Creepy Crawl Night-Time Haunted Pub Walking Tour of Savannah’s Historic District

Ghost stories taste better after dark. Savannah’s Creepy Crawl pairs nighttime walking with up to four local pubs, spooky sites, and tales from the city’s past. I like the mix of haunted history and casual bar stops, and guides such as Pierce and Andre have earned praise for their storytelling, local tips, and drink suggestions. The main catch is that the tour can lean more toward Savannah history and pub recommendations than true ghost lore.

I also like that drinks are optional, so you can control your spending and pace. Still, you should know that the experience depends heavily on the guide. Some outings have been funny, warm, and packed with stories, while others have suffered from long lectures, weak ghost content, or an unprofessional guide.

Key points to know before you book

• Starts at Six Pence Pub: Meet at 245 Bull Street and begin with a local bar already built into the evening.
• Four or more stops: You visit up to four Savannah pubs and bars, with time to buy drinks and use the restrooms.
• Colonial Park Cemetery: The tour pauses outside the gate to discuss Button Gwinnett, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
• Drinks cost extra: You can buy alcohol or skip it, and the price does not include food or beverages.
• Small maximum group: The tour accepts up to 20 people, though the feel can still change with the group and guide.
• Best for a mixed evening: It suits people who want pub hopping with ghost stories, not a tightly scripted scare attraction.

Savannah after dark, one pub at a time

The Creepy Crawl begins at Six Pence Pub, at 245 Bull Street in Savannah’s Historic District. From there, your guide leads you through the city’s squares, streets, and nightlife spots while adding stories about haunted buildings and local spirits.

The basic idea is simple: walk, listen, stop for a drink if you want one, then continue to the next bar. You are not locked into a package of drinks, which keeps the $30 price from rising too quickly. You pay for each beverage yourself, and you can choose a soft drink or no drink at all.

I like this setup for an evening when you want some structure without being trapped in a formal dinner or show. The bar stops give you places to sit, cool down, use the restroom, and talk with your group. At the same time, the walking keeps the night connected to Savannah’s streets rather than reducing it to a series of indoor tastings.

The tour lasts about two hours. That is enough time for four stops and several stories, but the pace depends on how long the guide talks at each location. Some guides keep the group moving. Others may spend a long time on city history, which can make the night feel slower if you came mainly for ghosts.

Six Pence Pub gives the night a relaxed start

Beginning at Six Pence Pub makes practical sense. You meet your guide in a recognizable bar rather than trying to find someone on a dark street corner. It also sets the tone right away: this is a pub crawl with a supernatural theme, not a cemetery-only ghost walk.

Your guide introduces the plan and then takes the group into the Historic District. The first part is useful for getting your bearings, especially if this is your first night in Savannah. You will be walking through public streets and squares, so comfortable shoes matter more than dressy clothes.

The opening stop can also reveal the main strength and weakness of the tour. A good guide makes the bar feel like part of Savannah’s story, using the setting to connect local drinking culture with old tales and unusual incidents. A less effective guide may spend too long talking about personal stories, jokes, or general city facts.

Pierce receives especially strong praise for his warmth, local recommendations, and ability to connect history with places you may see the next day. Andre is also singled out for an entertaining style and an even mix of Savannah history and paranormal tales. Kelly is praised for making the storytelling interactive and fun.

Since the guide matters so much, I would treat the names as examples of the level of service you hope to receive, not a guarantee that one particular person will lead your date. The company may assign a different guide.

The bar stops are the real backbone

The tour introduces you to up to four local bars. The specific mix can vary, so you should not book it expecting a fixed list of venues. The bars are described as quirky, historic, and local, with time to buy drinks at each stop.

This is where the experience offers good value for people who enjoy exploring nightlife but do not want to plan every stop. A guide can point you toward drinks and places that fit the evening. Several strong experiences have included useful drink suggestions and extra advice about food and things to do in Savannah.

