MACON CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Savannah on Foot: A 90–120 Minute Passage Through Squares, Cemeteries, and Living History
A focused walking tour that threads Savannah’s downtown squares and a peek into Colonial Cemetery—an essential primer for anyone who wants the city’s people and conflicts explained with clarity.
Savannah on Foot: A 90–120 Minute Passage Through Squares, Cemeteries, and Living History.
Embark on a concentrated 90–120 minute walking tour that moves through several of Savannah’s historic downtown squares and offers a peak into Colonial Cemetery, pairing streetscapes and architecture with the stories of the figures and events—Revolutionary and Civil War-era—that shaped the city.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Squares, Streets, and a Cemetery
The walk threads several of Savannah’s beautiful historic squares and includes a look into Colonial Cemetery, beginning and ending in Oglethorpe Square and taking in houses, churches, and downtown landscapes.
People, Battles, and Local Legends
Narration focuses on the people and conflicts that forged Savannah: figures such as John Wesley, Nathanael Greene, Tomochichi, Juliette Gordon Low, General William T. Sherman and many others, with context on the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.
Two Exclusive Savannah Prints
Each booking includes two complimentary 5x7 exclusive Savannah prints by Ashton Brantley Design as a tangible reminder of the tour.
What the day feels like
What the Walk Feels Like
Expect a brisk, engaging 90–120 minute stroll through downtown Savannah: a mix of close-up architectural observation, stop-and-listen storytelling, and a guided peek into Colonial Cemetery. Guides weave biography and local context across the squares, offering both education and entertainment.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits and where to be cautious.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Duration is 90–120 minutes; the route is a downtown walking tour and itinerary covers exterior squares and a cemetery.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle; come prepared for an educational, interpretive walk.
The tour begins and ends in Oglethorpe Square; each booking includes two complimentary 5x7 Savannah prints.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour runs approximately 90–120 minutes.
Where do we meet?
The adventure begins and ends in Oglethorpe Square.
What will we see?
The walk covers several of Savannah’s historic downtown squares, includes a look into Colonial Cemetery, and highlights houses, churches, landscapes and notable local sites.
What should I bring?
Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle.
Are souvenirs included?
Yes—each booking includes two complimentary 5x7 exclusive Savannah prints by Ashton Brantley Design.
What historical periods does the tour cover?
The guide covers stories from the Revolutionary War through the Civil War and discusses influential local figures from those periods.