Top Things to do in Georgia
Top Hotels in Georgia
- 1. River Street Inn
- 2. The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Savannah Historic District / Riverfront
- 4. Hyatt Regency Savannah
- 5. The Marshall House
- 6. Best Western Central Inn
- 7. Hotel Clermont
- 8. The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa
- 9. Mansion on Forsyth Park
- 10. Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Midtown
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The 10 Best Walking Tours in Georgia, Georgia
While Atlanta is the anchor and capital of Georgia, you can aim in any direction to find distinctly different regions – from the tail of the Appalachians in the North to the rolling Piedmont hills and on down to the seaside marshes in the East. Atlanta lays claim to the state’s number one attraction – Stone Mountain State Park. They say it best - “Serious fun. Endless adventure.” Just 15 minutes from downtown, the world’s largest exposed granite dome is surrounded by 3,200 acres of natural beauty and stimulating activities for every member of the family – sky rides and hiking paths, laser shows and pedal boats along Stone Mountain Lake. Golfers tee it up, while red foxes dash across the fairways in a state where the Masters Golf Tournament creates revered green-jacket memories every year. It’s a long downhill ride down to historic Savannah, a ‘stone’s throw’ from the Atlantic and a virtual step back in time to Southern architecture and stately squares. St. Simon’s and Jekyll Islands offer barrier island beauty and a wonderful combination of outdoor activities, historic sites and artistic culture. Originally the private winter playground of wealthy northeasterners, Jekyll Island stretches along 10 miles of coastal beaches and inland marshes. Cycling and walking paths wind under moss-laden oaks, and a tour of Millionaire Village takes you back to those Cornelius Vanderbilt and J.P. Morgan days. The kid-friendly Summer Waves Water Park adds man-made fun to natural water sport activities. Coastal golf courses and sophisticated St. Simon’s Island appeal to moms, dads and vacationing couples.
Restaurants in Georgia
1. Private Historical Walking Tour of Savannah
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
As a dedicated Walking Tour Guide, Keith Plickebaum had the good fortune of transforming his passion for Savannah, its history, and working with people into a successful career. Each tour is different and unique to suit the interests of guests, while always providing the highest level of detail and information about Savannah and the surrounding areas.
Inclusions: Visit 5 of Savannah's beautiful & historic squares with an entertaining and knowledgeable guide.
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2. Self-Guided 'Old Squares of Savannah' Solo Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Ya’ll come to the right place for a true Savannah experience. On our journey I’ll be taking you to the historical squares and the hidden treasures of Savannah and I’ll tell you their story. Oh, them friends back home goanna be jealous. 1 purchase works on 2 phones! So why don’t you just skedaddle down to the Market Hall on Meeting street and we’ll get this hootenanny started. I’ll meet you there. Go anytime. The tour experience code is valid for one month. And once the tour is unlocked it never expires. The WalknTours app guides Solo travelers on a hands free tour. Go anytime, explore on your own schedule. Perfect for Solo Travelers. Especially Solo Travel Rebels. How it works: 1. Get the WalknTours app 2. Register an account and use the experience code in your booking to unlock the tour. 3. Go to Charleston City Market front door - 73 North Market Street, Charleston, SC, USA 4. Press start experience.
Inclusions: WalknTours Solo Smart Phone guided tour "Old Squares of Savannah", Virtual walk you can take after taking the in person tour
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Reviewed By T7327WNjillb
I loved the commentary! The music! Everything! It was a great way to learn more about the city and the history which is everywhere. It was easy to use. At first the app was a little glitchy but we got it to work for us.
3. Bonaventure Cemetery Walking Tour with Transportation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 268 reviews
The only FULL WALKING TOUR of Bonaventure Cemetery WITH TRANSPORTATION and most accurate Bonaventure Tour, bar none! Most other tours start at the gate and regurgitate a scripted tour of myth, legend, and flat out lies that was written to separate visitors from their money. With me, you get a 6th generation Savannahian and academically trained historian with 30 plus years in the Savannah hospitality business who has the inside scoop and who loves sharing the stories. All this and Southern Hospitality too! Door to door service from downtown or meet me at the cemetery if you'd rather drive yourself. Complimentary bottled water and everything else you'll need for a stroll through the oaks.
