Overview
Treat yourself to Savannah's only audio-enhanced, luxury guided ghost tour. Our small touring groups are capped at 20 guests, while other companies allow up to 30 people in a group.
Featured in "Garden & Gun", "Goop", "Coastal Living, and "Samantha Brown's Places To Love".
Unlike the silence between locations with other companies, our live mic'd hosts & sleek listening devices allow for a continuous & immersive storytelling experience, giving you the absolute most value for your money.
Genteel & Bard's Savannah Dark History & Ghost Encounter Tour is storytelling too dark for daylight. You'll hear stories of hangings, murder, surgery, disease, and more. You'll discover what locals experience and why Savannah is haunted.
You’ll experience our highly-curated storytelling performance while hearing tales of Savannah's dark history, ghost lore, & paranormal encounters with a talented, passionate, & knowledgeable public historian & storytelling professional.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Local, professional guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your start time in OGLETHORPE SQUARE. The address provided is for the Owens-Thomas House Museum next to the square. Your tour will meet in the square across the street from the museum. Your host will approach you for check-in.
Good to know
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Subject to weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative time, date, or full refund
— Please arrive in Oglethorpe Square 10-15 minutes prior to your start time.
What to expect
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Oglethorpe Square
2 hours
Guests will experience the themes that give Savannah it’s reputation as America’s Most Haunted City.
Our walk is heavily based in storytelling, learning Savanah’s dark history, and sharing specific paranormal activity at each location.
Our tour is for those who enjoy history and the art of professional storytelling,
No walking tour company in Savannah has access to inside of buildings. All locations are hotels, private homes, museums, or restaurants which are privately owned. Colonial Park Cemetery is closed after nightfall.
Our tour is 100% outdoors, but we share locations that you may enter on your own time while in Savannah. -
Wright Square
10 min
The story of Savannah’s first murder.
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Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum
10 min
Discover the hidden secrets of what’s below your feet on Savannah’s streets.
Then, hear a tale of undying love from life beyond their last breath. -
Chippewa Square
10 min
It’s not what, but rather who was hidden amongst one of Savannah’s most popular inns.
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The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours
10 min
Murder, suicide, & war.
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Madison Square
10 min
War
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Colonial Park Cemetery
15 min
Cemetery history, diseases, and Hudu
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Genteel & Bard Savannah
45 min
Other locations visited include Savannah’s first cemetery, The Marshall House, Foley House Inn, 12 Oglethorpe Ave.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour
Can I cancel Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your start time in OGLETHORPE SQUARE. The address provided is for the Owens-Thomas House Museum next to the square.
What's included?
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Local, professional guide
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Oglethorpe Square, Wright Square, Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum, Chippewa Square, The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours, Madison Square, Colonial Park Cemetery, Genteel & Bard Savannah.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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