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Genteel and Bard's Savannah History Walking Tour

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Genteel & Bard Savannah History Walking Tour
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Overview

Book your favorite Savannah memory on the most treasured and trending guided Savannah walking tour where history, heritage, and architecture unfold at every turn. With a polished historian guide leading the way, this immersive history and culture activity explores the Historic District’s monuments, landmarks, and defining moments that shaped Georgia’s first city into the can’t-miss Southern destination it is today. You’ll experience the stories behind Savannah’s iconic architecture and hidden histories that most visitors pass by.

What's Included

  • Tour escort/host
  • Professional Local Guide
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Bull Street
Savannah, GA 31401, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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East Harris Street
Savannah, GA 31401, USA

Our Historic Walking Tour ends in Lafayette Square outside of The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.

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Genteel & Bard Savannah

Our History Walk together will be a full submersion into Savannah’s rich history from 1733 - today.You will hear, see, and connect with the Hostess City through it’s stories, locals, music, architecture, war times, culture, movies, and history.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Chippewa Square

—Forrest Gump and it’s significance to Savannah’s History and present day.—Discover Savannah’s origin’s, the planned city, purpose behind it’s squares, James Oglethorpe (Founder of Georgia), Mary Musgrove, Chief Tomochichi and Yamacraw Native Americans.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Madison Square

—Learn About Savannah’s role in the Civil War and how our city shaped the United State’s future with one of the most important events in world History.—Green-Meldrim House
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mercer Williams House Museum

You’ll discover the beauty and elegance of Monterrey Square, including the Mercer Williams House, Casmir Pulaski’s monument, and The Temple Mickve Israel.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Savannah Historic District

Take part in Savannah’s architectural history and Jones Street. It was once called America’s most beautiful street and the live oak brick street is the center of Savannah’s exquisite homes, architecture, and cultural history.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lafayette Square

—Juliette Gordon Low & the Girl Scouts—Hamilton Turner Inn, the first house with electricity in Savannah—The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and Savannah’s Irish Heritage.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Genteel and Bard’s Savannah History Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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698 reviews

Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 698 traveler reviews collected by Cool Savannah and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Genteel and Bard’s Savannah History Walking Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Tour escort/host.
  • Professional Local Guide.
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Genteel and Bard's Savannah History Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Genteel and Bard’s Savannah History Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Savannah. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Tour escort/host
  • Professional Local Guide
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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