannah - 2hr Walking Tour

Price: Adults from $30; kids from $15 Duration: 2 hours

Hear stories about Savannah's founding, its reputation as one of the most haunted cities in America and its connection to the Girl Scouts on this walk. Tours begin at Wright Square and end at Forsyth Park. Travelers are impressed with the tour's pace and the guides, who they say personalize the experience for each group and encourage questions. Some reviewers say this walking tour offers a better history lesson than the city's popular trolley tours.

Tours are offered twice a day at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Reservations are required. Explore Savannah also operates private walking tours.

Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure

Price: Adults from $28; kids from $5 Duration: 1.5 hours

When you need a break from Savannah's historic squares and ghost stories, consider heading to Tybee Island for a cruise with Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure. On this ride, you'll cruise around the coastal waters of the barrier island passing historic lighthouses and Fort Pulaski National Monument while dolphins play in the boat's wake. Reviewers praise the adept captain and crew, and report seeing an abundance of dolphins. Many travelers say this is a great, family-friendly activity.

Tour times vary by month; there is usually at least one morning departure and one afternoon departure. Boats depart from Tybee Island, about 15 miles east of River Street. Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure also offers a sunset tour, in addition to private tours.

Hearse Ghost Tours – Public Hearse Ghost Tour

Price: From $35 Duration: 75 minutes

Ride around Savannah's Historic District in a convertible hearse on this ghost tour. Each hearse, which was used by real funeral parlors for more than 1,000 funerals, can hold a maximum of eight passengers. As you ride around town, your guide will regale you with tales about Savannah's paranormal activity and the stories behind the famous ghosts that supposedly haunt its streets. Reviewers applaud the entertaining guides and call the experience unique. Though it is a ghost tour, travelers say the guides manage to incorporate a fair amount of levity in their storytelling.

Tour times vary by month; the company usually runs at least two tours a night, starting as early as 5 p.m. Private tours are also available.

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Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Service , including to monitor the usage of our Service.
• To manage Your Account:  to manage Your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data You provide can give You access to different functionalities of the Service that are available to You as a registered user.
• For the performance of a contract:  the development, compliance and undertaking of the purchase contract for the products, items or services You have purchased or of any other contract with Us through the Service.
• To contact You:  To contact You by email, telephone calls, SMS, or other equivalent forms of electronic communication, such as a mobile application’s push notifications regarding updates or informative communications related to the functionalities, products or contracted services, including the security updates, when necessary or reasonable for their implementation.
• To provide You  with news, special offers and general information about other goods, services and events which we offer that are similar to those that you have already purchased or enquired about unless You have opted not to receive such information.
• To manage Your requests:  To attend and manage Your requests to Us.

We may share your personal information in the following situations:

• With Service Providers:  We may share Your personal information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service, to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service, for payment processing, to contact You.
• For Business transfers:  We may share or transfer Your personal information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of Company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business to another company.
• With Affiliates:  We may share Your information with Our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to honor this Privacy Policy. Affiliates include Our parent company and any other subsidiaries, joint venture partners or other companies that We control or that are under common control with Us.
• With Business partners:  We may share Your information with Our business partners to offer You certain products, services or promotions.
• With other users:  when You share personal information or otherwise interact in the public areas with other users, such information may be viewed by all users and may be publicly distributed outside. If You interact with other users or register through a Third-Party Social Media Service, Your contacts on the Third-Party Social Media Service may see Your name, profile, pictures and description of Your activity. Similarly, other users will be able to view descriptions of Your activity, communicate with You and view Your profile.

Retention of Your Personal Data

The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information, including Personal Data, is processed at the Company’s operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ than those from Your jurisdiction.

Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer.

The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before Your Personal Data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

Law enforcement Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose Your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).

Other legal requirements The Company may disclose Your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with a legal obligation
• Protect and defend the rights or property of the Company
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
• Protect the personal safety of Users of the Service or the public
• Protect against legal liability

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data

Service Providers have access to Your Personal Data only to perform their tasks on Our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Analytics We may use third-party Service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service.

• Google Analytics Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network. You can opt-out of having made your activity on the Service available to Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. The add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about visits activity. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies. google .com/privacy?hl=en .

Email Marketing We may use Your Personal Data to contact You with newsletters, marketing or promotional materials, and other information that may be of interest to You. You may opt-out of receiving any, or all, of these communications from Us by following the unsubscribe link or instructions provided in any email We send or by contacting Us.

Behavioral Remarketing The Company uses remarketing services to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service. We and Our third-party vendors use cookies to inform, optimize, and serve ads based on Your past visits to our Service.

• Google Ads (AdWords) Google Ads (AdWords) remarketing service is provided by Google Inc. You can opt-out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customize the Google Display Network ads by visiting the Google Ads Settings page:  http://www.google.com/settings/ads . Google also recommends installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on –  https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout  – for your web browser. Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provides visitors with the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en .
• Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) Remarketing Bing Ads remarketing service is provided by Microsoft Inc. You can opt-out of Bing Ads interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://advertise.bingads.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/policies/personalized-ads . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Microsoft by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/PrivacyStatement .
• Twitter Twitter remarketing service is provided by Twitter Inc. You can opt-out from Twitter’s interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://support.twitter.com/articles/20170405 . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Twitter by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://twitter.com/privacy .
• Facebook Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc. You can learn more about interest-based advertising from Facebook by visiting this page:  https://www.facebook.com/help /1649686938 37950 . To opt-out from Facebook’s interest-based ads, follow these instructions from Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/help /5681374933 02217 . Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioural Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance. You can also opt-out from Facebook and other participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA  http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ , the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada in Canada  http://youradchoices.ca/  or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance in Europe  http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ , or opt-out using your mobile device settings. For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook’s Data Policy:  https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation .
• AdRoll AdRoll remarketing service is provided by Semantic Sugar, Inc. You can opt-out of AdRoll remarketing by visiting this AdRoll Advertising Preferences web page:  http://info.evidon.com/pub_info/573?v=1&nt=1&nw=false . For more information on the privacy practices of AdRoll, please visit the AdRoll Privacy Policy web page:  http://www.adroll.com/about/privacy
• Perfect Audience Perfect Audience remarketing service is provided by NowSpots Inc. You can opt-out of Perfect Audience remarketing by visiting these pages: Platform Opt-out (http://pixel.prfct.co/coo) and Partner Opt-out (http://ib.adnxs.com/optout). For more information on the privacy practices of Perfect Audience, please visit the Perfect Audience Privacy Policy & Opt-out web page:  https://www.perfectaudience.com/privacy/index.html .

We may provide paid products and/or services within the Service. In that case, we may use third-party services for payment processing (e.g. payment processors).

We will not store or collect Your payment card details. That information is provided directly to Our third-party payment processors whose use of Your personal information is governed by their Privacy Policy. These payment processors adhere to the standards set by PCI-DSS as managed by the PCI Security Standards Council, which is a joint effort of brands like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. PCI-DSS requirements help ensure the secure handling of payment information.

• Stripe Their Privacy Policy can be viewed at  https://stripe.com/us/privacy .

When You use Our Service to pay for a product and/or service via bank transfer, We may ask You to provide information to facilitate this transaction and to verify Your identity.

GDPR Privacy

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data under GDPR We may process Personal Data under the following conditions:

• Consent:  You have given Your consent for processing Personal Data for one or more specific purposes.
• Performance of a contract:  Provision of Personal Data is necessary for the performance of an agreement with You and/or for any pre-contractual obligations thereof.
• Legal obligations:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which the Company is subject.
• Vital interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary in order to protect Your vital interests or of another natural person.
• Public interests:  Processing Personal Data is related to a task that is carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the Company.
• Legitimate interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Company.

