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Historic Downtown Savannah: Guided Segway Tour
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Savannah History & Walking Tours
Pick the subject before the vehicle. A walk goes deeper on one thing; a bike or Segway covers more ground; a cart or a bus gets you to the cemetery and the plantation. Here's which tour covers what, and which one to book.
Written by Alex H., Travel editor and researcherUpdated September 2026
In short: Take a two-hour walk for the squares, a subject-specific walk for Black or Civil War history, and a cart for Bonaventure. House museums use their own tickets and belong in a different comparison. The catalog leader is Historic Downtown Savannah: Guided Segway Tour (4.9★ from 299 reviews, from $55).
Start with one distinction: a museum interprets the building in front of you; a walking guide interprets the streets around it. The Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters is the timed museum to reserve. A district walk then connects the squares, houses and monuments that no single interior can explain.
After that, pick a subject and a pace. Black-history and Civil War walks stay downtown. Bonaventure cart tours trade walking for shade and range. Bikes and Segways cover more ground but spend less time at each stop. The only catalog trip that reaches both Bonaventure and Wormsloe is a six-hour bus tour. "History tour" is too broad a category to choose from ratings alone.
Choose the subject before the vehicle
Square walks
Ninety minutes to two hours on foot through part of the grid. This is the depth option.
Best for: First visits, anyone who wants the squares explained
Black-history tours
A two-mile We Shall Overcome walk or a longer African American history tour.
Best for: Black history first, a second visit
The Civil War walk
About 105 minutes downtown. The battle itself is at Fort Pulaski, a separate drive.
Best for: Military history, pairing city and fort
Bonaventure by cart or foot
Entry is free; the ticket buys a guide and, on the cart, relief from walking 100 acres.
Best for: Named graves, heat, limited walking
Bonaventure and Wormsloe
A six-hour bus to both outlying sites. It sets the whole day.
Best for: A day without a car, a second or third day
Bike and Segway tours
More ground and less time at each stop. Bikes dismount in the squares; Segway riders must be 16.
Best for: A broad morning overview, teenagers
Savannah history tours compared
Current catalog prices, ratings and review counts. Pick the subject and pace before you compare the numbers.
Historic Downtown Savannah: Guided Segway Tour
Catalog leader★ 4.9 (299)1 - 1.5 hours$55
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|---|---|---|---|---|
Historic Downtown Savannah: Guided Segway Tour Catalog leader | 1 - 1.5 hours | $55 | ★ 4.9(299) | Check dates |
 Bonaventure Cemetery Golf Cart Guided Tour | 1 hour | $38 | ★ 4.9(261) | Check dates |
 Bonaventure Cemetery & Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour | 6 hours | $74 | ★ 4.8(286) | Check dates |
 Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour | 2 hours | $25 | ★ 4.8(255) | Check dates |
 African American History Tour | 3 hours | $70 | ★ 4.9(119) | Check dates |
 Historical Bike Tour with Tour Guide | 2 hours | $49 | ★ 4.8(155) | Check dates |
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Price, duration, tradeoffs and booking link:
How the ranking works
No operator pays for position. Ratings are weighted by review volume, because a 4.7 from a thousand guests tells you more than a 5.0 from three. Prices come from the current catalog and can change at checkout.
Choose the subject before the vehicle. A square walk, Black-history tour, Civil War walk and cemetery cart may cross some of the same ground, but they are not interchangeable.
Match the subject to the tour
Genteel & Bard, Savannah True History Tours, Footprints of Savannah and Savannah Black History Tours also operate locally but are not bookable through this catalog.
