Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour

Savannah’s haunted pub crawl works best as a social night out with ghost stories along the way. You’ll begin at Churchill’s, walk through old riverfront passageways, pass historic hotels, and finish near McDonough’s. The city’s dim streets and old brick lanes do much of the spooky work.

I like the mix of history and nightlife, and I like that guides such as Jalen, Sam, Amanda, Milo, and Jennifer have been praised for humor, warmth, and good city tips. The walk is manageable, and the $34.99 price is fair if you want a guided introduction to Savannah after dark.

The main catch is consistency. Some departures have missed Colonial Park Cemetery, used different pubs, or ended somewhere other than McDonough’s. Groups can reach 30 people, which may make it hard to hear the guide and slow down drink service.

Key points to know before you book

• Churchill’s is the starting point: Meet at the Kings Guard Statue beside the entrance at 13 West Bay Street.
• The route covers about two hours: Expect a walking tour with several pub stops, historic landmarks, and plenty of standing.
• Colonial Park Cemetery is a major listed stop: Confirm the evening’s route if seeing the cemetery matters to you.
• Drinks cost extra: The tour fee covers the guide and walk, not beer, cocktails, or other alcoholic drinks.
• Groups may be large: The maximum is 30 people, though smaller groups are more comfortable for storytelling.
• This is for adults age 21 and older: A mobile ticket and English-speaking guide are provided.

What kind of Savannah night is this?

This is not a haunted-house attraction, and it is not a serious paranormal investigation. It is a guided walk through Savannah’s historic center, with ghost tales, local lore, and stops where you can buy drinks.

That distinction matters. Some guides lean toward verified local history. Others add comedy, personal style, and theatrical ghost stories. The strongest departures seem to blend all three. If you want a relaxed evening of old buildings, spooky anecdotes, and meeting other people over drinks, the format makes sense.

If you want a cemetery-heavy ghost tour with a long list of documented hauntings, this may feel too light. One particularly useful criticism is that some people found the tour more like a pub outing, with too little time spent on ghost stories. I would book it for atmosphere and company first, supernatural thrills second.

The tour costs $34.99 per person, before drinks and any tip you choose to give. That is reasonable for a two-hour guided walk in central Savannah, especially if your guide keeps the group moving and adds useful background about the city. It is less attractive if you spend much of the evening waiting in bars or if several advertised stops are skipped.

Starting at Churchill’s on West Bay Street

The meeting point is Churchill’s at 13 West Bay Street. Find the Kings Guard Statue next to the entrance. The first portion lasts about 15 minutes and serves as the opening scene for the evening.

Churchill’s provides a practical beginning because you can buy your first drink before the walk gets underway. The setting also establishes the tour’s tone: an old Savannah pub, dim lighting, and stories about lingering spirits.

You should arrive ready to stand and walk soon after meeting the guide. The tour is conducted in English, and confirmation is provided at booking. Since this is a mobile-ticket experience, keep your phone charged and easy to access.

The guides make a large difference here. Jalen has been praised for being interactive and funny, while Sam has been described as relaxed and sociable. Amanda has also been singled out for answering extra questions about Savannah, which is useful if this is your first evening in town.

Factor’s Walk and Savannah’s darker riverfront

Factor’s Walk is one of the most atmospheric sections of the route. This narrow area runs between the river and the city’s older buildings, with brick walls, iron bridges, stairs, and passageways that can feel far removed from the brighter streets nearby.

The stop lasts about 20 minutes. Your guide uses the setting to talk about merchants, sailors, hidden corridors, disappearances, and sightings connected with the riverfront. The location gives the stories a stronger visual edge than a plain street corner would.

This is also where practical footwear matters. The walk is described as manageable, but you will be on your feet and may encounter stairs or uneven surfaces. Wear shoes that handle cobblestones and allow you to stay comfortable for two hours.

Factor’s Walk can be a good photo stop, but remember that this is a group activity. The guide may need to pause often so everyone can gather, and a group of 24 to 30 people can fill a narrow passage quickly. Stand where you can hear, rather than drifting to the back for a better view.

