Savannah African American History Guided Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the compelling history of African Americans from slavery to freedom during the Antebellum era (1748-1864) along Savannah's stunning coast, guided by the renowned Master Gullah Geechee storyteller, "Sistah Patt."
Board our comfortable Gray Line vehicle for a captivating tour of Savannah's iconic landmarks, including River Street, Factor's Walk, and Johnson Square. Delve into the rich history of West African tribes forced into slavery in Savannah, who labored to build the warehouses along River Street. Learn about their struggle for freedom and how their cultural legacy continues to influence the local community today.

This fully narrated bus tour begins at 10:30 a.m. and lasts approximately one hour. We will then stop at The Historic Second African Baptist Church where you will savor authentic Gullah Geechee foodways and storytelling. Afterward, we’ll return you to the tour’s starting point.

Meeting Point

223 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

223 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, GA 31401, USA

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

What's included:

• Authentic Gullah Geechee storytelling
• 1 hour guided tour
• Gullah Geechee lunch buffet

Not included:

• Parking fees: At Visitors Center parking is free for 1 hour and $1 per hour after
• Guide Gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Historic River Street

River St., , Savannah, 31401, Georgia

Your 1 hour riding tour begins along River Street.
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.

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Johnson Square

Bull Street, Between Bryan and Congress Streets, Savannah, 31401-2602, Georgia

See where slaves were auctioned off in Johnson Square.

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Second African Baptist Church

123 Houston St, Savannah, 31401-3525, Georgia

Enjoy a short tour inside and authentic Gullah Geechee food.

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