Savannah: Ghosts and Gravestones Tour with Low House Entry

Savannah gets stranger after sunset. This 80-minute trolley ride mixes spooky tales with useful city history, taking you through old squares, cemeteries, riverfront sites, and two atmospheric buildings. I especially like the Andrew Low House visit and the exclusive nighttime stop at Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery, since both give the stories a real place and texture.

The guides are the main attraction. Names such as Maria, Red, Emma, Aster, Temperance, Olive, Esther, and Sir Theodore have earned praise for strong storytelling, humor, and energy. The main drawback is time: 80 minutes goes quickly, and several people wished they had more time inside the Low House or a longer cemetery visit.

Key things to know before you book

• The trolley does more than shuttle you around: You hear stories while passing Savannah’s squares, inns, cemeteries, and old waterfront buildings.
• The Andrew Low House is the most substantial indoor stop: You enter the historic home and hear accounts of unrest tied to the building.
• Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery provides the biggest theatrical moment: The restored 19th-century warehouse brings riverfront legends to life.
• The tone is spooky but playful: Guides use jokes, character work, and surprises rather than relying only on grim murder stories.
• The tour is best for ages six and up: Children under six are not admitted, and the experience is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• You get strong value for $39: Transportation, a live English-speaking guide, and entry to two sites are included.

Starting at the Simply Savannah trolley depot

You meet the crew at the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot and look for the black vehicle marked Ghosts and Gravestones. The guides wear period-style clothing, with men in white shirts, bow ties, and suspenders, and women in long white dresses with aprons.

That costume choice matters. It signals that this is not a standard narrated city loop. The guides play a role, but the tour still gives you real background about Savannah’s streets, buildings, and past. The best guides use the costume as seasoning rather than letting it overpower the content.

The trolley begins near the Savannah Waterfront and returns to the same general starting point. You spend most of the ride seated, which is useful if you want an evening activity that does not require a long walk. Still, this is not a fully seated attraction. You leave the trolley for the Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery, so wear shoes you can manage comfortably.

An 80-minute tour leaves little room for delays or long questions. Guides such as Red and Aster have been praised for precise delivery and lively storytelling, while Maria and Esther are noted for keeping the group involved. A few riders found that a guide spoke quickly or was hard to hear from the back, so sitting closer to the front is a smart choice if you want every detail.

Savannah’s waterfront stories and old inns

The opening portion takes you through the darker side of the waterfront and historic district. You pass Olde Harbour Inn, the Pirate’s House, and the 1790 Inn while hearing stories of murder, sailors, intrigue, and lingering spirits.

The value here is not just the scare. You get a quick sense of how Savannah’s waterfront shaped the city. The riverfront was tied to trade, shipping, travelers, and hard work, so the ghost stories have a clear setting. Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery later gives you a closer look at that world.

The Pirate’s House is especially suited to the tour’s style. Its name alone invites tales of sailors and mischief, and the guide uses the building as part of a wider story about Savannah’s rougher past. You do not stop at every site for a long visit, so think of this section as a narrated drive through the city rather than a series of formal building tours.

The Olde Harbour Inn and 1790 Inn add another layer. Savannah’s old inns and residences are often presented as places where past occupants never quite left. The guide links these stories to the streets outside, which helps you recognize the city after the tour ends.

Columbia Square and Colonial Park Cemetery

The trolley moves through Columbia Square, one of Savannah’s historic squares, then continues toward Colonial Park Cemetery. Along the way, the guide points out the connection between Savannah’s elegant public spaces and its unsettling past.

That contrast is one of the tour’s strengths. The squares are carefully planned and attractive, but the stories remind you that the city also carries memories of disease, violence, loss, and conflict. You get a sharper sense of Savannah than you would from a purely decorative sightseeing ride.

Colonial Park Cemetery is an important part of the storytelling, but you should set your expectations correctly. The route includes stories connected to the cemetery, yet the tour does not necessarily give you a long walk through the grounds. One person specifically wished for a cemetery visit, while others wanted more time at the Low House.

If entering a cemetery after dark is your main goal, this may feel too brief. If you want a broad introduction to Savannah’s haunted places without walking between them, the trolley format works well.

Entering the Andrew Low House

The Andrew Low House is the first major interior stop and one of the best reasons to choose this tour. It was the home of one of Savannah’s prominent families, and the visit adds architecture and family history to the ghost stories.

Inside, you hear accounts of unrest linked to the house, including personal experiences associated with staff and visitors. The building gives the guide something solid to work with. Instead of imagining a ghost in a random alley, you are standing in a real room with a long connection to Savannah’s upper-class life.

The house also adds variety. After hearing stories from the trolley, you get to step into a preserved historic interior and look around while the tales continue. That change of setting makes the tour feel more substantial than a ride with a microphone.

Time is the limitation. The stop is memorable, but it is not a full house tour in the style of a museum visit. You may want to linger over the rooms and details, yet the schedule keeps moving. The experience works best if you see the Low House as a focused haunted stop rather than a complete architectural tour.

The house is also a good test of your preferred tour style. If you enjoy staff accounts, ghost lore, and dramatic narration, you will likely rate this stop highly. If you prefer documented history with little theatrical presentation, some of the ghost stories may feel less satisfying.

Wright Square, Telfair Square, and the city after dark

Back on the trolley, the route continues through Wright Square and Telfair Square. These stops help connect the individual tales into a larger picture of Savannah’s historic district.

