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    Explore St. Marys on a Guided Walking Tour

    Walk St. Marys history with VIP landmark access and homemade fudge

    4.9 stars• 74 reviews
    From$23/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    1.5 Hours

    Includes

    Guided walk, Landmark access

    Highlights

    Explore St. Marys on a guided walking tour through a historic port town shaped by conflict and commerce. Hear stories from 250 years of history, visit iconic sites, and finish with a sweet treat.

    • Hear action-packed stories from St. Marys’ 250-year history
    • Gain VIP access to landmark sites including the First Presbyterian Church
    • Visit the historic Riverview Hotel where Rockefeller and Carnegie stayed
    • Discover connections between St. Marys and prominent Americans
    • Meet and finish at the Osborne Street Waterfront Pavilion downtown
    • Enjoy homemade fudge at a premier local shop after the tour

    What's Included

    • Homemade fudge

    Things to know

    Tour runs Saturdays from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Please arrive 10 minutes early at the Osborne Street Waterfront Pavilion.

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 24 hours' notice before your reserved tour time. Full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to inclement weather (such as hurricanes) or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Bring suitable shoes for walking, a water bottle, and bug spray.

    Arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time.

    Experience provided by Molly's Old South Tours
    Experience provided by Molly's Old South Tours

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    74 reviews•Google Maps

    Travelers consistently praise the exceptional guides here, with Ben, Deb, and David earning particularly enthusiastic mentions for their deep knowledge and engaging storytelling abilities. The walking tours cover both Cumberland Island and downtown St. Marys, with guides meeting groups at the ferry and providing context that transforms ruins and historic sites into vivid stories. Reviewers emphasize how much more meaningful their experience became with a guide compared to exploring independently, especially when it comes to understanding the Carnegie family history and spotting the island's famous wild horses. The tours accommodate different paces and abilities beautifully, with guides showing patience for elderly visitors and providing water and bathroom breaks during the leisurely walks. Several reviews highlight the guides' passion and humor, which keeps groups engaged throughout. Unique touches like photo binders showing historical images and themed tours (including a "Churches and Chocolate" option ending with local fudge) add memorable flourishes. The company also demonstrates flexibility with private tours and rescheduling when needed. It's the kind of experience that leaves visitors wanting to research more history after the tour ends.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Molly is a charming and knowledgeable tour guide, and we very much enjoyed our time on Cumberland Island with her. We also enjoyed her St Mary’s dinner recommendation. I would absolutely recommend this tour.

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    Jennifer McConnell

    March 23, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Molly is a charming and knowledgeable tour guide, and we very much enjoyed our time on Cumberland Island with her. We also enjoyed her St Mary’s dinner recommendation. I would absolutely recommend this tour.

    Photo of Jennifer McConnell

    Jennifer McConnell

    March 23, 2026