Private Savannah Driving Tour

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Telfair Museum — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Journey out of the car for one block to see this early 1900's power plant which was restored into a hotel! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Allow us to tailor a tour specially designed with your interests in mind.

Craft this driving tour to your own historical interests.

Pick the place to begin and choose which themes y'all would like to focus on. Private tours in the past have been based on the following:

Irish History, Architectural themes, 1900's focus, Spooky Savannah, Jewish History, Women’s History, Military History, Lowcountry Stories, & more!

Enjoy our charming historical city from a clean air-conditioned 2023 Santa Cruz vehicle. Spacious for 3 and can fit up to 4 guests. This tour can include an airport pickup as well with plenty of room in the back for suitcases.

Experience can include Tybee Island or Bonaventure Cemetery. If you prefer to tour mostly downtown Savannah there's a whole lot to see!

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Savannah Tours and Tales

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Itinerary

Forsyth Park

10 min

Get a picture at our famous fountain in the middle of the stunning park.
Bonaventure Cemetery

20 min

Nestled along the Wilmington River the views of this area are excellent! Embrace the quirky Savannah way of enjoying a cemetery visit. There's a small park and with a possible alligator sighting if you choose to see it.
City Market

15 min

Main shopping area of Savannah with art galleries, restaurants, candy stores, Byrd's Cookies, and more!
Telfair Square

10 min

Learn about the Telfair Society of Savannah which includes the Telfair Historical House and Art Museum, Jepson Modern Art Museum, and Owen's Thomas House Historic House. You may tour all 3 with one ticket. Entrance inside is not included but is a good option to do while in Savannah if you're looking for art and history.
Chippewa Square

10 min

See the location of the bench scene in Forrest Gump where he said "life is like a box of chocolates" plus the historic Savannah theatre which is now built in mid modern century architectural style. See historic church and building dating to 1819. Enjoy a private garden view and a great coffee shop if you prefer to exit the vehicle for a beverage or snack.
Emmet Park

20 min

Learn about the Irish influence on Savannah in this east side area including Washington Square, Warren Square, Greene Square and Emmet Park. Plus see old Harbor lights and anchors pulled up from the bottom of the Savannah River.
Plant Riverside District

15 min

See an old power plant with smoke stacks still standing. If you choose to go inside there is a chrome plated dinosaur skeleton replica and many geodes and crystals standing up to 8ft tall. This area of Savannah will reveal the industrial age or trade and commerce.
The Waving Girl Statue

10 min

Hear the tale behind our greatest hostess who greeted each ship of Savannah during her life. Also, learn about Savannah's connection to the Olympics in 1996!
Tybee Island

2 hours

Includes Lighthouse, Tybee Pier, plus Fort Pulaski! Entrance into all locations included in tour price. Lunch at the best local seafood spots or we can customize to your own interests!