In any case, the Company will gladly help to clarify the specific legal basis that applies to the processing, and in particular whether the provision of Personal Data is a statutory or contractual requirement, or a requirement necessary to enter into a contract.

Your Rights under the GDPR The Company undertakes to respect the confidentiality of Your Personal Data and to guarantee You can exercise Your rights.

You have the right under this Privacy Policy, and by law, if You are within the EU, to:

• Request access to Your Personal Data.   The right to access, update, or delete the information We have on You. Whenever made possible, you can access, update, or request the deletion of Your Personal Data directly within Your account settings section. If you are unable to perform these actions yourself, please contact Us to assist You. This also enables You to receive a copy of the Personal Data We hold about You.
• Request correction of the Personal Data that We hold about You.   You have the right to have any incomplete or inaccurate information We hold about You corrected.
• Object to processing of Your Personal Data.   This right exists where We are relying on legitimate interest as the legal basis for Our processing and there is something about Your particular situation, which makes You want to object to our processing of Your Personal Data on this ground. You also have the right to object where We are processing Your Personal Data for direct marketing purposes.
• Request erasure of Your Personal Data.   You have the right to ask Us to delete or remove Personal Data when there is no good reason for Us to continue processing it.
• Request the transfer of Your Personal Data.   We will provide to You, or to a third-party You have chosen, Your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. Please note that this right only applies to automated information which You initially provided consent for Us to use or where We used the information to perform a contract with You.
• Withdraw Your consent.   You have the right to withdraw Your consent on using your Personal Data. If You withdraw Your consent, We may not be able to provide You with access to certain specific functionalities of the Service.

Exercising of Your GDPR Data Protection Rights You may exercise Your rights of access, rectification, cancellation, and opposition by contacting Us. Please note that we may ask You to verify Your identity before responding to such requests. If You make a request, We will try our best to respond to You as soon as possible.

You have the right to complain to a Data Protection Authority about Our collection and use of Your Personal Data. For more information, if You are in the European Economic Area (EEA), please contact Your local data protection authority in the EEA.

Facebook Fan Page

Data Controller for the Facebook Fan Page The Company is the Data Controller of Your Personal Data collected while using the Service. As the operator of our Facebook Fan Page, the Company and the operator of the social network Facebook are Joint Controllers.

The Company has entered into agreements with Facebook that define the terms for use of the Facebook Fan Page, among other things. These terms are mostly based on the Facebook Terms of Service:  https://www.facebook.com/terms.php .

Visit the Facebook Privacy Policy  https://www.facebook.com/policy.php  for more information about how Facebook manages Personal data or contact Facebook online, or by mail: Facebook, Inc. ATTN, Privacy Operations, 1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States.

Facebook Insights We use the Facebook Insights function in connection with the operation of the Facebook Fan Page and on the basis of the GDPR, in order to obtain anonymized statistical data about Our users.

For this purpose, Facebook places a Cookie on the device of the user visiting Our Facebook Fan Page. Each Cookie contains a unique identifier code and remains active for a period of two years, except when it is deleted before the end of this period.

Facebook receives, records and processes the information stored in the Cookie, especially when the user visits the Facebook services, services that are provided by other members of the Facebook Fan Page and services by other companies that use Facebook services.

For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook Privacy Policy here:  https://www.facebook.com/full_data_use_policy .

CCPA Privacy

Your Rights under the CCPA Under this Privacy Policy, and by law if You are a resident of California, You have the following rights:

• The right to notice.   You must be properly notified which categories of Personal Data are being collected and the purposes for which the Personal Data is being used.
• The right to access / the right to request.   The CCPA permits You to request and obtain from the Company information regarding the disclosure of Your Personal Data that has been collected in the past 12 months by the Company or its subsidiaries to a third-party for the third party’s direct marketing purposes.
• The right to say no to the sale of Personal Data.   You also have the right to ask the Company not to sell Your Personal Data to third parties. You can submit such a request by visiting our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” section or web page.
• The categories of Personal Data collected
• The sources from which the Personal Data was collected
• The business or commercial purpose for collecting or selling the Personal Data
• Categories of third parties with whom We share Personal Data
• The specific pieces of Personal Data we collected about You
• The right to delete Personal Data.   You also have the right to request the deletion of Your Personal Data that has been collected in the past 12 months.
• Denying goods or services to You
• Charging different prices or rates for goods or services, including the use of discounts or other benefits or imposing penalties
• Providing a different level or quality of goods or services to You
• Suggesting that You will receive a different price or rate for goods or services or a different level or quality of goods or services.

Exercising Your CCPA Data Protection Rights In order to exercise any of Your rights under the CCPA, and if you are a California resident, You can email or call us or visit our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” section or web page.

The Company will disclose and deliver the required information free of charge within 45 days of receiving Your verifiable request. The time period to provide the required information may be extended once by an additional 45 days when reasonably necessary and with prior notice.

Do Not Sell My Personal Information

We do not sell personal information. However, the Service Providers we partner with (for example, our advertising partners) may use technology on the Service that “sells” personal information as defined by the CCPA law.

If you wish to opt out of the use of your personal information for interest-based advertising purposes and these potential sales as defined under CCPA law, you may do so by following the instructions below.

Please note that any opt-out is specific to the browser You use. You may need to opt-out on every browser that you use.

Website You can opt-out of receiving ads that are personalized as served by our Service Providers by following our instructions presented on the Service:

• From their “Cookie Consent” notice banner
• Or from their “CCPA Opt-out” notice banner
• Or from their “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” notice banner
• Or from their “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link

The opt out will place a cookie on Your computer that is unique to the browser You use to opt out. If you change browsers or delete the cookies saved by your browser, you will need to opt out again.

Mobile Devices Your mobile device may give you the ability to opt out of the use of information about the apps you use in order to serve you ads that are targeted to your interests:

• “Opt out of Interest-Based Ads” or “Opt out of Ads Personalization” on Android devices
• “Limit Ad Tracking” on iOS devices

You can also stop the collection of location information from Your mobile device by changing the preferences on your mobile device.

“Do Not Track” Policy as Required by California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA)

Our Service does not respond to Do Not Track signals.

However, some third party websites do keep track of Your browsing activities. If You are visiting such websites, You can set Your preferences in Your web browser to inform websites that You do not want to be tracked. You can enable or disable DNT by visiting the preferences or settings page of Your web browser.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 13. If You are a parent or guardian and You are aware that Your child has provided Us with Personal Data, please contact Us. If We become aware that We have collected Personal Data from anyone under the age of 13 without verification of parental consent, We take steps to remove that information from Our servers.

Your California Privacy Rights (California’s Shine the Light law)

Under California Civil Code Section 1798 (California’s Shine the Light law), California residents with an established business relationship with us can request information once a year about sharing their Personal Data with third parties for the third parties’ direct marketing purposes.

If you’d like to request more information under the California Shine the Light law, You can contact Us using the contact information provided below.

California Privacy Rights for Minor Users (California Business and Professions Code Section 22581)

California Business and Professions Code section 22581 allows California residents under the age of 18 who are registered users of online sites, services, or applications to request and obtain removal of content or information they have publicly posted.

To request removal of such data, and if you are a California resident, You can contact Us using the contact information provided below, and include the email address associated with Your account.

Be aware that Your request does not guarantee complete or comprehensive removal of content or information posted online and that the law may not permit or require removal in certain circumstances.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to other websites that are not operated by Us. If You click on a third party link, You will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise You to review the Privacy Policy of every site You visit.

We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies or practices of any third party sites or services.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify You of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

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Sorting, ranking, and search results

Cool Savannah wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through Cool Savannah over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.

Accessibility

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Cool Savannah Accessibility Statement

Accessibility Statement

• coolsavannah.com
• September 15, 2024

Compliance status

Screen-reader and keyboard navigation.