You do not need to drink alcohol to participate. That matters for anyone pacing themselves, saving money, or simply interested in the stories. The tour includes no drinks or food, so the $30 admission covers the guided walk and access to the planned stops, not a tasting package.

If you buy one drink at each of four bars, your final cost may be much higher than the advertised price. You can keep the budget under control by ordering selectively. You may also prefer to treat the stops as chances to look around and use the restroom rather than buying a drink every time.

The bars are not presented as private venues reserved for the group. They are part of Savannah’s normal nightlife. That creates a more authentic feel, but it also means the atmosphere can vary. A busy bar, a loud group, or limited seating may affect your experience.

Colonial Park Cemetery adds the strongest setting

One of the key stops is Colonial Park Cemetery, described as the oldest burial ground in Savannah. The group pauses outside the gate, rather than entering for a private cemetery walk.

That detail matters. If you expect to wander among the graves after dark, this tour may disappoint you. The cemetery stop is primarily a storytelling pause and an exterior look at one of Savannah’s most atmospheric sites.

The guide tells the story of Button Gwinnett, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and one of the cemetery’s best-known residents. This gives the stop a clear historical anchor instead of relying only on vague talk about spirits.

You may also hear stories tied to murders, reported hauntings, poltergeist activity, and other eerie parts of Savannah’s past. The amount of paranormal material can vary. Some outings give you several ghost stories. Others spend more time on the city’s history, buildings, and bars, with only a few supernatural tales.

You are welcome to bring a camera and try to capture orbs or other strange images. Keep your expectations sensible. The camera suggestion is part of the fun, not a promise of paranormal evidence.

History and ghost lore do not always get equal time

This is the most important point to understand before booking. The word haunted appears throughout the tour’s theme, but the actual balance can shift toward general Savannah history and bar information.

I see that as a strength if you want context. Savannah’s old squares, cemetery, homes, and nightlife make more sense when someone explains the people and events tied to them. A strong guide can connect a ghost story to a real place, then give you a useful tip for the next day.

I see it as a weakness if you want a nonstop sequence of frightening tales. Some outings have been described as almost entirely historical, with only two clear ghost stories. Others have felt like ordinary bar tours with jokes and a few spooky details.

The tone also varies. Pierce and Andre are praised for being funny, welcoming, and full of local information. One strong account describes Andre keeping his patience with a disruptive group. That kind of calm matters when a walking tour has up to 20 people.

On the other hand, serious complaints describe guides who appeared intoxicated, used too much profanity, talked for too long, or failed to complete the full route. Those reports are not minor style differences. They point to a real risk in a guide-led experience where the host shapes almost everything.

For that reason, I would book this tour for the combination of Savannah stories and pubs, not for a guaranteed scare level. If your main goal is a carefully researched paranormal tour, compare it with a dedicated ghost walk before paying.

The walking demands are modest but real

The tour runs for about two hours through Savannah’s Historic District. The route includes streets, squares, bars, and a cemetery stop. You do not need special outdoor equipment, but you should wear comfortable shoes.

Savannah’s summer heat can make the walk harder, especially when the group pauses outdoors. A July outing was described as hot but enjoyable, with comfortable shoes advised. Bring water if you plan to limit alcohol, and pace yourself if you do drink.

The city’s squares are part of the appeal. You are not simply moving between unrelated bars. The route gives you a nighttime look at Savannah’s public spaces and old streets, with stories attached to the places around you.

Group size is capped at 20 people. That is smaller than a large city sightseeing bus, though it is not an intimate private walk. The guide may need to speak loudly and repeat information if the group spreads out. A disruptive group can also affect how much you hear.

The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation arrives when you book. Service animals are allowed, and most people can take part, but the experience does require walking between several stops.

Where the tour ends and what to do next

The listed ending is around Wright Square in Savannah. The final location may be another local bar or historic square about five minutes from the starting area, so ask your guide for exact directions before you separate from the group.

