Savannah’s oak-lined historic squares draped in Spanish moss and its reputation for ghost tours give visitors both quintessential Southern beauty and a spookier side of the city’s past.
Why Visit Savannah
Savannah’s historic district, organized around 22 shaded public squares, is one of the largest urban historic districts in the country, and its atmospheric charm has earned it a reputation as one of America’s most haunted cities.
Top Experiences in Savannah
- Historic Squares Walking Tour: A walk through Savannah’s Spanish moss draped squares showcases antebellum architecture and monuments across the city’s oldest planned historic district.
- Savannah Ghost Tour: Evening walking or trolley tours through the historic district recount the city’s reputation for hauntings, tied to its centuries of history.
- Bonaventure Cemetery Tour: This atmospheric cemetery, featured in Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, offers Spanish moss draped statuary and Savannah’s most famous grave sites.
- Savannah Riverfront and River Street Walk: This cobblestone riverside stretch of shops and restaurants offers views of passing cargo ships along the Savannah River.
- Low Country Boil Food Tour: Sampling shrimp, sausage, and corn boiled together in classic Lowcountry style offers a hearty taste of coastal Georgia cuisine.
Book Tours & Activities in Savannah
From the historic squares to ghost tours after dark, these tours cover Savannah’s atmospheric charm and storied past.
Rising Voices: Underrepresented History (by Walk With Me Savannah Tours)
Practical Tips for Visiting Savannah
- Savannah’s squares are best explored slowly on foot, each has its own distinct monuments and history.
- Ghost tours are most atmospheric in the evening, book ahead as popular tours sell out on weekends.
- Bonaventure Cemetery is a working cemetery, visitors should remain respectful throughout.
- Savannah’s humidity peaks in summer, spring offers the most comfortable weather for walking tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Savannah really haunted?
Whether or not you believe in ghosts, Savannah’s centuries of dramatic history have earned it a well established reputation as one of America’s most haunted cities, and its ghost tours are popular regardless.
How many squares does Savannah have?
The historic district contains 22 remaining public squares, each with distinct architecture, monuments, and Spanish moss draped oak trees.
Final Thoughts
Savannah’s shaded historic squares and eerie storytelling traditions make it one of the most atmospheric and distinctive cities in the American South.
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