• Screen-reader optimization: we run a background process that learns the website’s components from top to bottom, to ensure ongoing compliance even when updating the website. In this process, we provide screen-readers with meaningful data using the ARIA set of attributes. For example, we provide accurate form labels; descriptions for actionable icons (social media icons, search icons, cart icons, etc.); validation guidance for form inputs; element roles such as buttons, menus, modal dialogues (popups), and others. Additionally, the background process scans all of the website’s images and provides an accurate and meaningful image-object-recognition-based description as an ALT (alternate text) tag for images that are not described. It will also extract texts that are embedded within the image, using an OCR (optical character recognition) technology. To turn on screen-reader adjustments at any time, users need only to press the Alt+1 keyboard combination. Screen-reader users also get automatic announcements to turn the Screen-reader mode on as soon as they enter the website.These adjustments are compatible with all popular screen readers, including JAWS and NVDA.
• Keyboard navigation optimization: The background process also adjusts the website’s HTML, and adds various behaviors using JavaScript code to make the website operable by the keyboard. This includes the ability to navigate the website using the Tab and Shift+Tab keys, operate dropdowns with the arrow keys, close them with Esc, trigger buttons and links using the Enter key, navigate between radio and checkbox elements using the arrow keys, and fill them in with the Spacebar or Enter key.Additionally, keyboard users will find quick-navigation and content-skip menus, available at any time by clicking Alt+1, or as the first elements of the site while navigating with the keyboard. The background process also handles triggered popups by moving the keyboard focus towards them as soon as they appear, and not allow the focus drift outside of it.Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus), “H” (headings), “F” (forms), “B” (buttons), and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements.

Disability profiles supported in our website

• Epilepsy Safe Mode: this profile enables people with epilepsy to use the website safely by eliminating the risk of seizures that result from flashing or blinking animations and risky color combinations.
• Visually Impaired Mode: this mode adjusts the website for the convenience of users with visual impairments such as Degrading Eyesight, Tunnel Vision, Cataract, Glaucoma, and others.
• Cognitive Disability Mode: this mode provides different assistive options to help users with cognitive impairments such as Dyslexia, Autism, CVA, and others, to focus on the essential elements of the website more easily.
• ADHD Friendly Mode: this mode helps users with ADHD and Neurodevelopmental disorders to read, browse, and focus on the main website elements more easily while significantly reducing distractions.
• Blindness Mode: this mode configures the website to be compatible with screen-readers such as JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and TalkBack. A screen-reader is software for blind users that is installed on a computer and smartphone, and websites must be compatible with it.
• Keyboard Navigation Profile (Motor-Impaired): this profile enables motor-impaired persons to operate the website using the keyboard Tab, Shift+Tab, and the Enter keys. Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus), “H” (headings), “F” (forms), “B” (buttons), and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements.

Additional UI, design, and readability adjustments

• Font adjustments – users, can increase and decrease its size, change its family (type), adjust the spacing, alignment, line height, and more.
• Color adjustments – users can select various color contrast profiles such as light, dark, inverted, and monochrome. Additionally, users can swap color schemes of titles, texts, and backgrounds, with over 7 different coloring options.
• Animations – epileptic users can stop all running animations with the click of a button. Animations controlled by the interface include videos, GIFs, and CSS flashing transitions.
• Content highlighting – users can choose to emphasize important elements such as links and titles. They can also choose to highlight focused or hovered elements only.
• Audio muting – users with hearing devices may experience headaches or other issues due to automatic audio playing. This option lets users mute the entire website instantly.
• Cognitive disorders – we utilize a search engine that is linked to Wikipedia and Wiktionary, allowing people with cognitive disorders to decipher meanings of phrases, initials, slang, and others.
• Additional functions – we provide users the option to change cursor color and size, use a printing mode, enable a virtual keyboard, and many other functions.

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Savannah First-Timer's Guide

Plan the Perfect Trip to Savannah

Old Savannah Trolley Tours 1-Day Itinerary

• ITINERARIES , PLANNING , THINGS TO DO
• 11 Comments
• by Erin Clarkson

If you have only one day in the city and want to hit as many of the high points as possible, my Old Savannah Trolley Tours itinerary is the way to go!

You won’t need a car at all — you’ll just use the Hop-On/Hop-Off trolley to get around.

I’ve included my favorite suggested stopping points along the route for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts (of course)! I’ve also noted a few tours you might want to try.

Finally, I’ve made note of any reservations you’ll need to make in advance.

Note: This guide contains affiliate links to my trusted travel partners.

If you’re new around here, first of all… welcome . Thanks for stopping by!

My name is Erin, and I authored the Savannah First-Timer’s Guide . It’s a helpful ebook that contains all of my top tips about Savannah.

Trip Planning: Before You Go

If it wasn’t obvious by the title, I’ve based this itinerary on the Old Savannah Tours Hop-On/Hop-Off trolley .

It’s the one I recommend most since I always try to promote locally-owned businesses. They’ve been voted Best Trolley Tour in Savannah every year since 2003!

Technically you can do this itinerary using Old Savannah Tours Hop-On/Hop-Off trolley or Old Town Trolley’s Hop-On/Hop-Off option.

The stop numbers vary between the two, but otherwise they’re very similar!

NOTE: If you’re trying to decide which trolley tour would work best for you, my Savannah trolley tours review post includes a map and in-depth comparison chart of all the options.

Step 01: Purchase Your Trolley Tickets

• Purchase Old Savannah Tours Hop-On/Hop-Off Tickets
• Purchase Old Town Trolley Hop On/Hop-Off Tickets

Step 02: Research Restaurant Menus

There are a few restaurants along the trolley route that I recommend. I’ve linked to each one so you can check out the menus in advance to see which look the most appealing.

• Breakfast: Collins Quarter Cafe at Forsyth Park , Clary’s Cafe , Mirabelle Cafe , or J. Christopher’s
• Lunch: Vinnie Van Go Go’s or The Pirates’ House
• Dinner: Vic’s on the River

My personal favorites are Clary’s Cafe (locally-owned) or The Collins Quarter for breakfast and Vinnie Van Go Go’s (locally-owned) for lunch.

Related Post: A Local’s Guide to the Best Breakfast in Savannah’s Historic District

Step 03: What to Pack

On the day of your trip, bring a refillable bottled water, a pen for note-taking, and your camera.

Our rainy season peaks June through September, so you might also want to bring a travel rain poncho those months. They’re lighter and easier to carry than an umbrella.

Trolley Tour Parking

If you’re driving into Savannah and need to park your car, you can park for free in one of the lots owned by the trolley tour company you selected.

Each company owns two lots, and all of the lots are within an approximate 5-minute walk to the trolley departing point.

Old Savannah Tours Parking – Their larger lot is at 215 W Boundary Street – Their smaller (but closer) lot is at 255 Montgomery Street

Old Town Trolley Parking – 234 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (closest lot) – 214 W Boundary Street

If the trolley company lots are full or if you have mobility issues and want to park as close to the starting point as possible, then I suggest parking at the Savannah Visitor Center.

Parking at the Visitor Center is free the first hour and $1/hr thereafter.

Savannah Visitor Center – 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Related Reading: Everything You Need to Know About Parking in Savannah

Old Savannah Trolley Tours Itinerary

Let’s plan your day.

Stop #1 (Starting Point): Savannah Visitor Center

The trolleys depart from the Savannah Visitor Center. If your hotel isn’t close to the Visitor Center, Old Savannah Trolley Tour company will send a shuttle to pick you up at no additional cost.

There are restrooms inside the Visitor Center, so you might want to take advantage of them before you depart.

If you forgot to bring a water bottle, you can purchase one inside.

