Savannah: Historic District Guided Sightseeing Tour

Begin your tour by meeting your guide at Hotel Indigo. Hop aboard a climate-controlled minibus and set off to explore the Savannah Historic District’s most iconic landmarks. Stop at Chippewa Square, the cultural hub of the city, featuring the Savannah Theatre and the site of the famous park bench from Forrest Gump. Continue to Forsyth Park and the Mansion District, the "southern turn" of the route, showcasing the iconic white fountain and the grand Victorian-era mansions that line the park's perimeter. Pass through Monterey Square and see the Mercer Williams House Museum. This area is famous for its lush canopy and its connection to the book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Cut across toward Abercorn Street and reach the Cathedral Basilica of St. John The Baptist, the most stunning spire in the city. The French Gothic architecture here provides a dramatic contrast to the surrounding colonial-style homes. Move toward the northern edge of the district (near Reynolds Square) and see the oldest standing structures. The Pink House and the Planters Inn showcase the brick-and-stucco charm of the late 1700s. Continue to Factors Walk and the Riverfront, which features rare ironwork and multi-level brick passages that reflect Savannah's cotton trade history. Enjoy a vantage point that captures both the historic warehouses and the modern city. See Savannah City Hall, overlooking the Savannah River. Admire the Savannah City gold dome and look down onto the historic cobblestones where cotton "factors" once traded. Finally, pass through the vibrant 4-block outdoor mall of City Market before returning to the starting point.