Savannah slavery walking and bus tour

223 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Savannah, GA, USA, Savannah, United States of America

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Overview

Duration

2h 30min

Languages

English

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Enjoy an interesting tour to discover the journey from Savannah's slavery past to the freedom with Savannah’s own Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller ‘Sistah Patt’.Start with a 60-minute guided walking tour along River Street, Factor's Walk, Bay Street, and Johnson Square. Learn about the history of the West African tribes that were routed to Savannah and used in slave labor to build the warehouses along River Street.Visit the places where cotton was shipped out to the United Kingdom and storage that look similar to 'slave holding bins'. Stand where slaves were auctioned off in Johnson Square. Hear about the incredible journey to freedom as you board a bus and travel past the Second African Baptist Church.

What to remember

Important info

Not allowed:

Infants (0-2 years)

Know in advance:

unfortunately, this tour isn't suitable for people with physical impediments
this tour involves walking about 1 mile on uneven surfaces
there is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will decide between an alternative or full refund

Remember to bring:

comfortable shoes, water, and sunscreen and sunglasses if necessary

What's included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off. Transportation. Tour guide

Know Before You Go

Highlights

Enjoy a mix between bus and walking tour. Meet 'Sistah Patt' Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller. See the Cluskey Vaults up close. Discover the heartbreaking stories of the slaves' lives

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until a day in advance

Provider

Savannah Gray Line

Meeting Point

Meet the local operator's representative next door to The Clyde Coffee Shop. Please, be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance. Parking is available at 301 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd at the Savannah Visitor Center.