Don’t worry too much about breakfast, because you can stop to eat within the first 30 minutes or so of this tour.

NOTE: If you’re a big Forrest Gump fan, the Savannah History Museum is located inside the Visitor Center. It’s where the famous Forrest Gump bench is located.

Breakfast & Non-Stop Trolley Ride

First things first, you’re going to relax and ride the trolley all the way around so you’ll get a good overview of the city and its history. You’ll only hop off for breakfast.

Use your pen to make notations on the map of any landmarks that look interesting to you!

Depending on which menu you liked best, you’re going to hop off at Stop 4, 5 or 6 to get some food in your belly!

Here are your breakfast options:

• Stop # 4: Collins Café at Forsyth Park – The setting is beautiful — right in the center of Forsyth Park — and the food and coffee are delish. You can’t go wrong with the Raspberry French Toast and a hot latte or refreshing strawberry mimosa.
• Stop #5: Clary’s Café – This is such a classic Savannah spot! It was featured in the movie Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil , so there are photos of the cast and crew hanging along the back wall. It’s a no-frills kind of place, but the staff is friendly, and you’ll get a very hearty breakfast. FYI: This is my favorite option!
• Stop #6: Mirabelle Café – This adorable Parisian-style café has a perfect view of the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist. You absolutely can’t go wrong with any of the waffle options!
• Stop #6: J. Christopher – This is a nice all-around spot if you’re traveling with picky eaters. There’s something for everyone here! Service is usually quick, so it’s also a good option if you’re traveling with a large group of people.

After breakfast, hop back on the trolley and listen as the guide provides an overview of Savannah’s history. If you opt for Old Savannah Tours, a few characters will hop on the trolley to help bring history to life!

Related Reading: The Best Restaurants in Savannah, According to a Local

Savannah Visitor Center Break

After you’ve done the entire loop once, hop off at the Visitor Center for a little break.

This is a good time to “check out the restrooms” as my mom likes to say or to pick up brochures for some of the attractions that looked interesting to you.

Afternoon Hop-Off Trolley Ride

The second time around, you’re going to exit at any of the stops that looked appealing to you.

You’ll essentially create your own itinerary from the notes you made on your map, but I’m going to provide some suggestions to help out!

Stop #2: Chippewa Square – Hop OFF & Back ON

I adore this square and think it’s a good place to hop off.

Chippewa Square is known as the “Forrest Gump square”, since it’s where his famous bench scenes were filmed.

The bench was just a movie prop, so you won’t actually see it in the square (although there are plenty of other benches scattered about), but the square is very beautiful and so are the surrounding buildings.

📸 Photo Opportunities: My top suggestions include The Historic Savannah Theatre, Independence Presbyterian Church (also of Forrest Gump fame — the feather blew past it in the opening scene of the movie), and the haunted Foley House Inn. There are two beautiful homes on the square that you might also want to photograph.

Stop #3: Madison Square – Hop OFF & Back ON

Architecture fanatics should hop off at this stop to see the stunning Scottish Rite Building.

It’s not open for touring, but the street level is currently home to SCAD’s Gryphon restaurant.

The restaurant is a cozy place to stop for tea or a light lunch on a rainy day.

Another compelling reason to hop off is to venture inside adorable E.Shaver, Booksellers.

It’s one of my favorite bookstores in Savannah! It’s a great place to pick up local souvenirs or to visit with the cats that freely roam about the store.

If you’re a history buff (Civil War-era), make note that the Green-Meldrim House is where General Sherman was headquartered when he stayed in Savannah.

🎁 Souvenir Opportunities: Consider purchasing something by a local author at E. Shaver, Bookseller. My current favorite book by a Savannahian is “Sketching Savannah” by Ivan Chow.

📸 Photo Opportunities : The top photo opportunities at this stop include the stunning Scottish Rite Building, the charming E. Shaver Booksellers, the haunted Sorrel Weed House, and the historic Green-Meldrim House.

Stop #4: Forsyth Park – Hop OFF and Walk

Hop off here to see the famous Forsyth Fountain — one of the most classic photo locations in Savannah.

If you want to take a stroll, the homes on the Whitaker and Gaston sides of the street are prettiest.

My advice is NOT to hop back on the trolley when you finish at Forsyth Park, but to instead walk directly north on Bull Street.

You’ll pass an impressive white house at the north end of the park — that’s the Armstrong-Kessler Mansion.

You’re probably going to want to snap a selfie in front of it since it was in the movie “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.”

Keep walking straight for one block and you’ll run into Monterey Square , which is one of my all-time favorite squares in Savannah. So many incredible homes and landmarks surround this square!

From there, stroll down Taylor Street two blocks east to Taylor Square (formerly known as Calhoun Square), where you’ll hop back on the trolley.

You’ll pass some beautiful homes on the way.

🎁 Souvenir Opportunity: V&J Duncan Maps and Antiques is a true hidden gem and a great place to purchase locally-authored books and unique maps.

🏠 Tour Opportunity: The Mercer Williams House is available for touring.

📸 Photo Opportunities: The stunning Alex Raskin Antiques building, which is one of the oldest unrestored mansions remaining in Savannah; Congregation Mickve Israel, the third oldest Jewish synagogue in the country; and the Mercer Williams House, which was also made famous by Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil .

Stop #5: Taylor Square – Hop Back ON

Massie Heritage Center is the main draw at this stop. Venture inside if you want…they have a cool 3D model of the Historic District.

There’s also a beautifully restored home located at 432 Abercorn Street that’s so pretty you might want a picture of it.

You’d probably never guess by looking at it, but some people think it’s one of the most haunted homes in Savannah !

Taylor Square itself is also considered haunted, since it’s reportedly the site of a mass slave burial ground.

Historic Wesley Monumental Church, established in 1868, also sits on this square.

It’s a fairly boring stop, so I don’t recommend spending too much time here. Hop back on the trolley at this location to head to the next one!

📸 Photo Opportunities: Taylor Square and Wesley Monumental Church, plus a few of the surrounding homes

Stop #6: The Cathedral of St. John – Hop OFF & Back ON

The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist is one of the most incredible sights in all of Savannah.

Definitely go inside, since the interior is breathtaking and very photo-worthy.

There’s no cost to enter, but you’re welcome to leave a few dollars at the donation station by the door.

Donations help with the maintenance of the building…and that lovely air conditioning you’ll enjoy while inside.

If you’re not running low on time, walk across Liberty Street to see historic (and haunted!) Colonial Park Cemetery .

It’s filled with historic gravesites from duels, wars, and the Great Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1820.

Head back to the Cathedral to hop back on the trolley after you’ve seen the cemetery.

📸 Photo Opportunities: The interior and exterior of Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist, and the east wall of Colonial Park Cemetery

Stop #7: The Pirates House – Lunch Option

This is the first lunch option out of two spots, so if you’re getting hungry you might want to hop off and grab a bite to eat at their buffet.

The She Crab Soup and the Pecan Crusted Fried Chicken are two of their most popular dishes.

Both are on the buffet, but you’ll have to request the honey pecan sauce for the chicken from one of the servers. (Insider tip: This dish is better for when you order it as your entire meal [only available on the dinner menu] vs. ordering from the buffet!)

The Herb House portion of the Pirates’ House was constructed in 1734, so it’s one of the oldest still-standing structures in the state of Georgia.

And yes, the building is aptly named since actual pirates used to hang out there.

If you aren’t hungry, you can take photos of the building from the trolley and head on the next stop.

Stop #8: Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters

While I absolutely love the work that has gone into restoring this home and consider it one of the top tours in Savannah, they have a frustrating check-in process and it’s rather difficult to fit it in if you only have one day in Savannah.

For that reason, I suggest staying on board and photographing it from the trolley.

If you’re ever in town for a longer period of time, definitely include this as a “must-see” on your list!