17Hundred90 and the heartbroken spirit

The next stop is the 17Hundred90 Inn and Restaurant, one of Savannah’s oldest hotels and one of the tour’s most recognizable haunted addresses. The story here centers on a heartbroken woman whose spirit is said to remain connected with the inn.

The stop is scheduled for about 20 minutes. You may have time to buy a drink and listen outside or in the surrounding area, depending on the evening’s arrangements. The appeal is less about a dramatic performance and more about hearing how one old building gained a reputation for ghostly activity.

This stop also matters because the tour may finish here on some departures instead of at McDonough’s. The advertised endpoint is McDonough’s Restaurant & Lounge, but one departure ended at 17Hundred90. If you need to meet someone at the final bar or have a firm plan afterward, ask the guide where the group will actually finish.

That changing endpoint is not necessarily a serious problem. Both locations are in the historic center. Still, clear information helps, especially after dark and after a couple of drinks.

The Marshall House and Civil War hospital stories

The Marshall House offers a different kind of ghost story. This historic hotel served as a Civil War hospital, and the tales here focus on wounded soldiers, medical suffering, amputations, and the idea that some of those who died never moved on.

The stop lasts about 20 minutes. The building’s history gives the guide a chance to move beyond generic ghost talk. You hear about how the building was used, then connect that past to reported cold spots and unexplained activity.

This is one of the better stops for people who want history with their folklore. You do not need to accept every supernatural claim to find the story interesting. Savannah’s old buildings carry layers of military, medical, domestic, and commercial history, and a good guide helps connect those layers.

The quality of the presentation depends heavily on group size. People have enjoyed guides who kept the tone funny and informative, but several larger groups made it hard to hear. If you are short or prefer a quiet, focused tour, stay near the guide from the start.

Colonial Park Cemetery, the route’s biggest question mark

Colonial Park Cemetery is scheduled for roughly 30 minutes, making it the longest stop. It is also the point most likely to affect your booking decision.

The cemetery is one of Savannah’s oldest burial grounds. Stories connected with it include wartime damage, disease, duels, disturbed graves, shadowy figures, and other reports of unusual activity. Even without paranormal claims, the cemetery adds a solemn and visually powerful setting to the walk.

The problem is that the cemetery has not appeared on every departure. Some people completed the tour without going there, despite choosing the experience partly for that stop. Other departures replaced listed pubs with different bars or adjusted the route.

I would not book this tour solely to visit Colonial Park Cemetery unless the operator confirms it for your date. Treat the cemetery as an important possible stop, not an absolute guarantee. If it is included, you get 30 minutes in a setting that suits the theme far better than a noisy bar. If it is skipped, the experience becomes much more dependent on the guide’s storytelling.

There is also a practical concern: the information describes sipping a drink near the cemetery gates, not having a drink inside the cemetery. Follow the guide’s instructions and local rules.

Finishing near McDonough’s

The planned final stop is McDonough’s Restaurant & Lounge at 21 East McDonough Street. The last 15 minutes are intended to close the evening with more stories about cold spots, unseen watchers, and the bar’s own ghostly reputation.

Ending at a lively local bar makes sense if you want to keep the night going. You can settle in for another drink or use the central location to continue exploring Savannah on your own.

Still, do not assume the group will always spend a full final segment inside McDonough’s. Some departures have ended nearby or at 17Hundred90. One practical solution is to ask your guide at the start which stops are planned and where the group will finish.

The pub stops are not included in the $34.99 fee. Budget separately for drinks, and expect prices to vary from one bar to another. One criticism focused on expensive drinks at a newer stop that did not feel closely tied to Savannah’s ghost history. If the pub part is your main reason for booking, ask how many bars are planned that evening.

Group size, pacing, and what the walk feels like

The maximum group size is 30. That limit is common for city walking tours, but it is large for a pub crawl. A smaller group makes it easier to hear stories, get drinks, cross streets, and stay together in narrow historic areas.

Some people have had an excellent time with groups of 24 or 29. A lively crowd can add to the social side, and the guides who use humor tend to keep large groups engaged. The downside is obvious: ordering drinks for many people takes time, and the group may block sidewalks while the guide talks.