| Subject | What the tour covers | Know first | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| The squares and the city plan | A two-hour guided walk through the central squares, or a 90-minute small-group history walk | The federal district runs from the river to Gwinnett Street; a walk covers a slice of it, and your confirmation names the route | Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour (from $25 · 2 hours · ★4.8 (255)) History of Savannah Walking Tour (from $35 · 1.5 hours · ★5.0 (43)) |
| Black and African American history | A three-hour African American history tour, and the two-hour "We Shall Overcome" walk from Yamacraw Square: two miles, eight or more sites, departures at 1 and 5 p.m. | The walk is built around named people and places; the Owens-Thomas slave quarters is the afternoon that follows | African American History Tour (from $70 · 3 hours · ★4.9 (119)) 'We Shall Overcome' Black History Walking Tour (from $38 · 2 hours · ★4.4 (29)) |
| The Civil War | A downtown Civil War walk of about 105 minutes | The 1862 battle is at Fort Pulaski, a separate drive; the walk is the city's side of the story | Civil War Walking Tour (from $20 · 105 minutes · ★4.5 (109)) |
| Bonaventure Cemetery | A one-hour golf-cart tour that meets inside the gates, or a two-hour walking tour across more than 170 years of burials | Entry is free, the city map is free and the Historical Society's second-weekend walk is free; the ticket buys the guide and the ride | Bonaventure Cemetery Golf Cart Guided Tour (from $38 · 1 hour · ★4.9 (261)) Bonaventure Cemetery Tour (from $36 · 2 hours · ★4.8 (59)) |
| Bonaventure and Wormsloe in one day | A six-hour bus tour to both sites | The only catalog product that leaves the city; it sets the whole day, and whether Wormsloe's entrance fee is in the fare is stated at checkout | Bonaventure Cemetery & Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour (from $74 · 6 hours · ★4.8 (286)) |
| More ground, less depth | Two-hour guided bike tours and a 60- or 90-minute Segway tour of the district; the bike section below has the rules | Segway riders must be 16; helmets are required under 16 on a bike | Historic Downtown Savannah: Guided Segway Tour (from $55 · 1 - 1.5 hours · ★4.9 (299)) Historical Bike Tour with Tour Guide (from $49 · 2 hours · ★4.8 (155)) |
| The house museums | The Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters (Telfair, timed visits of 12, reservable online up to four weeks ahead, $30 three-site pass) and the Andrew Low House (tours on the hour and half hour, $15) | Neither is sold by a tour company; book with the museums | See the Telfair guide |
Prices are the catalog's current figures as of September 1, 2026.
Bike and Segway tours
A bike covers the whole flat district while a walk covers a slice. You will dismount in every square and along Broughton Street, where sidewalk riding is barred. Segway riders must be at least 16; bike helmets are required under 16.
| Tour | What it is | Rules to know | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historical bike tour | Two hours, about three miles, more than ten stops; free cancellation; bookings close an hour before departure | Helmets under 16 by state law; bikes are walked through the squares | Historical Bike Tour with Tour Guide (from $49 · 2 hours · ★4.8 (155)) |
| Historic District guided bike tour | Two hours through the district with an optional audio guide; free cancellation; bookings close ten hours before departure | Helmets under 16 by state law; bikes are walked through the squares | Historic District Guided Bike Tour (from $49 · 2 hours · ★4.8 (54)) |
| Guided Segway tour | Sixty or 90 minutes through the downtown squares | Riders 16 and over; no free-cancellation badge | Historic Downtown Savannah: Guided Segway Tour (from $55 · 1 - 1.5 hours · ★4.9 (299)) |
Prices are the catalog's current figures as of September 1, 2026. The haunted ride appears with the ghost tours.
Where you have to walk the bike
Sidewalk riding is barred on Broughton Street, through the central squares and on part of Forsyth Park's internal path. Guided rides dismount there. Georgia requires helmets under 16 and lights or reflectors after dark.
Every current Savannah history tour
30 tours in this category; the first 24 are shown here.
★ 4.9 (261)1 hourfrom $38
Bonaventure Cemetery Golf Cart Guided Tour
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★ 4.8 (286)6 hoursfrom $74
Bonaventure Cemetery & Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour
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★ 4.8 (255)2 hoursfrom $25
Highlights & Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour
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★ 4.9 (119)3 hoursfrom $70
African American History Tour
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★ 4.8 (155)2 hoursfrom $49
Historical Bike Tour with Tour Guide
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★ 4.6 (1,001)75 minutesfrom $36
Old Savannah Tours Historic Overview
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★ 4.7 (125)75 minutesfrom $21
Savannah History Guided Open Air Cruiser Tour - Free Parking
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★ 5.0 (43)1.5 hoursfrom $35
History of Savannah Walking Tour
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★ 4.8 (54)2 hoursfrom $49
Historic District Guided Bike Tour
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★ 4.5 (109)105 minutesfrom $20
Civil War Walking Tour
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★ 5.0 (10)3 hoursfrom $45
Historic District Overview on Foot
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★ 4.4 (29)2 hoursfrom $38
'We Shall Overcome' Black History Walking Tour
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★ 4.9 (8)45 minutesfrom $45
American Prohibition Museum Guided Tour
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★ 4.5 (19)2 hoursfrom $30
History and Architecture Homes Walk
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★ 5.0 (6)3 hoursfrom $175
Historic Districts & Bonaventure Private Tour
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★ 4.7 (9)75 minutesfrom $21
Savannah Historic District Small Group Guided Open-Air Tour
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★ 5.0 (5)1.5 hoursfrom $37
Tombs of Savannah: Bonaventure Cemetery Experience
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★ 5.0 (4)1 hourfrom $18
Davenport House Museum Guided Tour
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★ 4.6 (7)from $19
Pirates and Treasure Museum Entry Ticket
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★ 5.0 (3)3 hoursfrom $100
Historic Drinks in a Historic City
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★ 5.0 (1)2.5 hoursfrom $30
Guided Walking Tour and Trivia Game
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How to Choose Your History Tour
For a first visit
Take a square walk in the morning and reserve Owens-Thomas in the afternoon.