It’s actually one of the top ten tours I recommend in Savannah in my Savannah First-Timer’s Guide .

Stop #9: Telfair Museum

Unless you’re an avid art lover, this is yet another stop where you can photograph the buildings and adjacent square from inside the trolley.

Stop #10: City Market – Lunch Option – Hop OFF

By now I imagine you’re probably getting pretty hungry.

I suggest hopping off at this stop to grab a slice of Vinnie Van Go Go’s pizza. The price is right at less than $5 for a giant slice.

Be sure to request extra crispy crust!

If Vinnie’s has too long of a wait (it’s very popular), you can opt for a fancier meal at Belford’s or walk over to Little Duck Diner — an adorable retro diner at the corner of Barnard and W. Saint Julian Street.

While you’re in City Market , stroll around and check out some of the talented artists in their studios.

Be sure to sample the sweets at Byrd Cookie Co. and Savannah Candy Kitchen!

You’ll be back in this area for Stop #16, so wait to make your purchases then. (That way you won’t have to lug items around with you.)

Tour Opportunities: One of my favorite tours in Savannah is the First African Baptist Church tour (also a “top ten” in my ebook). The church is located just west of City Market and Franklin Square. If you have the time, I highly suggest it! Tours are Wed-Sat at 3 pm only. Plan to spend an hour and a half inside. Another really fun tour to try in this area is American Prohibition Museum . I suggest purchasing tickets in advance.

Related Reading: City Market Savannah: What to See and What to Skip!

Stop #11: Reynolds Square

The Olde Pink House restaurant is the main attraction at this stop.

It’s an iconic restaurant in Savannah and so popular that you need to make reservations months in advance.

Take photos from the trolley or hop off to get better shots. There’s a tavern in the basement if you’re in the mood for drinks!

If you’re craving dessert and don’t mind standing in ridiculously long line to get it, stroll one block south to Broughton Street to enjoy some Leopold’s Ice Cream.

📸 Photo Opportunities: The Olde Pink House Restaurant, Lucas Theatre, and the Leopold’s Ice Cream sign with the SCAD sign in the background.

Stop #12: E Factors Walk

I’m a huge fan of Factors Walk, but in the interest of saving time I’m going to suggest you stay on the trolley here and hop off two stops later on West Factors Walk. There’s more to see on the west end.

Enjoy the scenery in this area as you make your way down towards River Street!

Stop #13: Market Landing – Hop OFF and Back ON (or walk!)

River Street is one of the most well-known streets in Savannah, so you’ll definitely want to hop off here!

The east end of River Street is the quieter and less crowded end of the street.

Head over to the Waving Girl Statue to take a photo of Florence Martus, who gained notoriety for waving at all the passing ships.

If you’re lucky, you might even spot a giant container ship coming into port while you’re there!

There’s an open-air marketplace where you can do more souvenir shopping, but nothing there particularly screams “Savannah” to me.

If you’re in the mood to stretch your feet, you can walk from this area along the riverfront to get to the next stop…or you can hop back on the trolley to ride to the next stop.

📸 Photo Opportunities: The Waving Girl Statue, River Street, and any giant container ships that happen to pass by

Stop #14: Cotton Exchange Building – Hop OFF

If you haven’t already read my post about Factors Walk , you should! There are so many unique things to see in this area.

The Old Cotton Exchange Building is the famous building that most people think of when they picture River Street, and the winged lion stands guard in front of it.

You can actually walk underneath the Cotton Exchange building to get to River Street, and I recommend doing so just to say you’ve done it!

When you get to River Street, you’ll see the Georgia Queen Riverboat (if it isn’t out on a cruise) and you’ll be near my favorite candy shop, River Street Sweets.

To get back to the trolley, walk up the ramp located next to Olympia Café (you’ll be walking towards the City Hall building with the gold dome at the top).

You might want a photo of the exterior of the cafe, since it was in the Joe Jonas movie, “Devotion.”

Once you round the corner of the ramp, you’ll see the unique Cluskey Vaults, which are worth exploring.

Be sure to look to your left and make note of Vic’s on the River, since it’s a potential dinner spot!

🎁 Souvenir Opportunity: River Street Sweets is the top seller of pralines in the world. I suggest sampling them while they’re warm, and then buy a half-dozen (or more!) to take home with you.

📸 Photo Opportunities: The Old Cotton Exchange Building, the Old City Exchange Bell, the winged lion statue, the Georgia Queen Steamboat, and the Cluskey Vaults

Stop #15: City Hall

There’s no need to hop off at this stop.

City Hall is a pretty building, but if you only have one day in the city you can certainly find better ways to spend your time.

Stop #16: Franklin Square

This is essentially the same stop as stop #10.

If you were smart and took my advice about not purchasing souvenirs to lug around earlier, now is the time to revisit City Market to purchase lots of sweet treats from Byrd Cookie Co. and Savannah Candy Kitchen.

After you’ve made your purchases, you can hop back on the trolley to head back to the Savannah Visitor Center and place your purchases in your car, OR you can walk a few blocks north to River Street to have dinner at Vic’s.

Just make note that if you plan to stay late, you’ll need to have your car out of the Visitor Center by 6 pm!

🎁 Souvenir Opportunity: Key Lime Coolers, Salted Caramel, and Georgia Peach cookies from Byrd Cookie Co. or pralines from Savannah Candy Kitchen

After the Trolley Tour: Dinner Options

I run a private Facebook group for people who are planning trips to Savannah, and Vic’s on the River is consistently one of the most popular restaurants mentioned in the group.

Sometimes it even gets higher marks than The Olde Pink House! Make note that it’s best to make reservations at least few days in advance.

If you still have energy to explore after dinner, you might want to stroll down to the Plant Riverside District . It’s the new development on the far west end of River Street.

Just look towards the Talmadge Bridge and you can’t miss it…you’ll see two giant smokestacks reaching towards the sky.

Whew, that was a pretty jam-packed itinerary, wasn’t it?

Hopefully you feel like you were able to fit a lot in and get a good overview of the city!

Savannah Travel Resources

If you had fun and want to plan a return trip, I’ve created some Savannah travel resources to help you out. Try these helpful blog posts…

• W hen is the Best Time to Visit Savannah ?
• Where to Stay in Savannah, GA

If you want to have all of my most helpful tips combined into one handy ebook, my Savannah First-Timer’s Guide is the easiest way to plan a future trip. You’ll get free updates for the life of the guide with your purchase!

Don’t Forget: If you’re reading this post to get inspiration for your trip, don’t forget to book your Hop-On/Hop-Off trolley ticket !

Do you have any questions for me about this Old Savannah Trolley Tours itinerary? If so, let me know in the comments below!

11 Comments on Old Savannah Trolley Tours 1-Day Itinerary

I’ve never been to Savannah, but your beautiful photos make me want to plan a trip there ASAP!

Awww, thank you! I love photography, and it’s a very photogenic city.

I love Savannah, and I love your guides. I am actually considering going back soon, and your site is AMAZING, gives me ideas and inspirations on how to visit it even better and more efficiently. Thank you!

That’s awesome. Happy to help! Fall is a great time to visit. We’re just about to head into peak hurricane season at the moment (late Aug to the end of September/early October).

I didn’t know much about Savannah, but this post made me put it on my to-visit list. Really love how the buildings look!

I want to come to Savannah on December 22 and stay through December 29. Are the stores open for Christmas Eve shopping? And the restaurants open for dining? Also I would assume everyone closes on Christmas Day which is Saturday this year, but by Monday, will stores and restaurants be open back up? Are the trolly and carriages available during these days?