Expect a combination of walking and standing. The route is not described as strenuous, and several stops break up the walk. Good shoes remain important, particularly around Factor’s Walk and any stairs.

The experience is adults-only, with a minimum age of 21. That shapes the mood. It is suited to couples, solo visitors who enjoy meeting people, and friends looking for a loose evening activity. It is not suitable for children or anyone hoping for a quiet architectural tour.

How the guides shape the experience

The strongest comments center on the guides. Jalen is described as funny and highly interactive. Sam has been praised for a calm style and for letting the group socialize while adding haunted details. Amanda has been valued for her city knowledge and willingness to answer questions.

Milo has been credited with keeping the group interested during rain, while Jennifer has been praised for making the stories and photos part of a comfortable evening. These names suggest that the company has several guides with distinct personalities, so your experience may not feel identical from one night to the next.

That variety can be an advantage. A guide who treats the tour as a friendly night out may suit you better than someone delivering a solemn paranormal lecture. It can also be a weakness if you expect a tightly scripted route and the guide spends too much time joking.

I would listen for two things during the opening minutes: how clearly the guide explains the route, and whether the group can hear. If the guide states that the cemetery or a particular pub is not included, decide early if the changed plan still works for you.

Is $34.99 good value?

At $34.99, the tour is priced between a standard city walk and a longer food or nightlife outing. You are paying for the guide, the route, the stories, and the convenience of moving between several places without planning the evening yourself.

The value is strongest when you want three things at once:

• A guided introduction to Savannah after dark
• A social pub outing with drinks purchased separately
• Local stories about buildings, cemeteries, and city landmarks

The value drops if you do not drink, dislike large groups, or want a strictly factual ghost tour. One person found that too much time was spent in pubs when more ghost stories would have been preferable. Another felt the experience amounted mostly to walking past bars rather than visiting them.

I would compare the price with what you would spend on a regular guided walk plus your own drinks. If you enjoy the guide’s humor and meet a good group, the convenience is worthwhile. If you mainly want the cemetery and old-hotel stories, a dedicated cemetery or ghost walk may fit better, though that is outside the details provided here.

Weather, cancellation, and small practical details

The tour requires good weather. If poor weather cancels it, you are offered another date or a full refund. The same applies if the minimum number of people is not reached.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted, and cut-off times follow Savannah’s local time.

Most people can participate, but the activity includes walking, stairs, and standing. Bring weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. Since drinks are extra, carry a payment method that works at several bars.

A tip may be suggested at the end. It is your choice, but plan for it if the guide provides a strong evening and keeps a large group safe and together.

Who should book this haunted pub crawl?

Book it if you want a light, social night that combines Savannah’s old streets with cocktails, beer, and ghost stories. It suits couples, friends, and solo visitors who like meeting other people. It can also be a useful first-night activity because guides may answer questions about the city beyond the haunted tales.

Think twice if you want a quiet, intimate group or a precise route. You should also be cautious if Colonial Park Cemetery is the one stop you care about most, since it has been omitted on some departures.

My practical verdict: this is a good-value evening when the guide is engaging and the group is manageable. Go for the mix of local history, humor, and nightlife. Do not expect a pure paranormal investigation, guaranteed access to every listed stop, or a perfectly consistent pub route.

FAQ

How long is the Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl?

The tour lasts approximately two hours, including walking, storytelling, and stops at several pubs and historic locations.

Where does the tour begin?

Meet at Churchill’s, 13 West Bay Street, Savannah, Georgia. The meeting point is the Kings Guard Statue beside the Churchill’s entrance.

Where does the tour end?

The stated ending point is McDonough’s Restaurant & Lounge at 21 East McDonough Street. Some departures have ended at 17Hundred90 instead, so confirm the endpoint with your guide.

Are drinks included in the tour price?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included, and you pay for your own drinks at the pubs.

Is the tour only for adults?

Yes. Only people age 21 and older can join.

Is Colonial Park Cemetery included?

Colonial Park Cemetery is a listed stop scheduled for about 30 minutes, but it has not been included on every departure. Confirm the route if visiting the cemetery is important to you.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded. If bad weather or an insufficient minimum causes the tour to be canceled, you are offered another date or a full refund.