Colonial-Era Ghost Walking Tour in Savannah
Walk Savannah Historic District’s Colonial-era haunts on a 90-minute ghost tour
Duration
90 minutes
Includes
Guided walking tour,Stories
Highlights
Explore Savannah’s long-standing ghost lore on a 90-minute guided walking tour focused on the city’s Colonial-era history. Hear stories, folklore, and reported paranormal events as you walk through the northern Savannah Historic District.
- Discover chilling stories tied to Colonial-era properties and historic streets
- Trace ghost history from pre-colonial times through the 21st century
- Learn local folklore alongside historical context from your guide
- Start at 1 E. Broughton Street at the corner of Bull and Broughton
- Join a nightly tour that departs every day at 8pm
- Plan for about one mile of walking on city sidewalks
Things to know
Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Service animals only. Gratuity is not included; clarify the recommended amount with Greetwell before booking.
Cancellation Policy
All sales final unless you purchase Trip Protection. Tickets good until redeemed.
FAQs
Arrive 5–10 minutes early to check in before the tour starts.
Bring your camera and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Expect about one mile of walking on city sidewalks, with extended walking and standing. It may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations.
Meeting details
Corner of Bull Street and Broughton Street, Savannah Historic District (GPS reference: near 1 E. Broughton St.)
More about the Savannah Historic District
The Savannah Historic District sets the stage for one of the most atmospheric evening experiences in the South, a Colonial-era ghost walking tour through streets that have witnessed more than three centuries of history. Laid out by General James Oglethorpe in 1733, the Savannah Historic District is famous for its leafy squares, gas-lit lanes, and centuries-old townhouses that lean into one another beneath canopies of Spanish moss. After dark, the district takes on a different character, the kind of hush that invites stories of the people who once lived, loved, and died within these very blocks.
Your guide leads you on foot through the heart of the Savannah Historic District, pausing in shadowy squares and beside weathered brick facades to share tales from the colonial era, yellow fever epidemics, duels, and the restless spirits said to linger in old taverns and family homes. You will hear about the bodies buried beneath the cobblestones, the haunted inns that still welcome guests, and the unsettling encounters reported by residents to this day. The sensory layer is part of the magic, the scent of jasmine and river air, the distant clip of a horse-drawn carriage, the soft glow of historic streetlamps catching wrought-iron balconies as you move from one storied site to the next.
This walking tour is perfect for history lovers, paranormal enthusiasts, couples looking for a memorable date night, and travelers who want to understand the darker undercurrents of one of America's oldest cities. Families with older children who enjoy spooky stories will also find plenty to talk about long after the tour ends. Whether you are a first-time visitor or returning to explore deeper, the Savannah Historic District after sunset offers a side of the city that daylight cannot reveal, and this colonial ghost walk is the ideal way to step into it.