Hi Vickie. This year might be a little different than most, due to the pandemic. We’ll have to see how things play out. But in a normal year, shops would be open on Christmas eve, and many restaurants would be open for dining. A select few restaurants are also open on Christmas day, but those are usually the ones attached to hotels. Try places like the 17Hundred90 Inn & Restaurant or some of the restaurants at the JW Marriott Plant Riverside. By that Monday, many businesses will reopen…unless pandemic restrictions tighten. The trolleys and the DOT shuttles run the majority of the year, but they might close down on Christmas day. It’s probably best to call them to verify. Even if they aren’t running, if you’re able to walk without too much trouble (I realize not everyone has those capabilities), the Historic District is very walkable and beautiful during the holiday season. You could spend Christmas day exploring places like Jones Street, Taylor Street, Charlton Street and some of the more residential areas, which look beautiful. Here’s a post about Christmas in Savannah: https://savannahfirsttimer.com/christmas-in-savannah/

Thank you for writing this post. I used it on Thursday for my one day in Savannah and it was so helpful. So glad I found it!

Awesome! I’m glad it was helpful 🙂

Erin, You are an extraordinary wealth of info and your pictures are great. We are going to Savannah in a few weeks and I am using your suggestions as the basis of our itinerary. What is your Facebook group? Many thanks!

Hi Mo! I’m glad the site has been helpful. You should be able to find the group by searching Savannah First-Timer on Facebook (there’s a FB page and a group).

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Cainan's personality was so enjoyable

We had the pleasure of having Cainan as our tour guide. He was very informative and lively. His personality was so enjoyable. We weren’t planning to ride the whole tour in one sitting, but Cainan was so entertaining we ended up riding the whole route with him.

Each conductor told a little different story as we traveled along

…I decided to write you directly and tell you how much we enjoyed our two day tour on your trolleys. Each conductor told a little different story as we traveled along. That made the whole experience more interesting. Thank you and your staff for a wonderful experience for our first time in Savannah.

Old Town Trolley Tours

Tour length: 90 minutes.

9am to 5pm.

Tours depart approx. every 20 minutes.

Closed Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17.

Reservations are NOT needed or accepted.

All schedules are subject to change. Please call for the most current information:

(855) 245-8992

Tour times vary depending on the time of year.

Subject to availability. Tour departs nightly.

For more information, go to Ghosts & Gravestones schedule .

Reservations are required. Call  (855) 245-8992

For specific information, go to American Prohibition Museum schedule .

Guests of all ages are allowed in the museum during all operating hours, but photo ID is required at the door to receive a wristband for admittance to the Speakeasy.

Operating Times: Please see our calendar for available tour times .

Duration: 2 hours.

Reservations are required. Call 912-233-0083

See reservations for specific tour dates and times .

Duration: Approximately 90 minutes.

Reservations are required. Call (855) 245-8992.

Dates: November 29 – December 24, 2024. Tour length: 2 hours. Departs from: Old Town Trolley Depot at 250 MLK Junior Blvd.

Reservations are required. Check the reservations calendar for departure times.

What are the most popular stops on the Savannah tour route? + -

We take great pride in providing an itinerary that showcases all the great aspects of each city during our tours. The most popular stops on our Savannah tour include the American Prohibition Museum, the Davenport House Museum, Pirates House, Chippewa Square, River Street, and the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum.

How long is the Savannah tour route from start to finish? + -

Our Savannah tour is 9 miles long and is 90 minutes from start to finish, but our hop-on, hop-off tour is designed for you to hop off at any stop, explore a Savannah attraction or neighborhood, and hop back on when you are ready to resume your Savannah sightseeing experience.

Do I have to start at stop #1? + -

You may start your Old Town Trolley Tour at any of our convenient stops. Click on Map and Stops to see a list of our stops with information about the attractions and points of interest at each stop.

What neighborhoods does the tour visit? + -

The Savannah tour travels through the Historic District, the Victorian District, River Street, Bay Street, Ellis Square, and City Market.

Does the tour run on holidays and holiday weekends? + -

Our Savannah tours run 364 days per year (365 in leap years). We’re only closed on St. Patrick’s Day.

How often do tours run throughout the day? + -

Old Town Trolley Tours of Savannah operates the city’s largest fleet of sightseeing vehicles, and this allows us to pick up and drop off more frequently than any other trolley company. The frequency of the trolleys depends on the time of the year, traffic, and weather conditions.

How large is Savannah’s Historic District, and does Old Town Trolley cover it all? + -

Old Town Trolley Tours covers all 9 miles of Savannah’s Historic District and Victorian District.

Old Town Trolley Tours takes you through 22 historic squares, each with its own unique charm. These squares were designed in the 18th and 19th centuries and are home to many monuments, fountains, and beautiful landscaping. The trolley ride allows you to soak in the beauty of these squares while learning about their history and significance.

What historic Savannah homes will I see on the tour? + -

On our Savannah tour, you will see the Mercer-Williams House Museum, the Old Sorrel Weed House, the Harper Fowlkes House, the Green-Meldrim House and many more.

What can I do in Savannah in one day? + -

Savannah is a charming city with plenty to offer. From its iconic landmarks to its picturesque parks, Savannah is a destination that will leave you enchanted. Start your day by taking the Savannah Old Town Trolley Tour, which will take you on a comprehensive tour of the city. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the lively commentary as you pass by the city’s iconic landmarks, beautiful parks, and notable attractions. The tour includes stops at the city’s famous squares, including Chippewa and Telfair, and notable historic sites, such as the Mercer-Williams House Museum and Forsyth Park. The trolley operates on a hop-on, hop-off basis, so you can get off and explore the sites at your leisure.

What is the most beautiful part of Savannah? + -

Savannah has many beautiful parts that are worth exploring. From its picturesque streets to its grand gardens, there’s no shortage of beauty to behold.

First on our list is the largest and most popular public park in Savannah, Forsyth Park, a must-visit destination. The park is filled with stunning fountains, ancient oaks, and beautiful flowers. You can hop on the Old Town Trolley Tour, which will take you through the park. Allow yourself to enjoy its beauty and learn about its rich history.

Next up is Savannah’s Waterfront. Take a walk along the riverfront, and enjoy the sight of the cargo ships passing by while the refreshing breeze of the river cools you down. Or, hop on the Old Town Trolley Tour that takes you to River Street, where you will witness a breathtaking view of the Savannah River and the iconic Talmadge Memorial Bridge.

Another must-visit is Bonaventure Cemetery, a beautiful and serene place that offers a unique atmosphere that is not to be missed. The beautiful oak trees, the Spanish moss, and the elaborate headstones make the cemetery a photographer’s paradise. Old Town Trolley Tour takes you to the cemetery and allows you to explore its beauty while learning about the history and culture of the place.

Finally, the Victorian District is another beautiful part of Savannah that is worth visiting. The district is known for its historic homes, elegant architecture, and colorful gardens. The Old Town Trolley Tour takes you to the district and allows you to admire the stunning mansions and learn the history behind them.

How should I tour Rainbow Row? + -

This row of brightly colored houses is a popular tourist attraction and is often featured in Savannah’s postcards and promotional materials. However, with Rainbow Row being such a popular destination, finding the best way to experience it can be a challenge. Taking an Old Town Trolley Tour to visit Rainbow Row is the best way to experience the iconic Savannah landmark. Hitch a ride on the hop-on, hop-off trolleys for the best views, incredibly accessible history lessons, and insight into Savannah’s biggest attractions.

What is Savannah, Georgia best known for? + -

Savannah, Georgia, nestled in the southeastern portion of the U.S., is one of the most culturally rich and historically significant cities in the country. With its dynamic blend of art, literature and architecture, and with its history in the Revolutionary War, Civil War, and the Civil Rights Movement, there’s no doubt that Savannah is a stunning and lively city that has much to offer.