For history first
Choose a clear subject and route. Ratings measure satisfaction, not accuracy; use museum interpretation as a check.
For Black history
Choose the two-hour Yamacraw walk or the longer tour, then add the Owens-Thomas quarters.
For the Civil War
Take the downtown walk, then drive to Fort Pulaski on another day for the battle site.
For families
The Bonaventure cart or a bike ride is easier than two hours of standing. Segways start at 16.
For value
Bonaventure entry and its second-weekend society walk are free. Telfair gives three sites on one pass.
Before you follow the guide
Book the fixed pieces
Reserve Owens-Thomas first, then the all-day Bonaventure and Wormsloe bus. Read each tour's cutoff.
Meeting points vary
Yamacraw Square, inside Bonaventure and two separate bike shops all appear. Trust the confirmation.
Park once
Use one downtown garage. Bonaventure parking is free and close to the cart meeting point.
Bring walking basics
Shoes, water and a summer hat. Operators supply bikes or Segways and the required equipment.
Tipping
Tip your guide in cash at the end if the tour was good. Gratuity isn't included in the Segway fare.
Admission is separate
House museums use their own tickets. Bonaventure is free; check whether a bus fare includes Wormsloe.
Questions before you book
What is the best history tour?
Choose the subject: squares, Black history, Civil War or Bonaventure. Owens-Thomas and Andrew Low are museum visits and should be booked directly.
Is there a Civil War tour?
Yes, a roughly 105-minute downtown walk. Fort Pulaski is the separate battle-site drive.
What if I have one day?
Walk the squares in the morning and reserve Owens-Thomas in the afternoon. Save Bonaventure and the fort for later.
Are Bonaventure tours worth it when entry is free?
They can be. The cart buys a guide plus a ride across 100 acres; the walking ticket buys the guide. A free society walk runs on the second weekend.
Is there a Black-history tour?
Yes: a two-hour Yamacraw Square walk and a longer African American history tour. Owens-Thomas makes a useful museum follow-up.
How much do history tours cost?
The square walk is currently $25, Civil War walk $20, Bonaventure cart $38 and Bonaventure-Wormsloe bus $74. The tables show the rest live.
Should I walk, bike or take the trolley?
Walk for depth, bike for coverage and trolley when nobody should walk or pedal. Bikes dismount in the squares.
Can children join bike and Segway tours?
Bike rules vary and helmets are required under 16. Segway riders must be at least 16.
Where do history tours meet?
Meeting points range from Yamacraw Square to inside Bonaventure and two bike shops. Use the confirmation.
Can I see Bonaventure and Wormsloe without a car?
Yes, on the six-hour bus. Check whether the Wormsloe entrance fee is included.
Where can I not ride a bike?
Not on Broughton Street sidewalks, through the central squares or on part of Forsyth Park's internal path. Guided rides dismount there.
Is Tide to Town open?
Only in parts outside the district. McQueen's Trail closed for hurricane repairs in August 2026 until further notice.
Primary sources
Checked September 1, 2026. Schedules, fees and policies can change, so recheck a linked source when the detail will affect your visit.
- GetYourGuide: Savannah history and culture activities — current catalog fields
- Gray Line Savannah: excursions — the Bonaventure and Wormsloe day tour
- Bonaventure Historical Society: tours — free second-weekend walks
- City of Savannah: Bonaventure Cemetery — hours and free entry
- Telfair Museums: Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters — timed visits
- Andrew Low House: admission and hours — daytime tours
- National Park Service: Savannah Historic District record — district boundaries
- National Park Service: Fort Pulaski — the 1862 battle site
- Savannah Bike Tours — meeting point, times, helmet and carrier rules
- Savannah On Wheels: historic bike tour — stops, group cap, e-bikes
- Adventure Tours in Motion: Segway tours — 60 and 90 minutes; riders 16 and over
- City of Savannah code: Article F, bicycles, mopeds and skateboards (PDF) — sidewalk rule
- City of Savannah: bicycles in Forsyth Park — the listed sidewalks
- Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety: bicycle laws — helmets under 16; lights; three feet
- City of Savannah: Tide to Town — trail network status
- Chatham County Parks: McQueen's Trail — closed from August 3, 2026
Let the subject set the day
A history walk is the morning; a house museum is the afternoon. The Historic District guide covers the squares on your own, the Telfair guide has the Owens-Thomas reservation, and the cemetery guide has the free map and the second-weekend walk. Park once, using the parking guide; ride instead of walking with the trolleys; drive to Fort Pulaski for the 1862 battle; and for the same houses after dark, see the ghost tours.
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