Savannah Slavery to Freedom Guided History Tour | 2 hours 30 minutes

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Savannah Slavery to Freedom Guided History Tour
2 Adults x $68.48
$136.96
Approx Total
$136.96

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • African American Monument
  • Laurel Grove Cemetery
  • Johnson Square
  • 'Sistah Patt' Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller
  • 2-2.5 hour narrated tour
  • Gratuities for Guides
  • Bottled water
  • Cost of parking

Overview

Join us on a profound exploration of our city’s historic landmarks and untold stories, tracing the path from the shadows of urban slavery to the light of freedom and triumph. Led by the renowned Gullah Geechee storyteller Sistah Patt, this tour offers a deep dive into the rich and complex tapestry of our city's past, highlighting the struggles, resilience, and enduring contributions of those who fought for equality and justice. This isn’t just a history tour—it’s a powerful exploration of human spirit and perseverance. Experience the sights and stories where West African slaves first arrived, where they were held, and where they were sold. Visit significant locations like River Street, Factors Walk, Johnson Square, and Laurel Grove Cemetery, each site offering a poignant connection to our shared history. Over the course of 2 to 2.5 hours, weather and traffic permitting, this tour will not only honor the past but also inspire a renewed commitment to a more just and inclusive future.

Meeting points

This is the Gray Line guest office located next door to The Clyde Coffee Shop

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Historic River Street (Pass By)

    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.

  • Johnson Square (Pass By)

    See where slaves were auctioned off in Johnson Square.

  • Second African Baptist Church (Pass By)

    Learn about the incredible journey to freedom as you board the vehicle and travel past the Second African Baptist Church

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A 24-hour advance notice is required to request an ADA accessible vehicle.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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Have to book again!!!

Published on Jan, 2025

Extremely informative tour. Amazing guide. She did an outstanding job. Learned a lot from this guided tour. Left the tour with a wealth of knowledge regarding my ancestors & what life was like for them after they arrived to this country.

Wonderful Storied Tour of Savannah

Published on Jan, 2025

This guided bus tour was an emotional experience, learning about the other side of Savannah’s history that is not rightly acknowledged by the city. It takes you through the city, including the riverfront and many beautiful squares, and tells the story of slavery. The guide is a “truth-teller” who mixes her own personal stories into the history of Savannah and its dependence on slaves. It is a very powerful tour, and I enjoyed our guide’s genuine approach to the story.

Sister Pat is a lovely...

Published on Jan, 2025

Sister Pat is a lovely guide, the tour is informative and inspirational. Good reminder and demonstrated evidence of the contribution and indelible impression enslaved Africans made to the Savannah community.

Highlight of our trip

Published on Jan, 2025

Highlight of our trip to Savannah. Recommend you do this early on your trip. There are a lot of places you will want to go back and spend time taking in the history (and how it is and is not acknowledged by the city of Savannah). Bryan Stevenson posits that that first there needs to be truth and then there can be reconciliation. Sister Pat provides the truth.

Simply the best

Published on Jan, 2025

Sister Pat was outstanding. The best tour guide I have experienced in the US. Her knowledge of the subject matter was personal and extensive.

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