1. Historic District: One of Savannah’s top attractions is its Historic District, recognized as a National Historic Landmark, which encompasses more than 20 blocks downtown. You can see the stunning Forsyth Park, a world-renowned park that beautifully unites nature and the city. Savannah’s Historic District is also an excellent place to learn about American history, civil rights, slavery and more.

2. Art scene: From music to art installations, Savannah’s art scene has it all. The city’s incredibly rich history has inspired local artists, making Savannah a hub for artists all around the U.S. One of the must-see spots in Savannah for art lovers is the Savannah College of Art and Design, which is renowned all over the world. It’s a place for learning and appreciating art in all forms, and you’ll be able to experience different art pieces and installations that represent Savannah’s unique beauty and creative energy.

3. Culinary culture: Savannah is known for its unique culinary atmosphere, which is a mixture of southern hospitality and international flair. Southern charm is apparent in many of Savannah’s dishes, and there are a variety of highly rated restaurants that offer delicious southern cuisine! You might enjoy some of the best dishes, including fried chicken, BBQ pulled pork, jambalaya and much more. However, due to visitors from all over the world, it’s also possible to find unique international cuisine in Savannah, such as Mediterranean, French, and Asian cuisine.

4. The river: Another aspect that makes Savannah unique is the riverfront, where history and modernity unite harmoniously. The Savannah River is an excellent spot for individuals and families who want to experience a fun environment with endless food options and shopping opportunities. This area has 200 years of history, which adds to its warm sensibility, natural beauty and abundance of culture.

5. Forsyth Park: Forsyth Park is a Savannah landmark, and it’s a must-see for visitors to the city. The park contains the Forsyth Park Fountain, which has dominated the city’s parks since its erection in 1858. It was built in honor of John Forsyth, an accomplished Georgia governor and secretary of state, who served in both the Andrew Jackson and Martin Van Buren administrations.

What is the prettiest street to walk down in Savannah? + -

The main tourist street in Savannah is none other than River Street. It’s a bustling cobblestone street that runs parallel to the Savannah River, spanning for about a mile. This street is a hub of activity and a must-visit destination for tourists. There’s always something going on, whether it’s a street performer entertaining the crowds, a lively festival, or a boat tour. River Street is known for its beautiful historic buildings, which have been preserved since the city’s founding in 1733.

You’ll find a diverse range of shops, from high-end boutiques to charming souvenir stores. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a unique piece of jewelry or a Savannah t-shirt. If you’re feeling hungry, there are plenty of restaurants to choose from, offering everything from classic Southern comfort food to international cuisine. Make sure to try some of Savannah’s famous seafood dishes, such as shrimp and grits or fried catfish.

River Street is also home to some of Savannah’s most popular attractions, such as the interactive Savannah History Museum and riverboat cruises. You can take a short boat tour of the Savannah River to learn about the port’s history or take a dinner cruise or moonlit cruise at night. Walking along the street, you’ll also find street vendors selling fresh lemonade, handmade crafts and local art.

What is the prettiest street in Savannah? + -

One of the prettiest streets in Savannah is Jones Street, the epitome of southern grace and elegance. This charming street has been named the “Prettiest Street in America” by both Southern Living magazine and Holiday magazine. It’s located in the heart of the Historic District and is lined with beautiful historic homes, gorgeous trees with winding branches and quaint shops. The street is famous for its mix of Federal-, Italianate-, and Romanesque Revival-style homes built in the mid-19th century. No matter where you look, the street is graceful and stunning. It hasn’t changed much since it was founded, and it maintains its historical charm with its cobblestone street and moss-draped live oak trees.

Can you tour Savannah at night? + -

Savannah’s historic landmarks, winding lanes, and tragic past have led to countless ghost sightings and eerie happenings — all waiting for you to explore at nightfall. From famous crimes to Civil War battles and the Yellow Fever outbreaks of the late 1800s, our Ghosts & Gravestones tour guides will take you through the city’s most supernatural sites with hair-raising stories that will keep you on edge throughout the tour. You’ll zoom through the city, driving by popular haunted locations such as Colonial Park Cemetery, and stops at the Andrew Low House and Perkins & Sons Ship Chandlery. And, as night takes over, the darkness outside makes the experience feel more authentic with the silence accentuating each story’s ominous tone. Your eyes will strain as you stare outside in the hope of catching a glimpse of a ghostly apparition. Additionally, in Savannah, the city’s lampposts along the streets and the hanging moss swaying in the breeze will set your imagination into high gear as you imagine all sorts of ghostly happenings.

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From Bird Girl to Ghosts: 19 Top Things to Do in Savannah

In 1733, General Oglethorpe and his passengers landed at a high point along the river. Named after King George II of England, Georgia was the thirteenth colony, and Savannah was its first city and capital. Steeped in history with both battles from the Revolutionary War and the U.S. Civil War, visitors can tour historic homes. With history comes causalities, and Savannah is considered one of the most haunted cities in the U.S. While in town, take in the culinary delights, from Southern cuisine to seafood of the Gulf to Low Country favorites. Concentrated in the historic district of Savannah and easily walkable, here are the top things to do in Savannah.

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19 Top Things to Do in Savannah in 2 Days 

Walk by the 1st African Church

Wander through Franklin Square

Explore the city market, tour the american prohibition museum, meander through ellis square, shop along broughton street, take a savannah riverboat cruise, eat at vic’s on the river, get the chills on the ghosts and gravestone tour.

Have Brunch at Rhett

Visit the Telfair Academy

Explore the Jepson Center and the Children’s Art Museum

Take the Owens Thomas House and Slave Quarters Tour

Walk through the colonial park cemetery.

Eat at PInk 

See the Waving Girl Statue

Walk along the Riverfront

Day1: Walk by the 1st African Church

This is the first black Baptist congregation in North America and was organized in 1773. The church was built in 1859.

Located at 23 Montgomery St, Savannah.

Time to Spend: less than 1 hour

Closeby: Franklin Square

Savannah features 22 squares, or city parks, one is Franklin Square. Named after Benjamin Franklin who was an agent for Georgia in London.

It includes the Haitian Monument, dedicated to Haitian soldiers who fought in the American Revolution. Most squares offer towering trees and park benches.

Located on W. Bryan St., Montgomery St. and W. Congress St. Free to enter.

Closeby: The City Market

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Flanked by Franklin and Ellis Squares, this pedestrian area is home to boutiques, dining and even a museum. While strolling through, pop into any of its signature stops in the City Market, including the Byrd Cookie Company, Savannah’s Candy Kitchen and the Savannah Shoe Company.

This area also frequently offers live music, and there are numerous galleries. While at The City Market, tour the American Prohibition Museum. This area is the meeting spot for several tour companies.

Located at 219 W Bryan St, Savannah. Free to visit.

Time to Spend: 1 hour to 2 hours

Closeby: Ellis Square

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To be honest, I didn’t know what to expect in this museum. Upon entering, the exhibits were engaging, and they led me through the history of prohibition.

I learned about the groups that supported it, the groups that dodged it and the economic reasons it was repealed. For adults, it was an engaging history lesson. For kids, it will fall flat.

Located at 209 W. St. Julian St, Savannah Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m . Adult admission starts at $17.23 with demand pricing. Kids (4 to 12) start at $10.17.

Time to Spend: 2 hours

Ellis Square was one of the first squares laid out in Savannah, one of 22. Named after Sir Henry Ellis, he was an early governor of the colony of Georgia.

This original square was destroyed in the 1950s and turned into a parking garage. That came down and located underground and a new square opened in 2010.

Closeby: Broughton Street

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Running parallel to the Savannah River, Broughton Street is lined with boutiques. I recommend walking up some side of the side and down the other.