Wright Square carries the atmosphere of a place shaped by old ceremonies, burials, and public memory. Telfair Square brings the tour near the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, another major point of interest tied to Savannah’s cultural life. The guide uses these locations as backdrops for stories of hauntings, death, and strange events.

You will also hear about the Hamilton-Turner Inn, one of the city’s better-known historic buildings. The tour does not turn into a long walking visit at each site. Instead, the trolley lets you cover more ground while the guide supplies the context.

This is where the transportation earns its keep. Savannah is pleasant to walk, but the city’s ghost stories are spread across several squares and buildings. The trolley lets you see more in one evening, and you avoid spending the whole tour navigating dark streets or checking a map.

Sound can affect this section. A few people had trouble hearing from the back, and one night included loud outside music from a passing vehicle. Sitting near the guide helps, as does keeping distractions to a minimum. The narration is the heart of the tour, so poor audio can take the edge off an otherwise strong evening.

The eerie finale at Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery

Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery is the other major interior stop and, for many people, the tour’s favorite part. This restored 19th-century shipping warehouse focuses on Savannah’s riverfront and River Street over the centuries.

The setting is more atmospheric than a regular storefront. A ship chandlery supplied goods connected to ships and sailors, so the building naturally fits tales of cargo, river workers, danger, and death. You hear stories in the same kind of space that gives those stories their meaning.

The staff at the two indoor stops play an active part in the presentation. At the Chandlery, the performance adds a theatrical jolt without turning the entire outing into a haunted house attraction. One person particularly enjoyed the final scares off the trolley, and another wished the tour had included another scene of that type.

That tells you what to expect. This is not a serious paranormal investigation, and you will not spend the evening measuring strange sounds or searching rooms on your own. It is a guided entertainment tour with historical settings, ghost lore, and staged surprises.

The Chandlery is a strong finish because it changes the pace. You have been seated and listening for most of the ride, then you enter a more confined historic space where the presentation feels closer and more dramatic. If you prefer suspense to simple narration, this is likely the part you will remember.

How good is the $39 value?

At $39 per person, the tour is fairly priced for an 80-minute evening activity. You are paying for the trolley ride, a live guide, entry to the Andrew Low House, and exclusive access to Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery. Two indoor stops make the price easier to justify than a basic city loop.

I would not book it as a replacement for a full Savannah history tour. The route gives you a fast, entertaining overview, but each square and building receives only a short portion of the evening. If you want detailed architecture, long museum visits, or extended cemetery time, you will need a separate activity.

I would book it as an introduction or an easy second-night outing. It gives you a feel for Savannah’s haunted reputation, shows you several areas of the historic district, and adds two places you might not otherwise enter at night.

The price also covers convenience. You do not need to plan a route between the waterfront, the squares, the cemetery, and the two indoor sites. For couples, families with older children, and anyone who prefers not to walk far after dark, that practical value matters.

Who will enjoy this tour most?

This tour suits you if you like ghost stories presented with humor and character. The strongest guides are lively, expressive, and willing to interact with the group. Maria, Red, Olive, Temperance, Aster, and Sir Theodore are among the guides praised for making the ride feel personal and energetic.

It also suits first-time visitors. You see enough of the historic district to get your bearings, and the guide adds facts beyond the ghost material. Several guides have been praised for answering general Savannah questions, not just reciting spooky tales.

Families can consider it, but check the age rule. Children under six are not allowed, and younger children may still find the theatrical scares intense. The tour is described as family-friendly by some participants, but it is not designed as a quiet educational outing.

You should reconsider it if you use a wheelchair, since the activity is not suitable for wheelchair users. Pets, smoking, luggage, and large bags are not allowed. Those rules are easy to overlook, especially if you are coming straight from a hotel or another sightseeing activity.

The meeting point can also change for special dates. From March 14 through 16, 2025, departures were scheduled from 250 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, with stops at the Andrew Low House and Colonial Park Cemetery. Check the confirmed meeting details for your date before setting out.

Booking advice and final verdict

You can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund, and the reserve-now, pay-later option lets you keep plans flexible. Starting times vary, so check availability when booking.

I would book this tour if you want a lively introduction to Savannah’s haunted side, prefer riding to walking, and value access to historic interiors. The Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery give the evening more substance than a simple drive through town.

I would skip it if your priority is a long cemetery walk, quiet historical study, or serious paranormal research. The tour moves quickly, the style is theatrical, and the best moments depend heavily on your guide.

For most people, the $39 price is justified by the two indoor visits and the quality of the storytelling. Choose a seat near the front, arrive ready for a few playful scares, and treat the tour as entertaining Savannah history with ghosts attached.

FAQ

How long is the Savannah Ghosts and Gravestones Tour?

The tour lasts 80 minutes.

How much does the tour cost?

The listed price is $39 per person.

What is included in the ticket?

The ticket includes trolley transportation, a live English-speaking guide, entry to the Andrew Low House, and an exclusive visit to Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery.

Where does the tour meet?

The regular meeting point is the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot. Look for the black trolley marked Ghosts and Gravestones and guides in historical-style clothing.

Does the tour enter the Andrew Low House?

Yes. The tour includes entry and a guided visit inside the Andrew Low House.

Does the tour visit Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery?

Yes. The tour includes an exclusive visit to the 19th-century shipping warehouse on River Street.

Is the tour suitable for young children?

Children under six are not allowed. The tour includes ghost stories and theatrical scares, so consider your child’s comfort with spooky material.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

No. The activity is not suitable for wheelchair users. Pets, smoking, luggage, and large bags are also not allowed.