That ending works well for planning dinner or another drink. Your guide may also have suggestions for food and nearby places to visit. Pierce, in particular, is praised for offering ideas that help people plan the following day.

I would not plan a tight dinner reservation immediately after the tour. Stories can run long, the group may move at a different pace, and bar stops are not timed like museum appointments. Give yourself some breathing room.

The ending also makes the tour useful as a first-night activity. You can see several parts of the Historic District, note places that interest you, and return later at your own pace.

Is $30 a fair price?

At $30 per person, the price is fair if you value a guided evening walk with four pub introductions and local storytelling. You are paying for the route, the guide, and the convenience of having someone organize the night.

You are not paying for a drink package, food, entry to Colonial Park Cemetery, or a private bar experience. Your spending can remain close to $30 if you skip drinks, but it can climb quickly if you buy alcohol at every stop.

The value depends on the guide. A skilled host adds much more than directions between bars by giving useful history, drink advice, ghost tales, and restaurant suggestions. A weak host can make the same two hours feel long.

I would call it a good value for a social night out, especially for couples, friends, and adult groups who want a loose plan. I would be more cautious if you care mainly about documented hauntings or expect every stop to feel frightening.

Who will enjoy this Creepy Crawl most?

This experience suits adults who like both pub hopping and local stories. The minimum age is 21, and the relaxed format works well for friends, couples, birthday groups, and visitors looking for a night activity after daytime sightseeing.

It is also a good fit if you want to decide for yourself how much to drink. You can buy a drink at a stop, take a nonalcoholic option, or simply listen and move on.

History fans may enjoy the city context, especially the cemetery story and the chance to connect Savannah’s squares with people and events. The guides can also help you plan the rest of your visit.

I would not choose it for young families, serious paranormal investigators, or anyone who dislikes walking between bars. I would also avoid booking it as your only ghost experience if a strong supernatural focus is essential.

What to know before you reserve

Book with the guide variation in mind. The strongest outings have included Pierce, Andre, and Kelly, who are praised for clear storytelling, humor, local advice, and a good mix of history and ghost material. The company may not promise a specific guide, so keep your expectations flexible.

Check the weather before you go. The tour requires suitable conditions, and a cancellation caused by poor weather may lead to a different date or a full refund. The same applies if the minimum number of participants is not met.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted and are not refunded.

I would arrive ready for an outdoor walk, not a theatrical haunted house. Wear shoes you can walk in, bring a charged phone for the mobile ticket, and decide in advance how much you want to spend on drinks.

Should you book the Creepy Crawl?

Book it if you want a social Savannah evening built around four bars, city history, and a handful of ghost stories. The price is reasonable for the guided route, and the best guides add real value with local suggestions and lively storytelling.

Skip it if you want a tightly controlled paranormal investigation or a cemetery tour after dark. The cemetery is viewed from outside, drinks cost extra, and the ghost content can be lighter than the name suggests.

My practical call: choose this as a flexible first-night activity for adults who like pubs and history. If you book, hope for a strong guide, keep your schedule open after the two-hour estimate, and treat the supernatural side as an entertaining bonus rather than the entire product.

FAQ

How long is the Creepy Crawl tour?

The tour lasts approximately two hours.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Six Pence Pub, located at 245 Bull Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401.

Where does the tour end?

The listed ending is around Wright Square in Savannah. The guide may finish at another local bar or historic square about five minutes from the starting location.

How many pubs does the tour visit?

The tour visits up to four local Savannah pubs and bars.

Are drinks included in the $30 price?

No. Alcoholic drinks, food, and other drinks are available to purchase separately.

Do I have to drink alcohol?

No. Drinks are optional and are not required to take part in the walking tour.

Does the tour enter Colonial Park Cemetery?

The group pauses outside the cemetery gate to hear stories about the site and Button Gwinnett.

What is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 21.

Can I cancel for a refund?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted and are not refunded.