The Paris Market

This two-level shop is a treasure trove of unique finds from around the world. The Paris Market sells accessories like berets and ribbons. Also, find housewares, dinnerware and glassware, especially European brands and styles.

Located at 36 W Broughton St, Savannah. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Coffee Fox

It’s a cute coffee shop for a pick-me-up. It serves pour-over, iced and barista-made coffee drinks plus pastries.

102 W. Broughton St, Savannah. Open Monday to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Savannah Bee Company

Stop in and support the bees. Savannah Bee Company offers lots of varieties, like individual flower honey, along with flavored honey.

Located at 104 W Broughton St. Open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Savannah Seafood Shack

This quick-service restaurant is a must for a simple seafood lunch. During my visit, I ordered a seafood cone. Its low country boil, with shrimp, sausage, and corn on the cob, is another popular menu item.

Located at 116 E. Broughton St.   Open Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 9 p.m.

Leopold’s Ice Cream

Under its neon sign, there will probably be a line for this Savannah treat. Leopold’s Ice Cream. It offers gluten-free, vegan and ice cream treats made from a host of popular ice cream flavors.

Located at 212 E. Broughton St. Open Sunday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Gutstein Gallery and SCAD Exhibitions

The Savannah College of Art and Design was founded in 1978 and offers college degrees in the arts and design. Along Broughton Street, visitors will find its exhibition space and art sales gallery.

Located at 201 E. Broughton St.

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Float along the Savannah River on one of the two riverboats on a 1 1/2 narrated cruise. The 3:30 p.m. sightseeing cruise departs from the original location of the first landing of General Olglethrope on the riverfront.

Then the cruise heads up river under Eugene Talmadge Memorial Bridge to the Port of Savannah. On our trip we saw a large container ship heading out to sea.

The Savannah Riverboat Cruise heads further downriver past the Waving Girl statue, Florence Martus. The cruise continues to the tip of Hutchinson Island and Old Fort Jackson before circling around.

Departs from 9 East River Street. Several cruise options are available, like brunch, lunch, dinner and more. There is a paid bar on board with both air-conditioned and open-air seating. Prices start $36.95 for adults and kids (5 to 12) are $23.95.

Located in a 19th-century cotton warehouse, Vic’s on the River offers a blend of Southern favorites, Low Country classics and Gulf of Mexico seafood. Its expansive menu offers a wide selection of wines by the glass, beer and signature cocktails.

Guests will find Southern staples like Fried Green Tomatoes, Crawfish Beignets and Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes. Entrees include Shrimp and Grits, Pecan-Fried Flounder and Vic’s fried Chicken.

Located at 26 E Bay St., Savannah. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Reservations are recommended.

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Take a ghost tour while in Savannah. This town is one of the most haunted in the U.S.

The Ghosts and Gravestone Tour is an 80-minute guided tour on a trolley. During the ghostly introduction, we learned the different factors that lead to Savannah’s haunting, like servant abuse and nearby Civil War battlefields.

we headed to the Andrew Low House. For former Girl Scouts, this was the house of the Girl Scout Founder Juliet Gordon Low. The house has long been rumored to be haunted and we got to tour the house after dark.

After cruising by graveyards and haunted squares, we ended the tour at Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery. It is here that shiphands were abused.

It departs from 301 East River St. General admission starts at $37.56, and children under 6 aren’t allowed on evening departures. There are several tour options, and departures start at 6:40 p.m. and run until 9:40 p.m.

Day 2: Brunch at Rhett

Getaways are better when started with brunch. Rhett serves traditional brunch, like Eggs Benedict favorites. However, find entrees with a Southern twist, like Chicken and Waffles. And there’s a Bloody Mary bar.

Located in The Alida, 412 Williamson St., Savannah. Open daily for brunch from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.   Reservations are recommended for weekend brunch.

Time to Spend: 1 to 2 hours

What’s Closeby: JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

Inside the 1819 two-story, pale ochre Neo-Classical Regency-style mansion is a collection of 19th and 20th-century art. The museum features the Rotunda Gallery and a sculpture gallery.

On my visit, I saw Bird Girl by Sylvia Shaw Judson, made famous for its cover feature on the book,  Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil .

Telfair Academy features three separate locations: Telfair Academy, Jepson Center and Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters.

Located at 121 Barnard St., Savannah. Open Wednesday to Monday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adult admission for all three is $30, students are $20 and kids (to 12) are $10.

What’s Closeby: Jepson Center

Explore the  Jepson Center and the Children’s Art Museum

The Jepson Center is located in a modern building that opened in 2006. During my visit, it hosted a fascinating traveling exhibition. It offers exhibits focused on contemporary art and photography.

The newly opened Children’s Art Museum is an interactive space on three levels. It features art on the walls and engaging activities that encourage exploration.

Located at 207 W. York St., Savannah, Open Wednesday to Monday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is included in Telfair Academy.

What’s Closeby: Telfair Square

In a similar style to the Telfair Mansion, the Owens Thomas House offers a look into the lifestyle of the affluent in Savannah in the 19th century. Visitors will see the original furnishings and art as they learn about how the enslaved worked behind the scenes.

After touring the main house, the tour continues to the slave quarters behind the garden. The juxtaposition of the conditions helps to tell the story.

124 Abercorn St., Savannah. Open Wednesday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is included in Telfair Academy. The 45-minute tours are first-come, first-served and every 15 minutes.

What’s Closeby: Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum , founder of Girl Scouts

Established in 1750 when Savannah was the capital of British Georgia, this downtown cemetery stopped accepting burials in 1853. It became a city park about 40 years later.

As the oldest cemetery still instanct in Savannah, visitors can stroll through to see the old gravestones. Ghost tours frequent the Colonial Park Cemetery and it is rumored to be haunted.

Located at 200 Abercorn St., Savannah. Free to enter and open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Time to Spend: 1 hour

Dinner at Olde Pink House

This fabled restaurant is located in a mansion built in 1771. Rumored to be haunted, tour buses frequently circle the eatery.

Inside, diners can peruse a Southern menu with appetizers like Crab Cakes and Fried Green Tomatoes. Entrees include seafood options like Flounder and Fried Shimp along with Fried Chicken.

Located at 23 Abercorn St., Savannah. Open for lunch on Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Open daily for dinner from 5 to 10:30 p.m. (11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday).

Florence Martus would wave at ships approaching Savannah from 1887 to 1931, after looking for her long-lost love. Today a statue stands in her place.

Located at 508 E River St, Savannah.Free to Enjoy.

Walk along the Waterfront

Once home to longshoremen and warehouses, this area now offers a cobblestone street with lots of space for strolling. There are several parks with shopping, restaurants and pubs.

Located along W. River St. Free to Enjoy.

Take in the Night Lights from Myrtle and Rose Rooftop Bar

Savannah’s rooftop bars offer one of the best views in the city. See passing boats, and the night lights twinkle on. Each rooftop bar offers its own vibe; the Myttle and Rose Rooftop Bar offers lots of tables and furniture for conservation.

Located at 500 W River St., Savannah. Open Wednesday and Thursday from 3 to 10 p.m., Friday from noon to midnight, Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight, Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Where to Stay in Savannah

In a repurposed 1912 power plant, the JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District is perched along the Savannah River. Located within three buildings, guests will enjoy upmarket lodging and dining.

If not staying in the property, walk through its lobby. JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District’s lobby mimics a natural history museum with dinosaurs and mineral displays.

Located at 400 W. River St., Savannah.

Catherine Parker has a passion for travel and seen all 50 U.S. States. As a former flight attendant with one of the largest airlines, there isn't a North American airport that she hasn't landed in at least once. Since clipping her professional wings after 9/11, she combines her love of the open road with visiting architectural and cultural icons. She is based out of Central Texas dividing her time between writing and restoring a pair of 100-year-old houses. She shares her life with her three kids and her husband.

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