Inclusions: Cold bottled water, Umbrella for rain or shade, Bug spray, Transportation, The most complete walking tour of Bonaventure Cemetery with a 6th generation local and historian., Recommendations for the best restaurants and other things to do.
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Reviewed By JeffJensen_Sandiego
We really enjoyed this tour and our guide Tim , being from Savannah, was excellent in content, keeping everyone in the group engaged. He could answer all of the questions and you can tell he cares about preserving the real history behind the stories.
4. 90-Minute Savannah History & Haunts Candlelit Walking Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 836 reviews
Savannah has been a witness to war, executions, disease, hurricanes, murders, and mystery. There are many that believe some of this troubled history still lingers behind. Join us on a 90-minute outdoor historical ghost walking tour as we lead you through Savannah's moss draped oaks, historic squares, and cobblestone streets. Guided by lantern light, we will tell you the ghost stories, legends, superstitions, and history that run so deep in this old colonial city.
Inclusions: 90-Minute Savannah History & Haunts Candlelit Walking Ghost Tour, Pass by moss draped oaks, historic squares, and cobblestone streets, Listen as your guide regales you with ghost stories, legends, superstitions, and history, Professional Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By atbowing
We took this tour on 4-6-21, and loved it. My teenagers (18 and 15) were interested the whole time. The stories that were told were interesting and relatable to the whole group. I would do this tour again!
5. Explore Savannah History Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 490 reviews
Walk along the streets lined with Live Oak trees draped in Spanish Moss. You will discover how and why Savannah was established, learn about battles fought, hear the stories filled with mystery, intrigue, and passion. Your guide will explain how this city first began, and how she has grown into this modern worldwide destination of today. Along the way, you will discover the history and home of the Gordon family and Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts. See where Forest Gump sat with his box of chocolates, walk on battleground, discover the home used as headquarters by General Sherman. Also discover why Savannah is the most haunted city in the nation and why are we built on our dead. Learn the history of the 26,500 square foot home and who lives there today. You tour will cover all this and much more. We walk at a comfortable pace for everyone, allowing time to enjoy the surroundings and truly experience Savannah. We are always happy to answer questions along the way.
Inclusions: Professional Local Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By NorthStar29933851089
My husband and I really enjoyed our 2 hours with Rose. She was informative and gave us a good sense of the founding of Savannah as well as the city today.
6. Haunted Savannah Ghost and Pub Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 317 reviews
Nightly Spirits Historic Haunted Pub Tours take a look at some of the most haunted places in Savannah while allowing time to really enjoy the "spirits" along the way. Our tours stop at 4 different famous pubs/bars and give you a look into their haunted and historic past. Come try us out, this isn't your ordinary ghost tour and we are confident that you will love our costumed guides!
Inclusions: Guide, Take-home commemorative can cooler or cup!
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By Brian A
Awesome tour, Jess explained everything very well and definitely knew what she was talking about. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. Beers and Ghost, what else could you ask for..
7. Spirits and Scoundrels Adults Only Savannah Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 38 reviews
The Spirits and Scoundrels tour is our Adults Only tour for ages 18 and up. Join us on a walk through haunted Savannah and discover the darker stories that other tours avoid. See real paranormal evidence caught by our team of paranormal investigators. Our Master Storytellers will regale you with tales of murder, voodoo, and haunted mansions.
Inclusions: Professional Guide, Guided Walking Tour
Exclusions: Parking Fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By MDMomTravels
We really enjoyed our 90+ minute walking tour with Gregg. He is very knowledgeable and a great story teller. You can tell he loves sharing what he knows about Savannah. I highly recommend this tour. It is good for all ages.
8. Savannah Bonaventure Cemetery Journey
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 512 reviews
Bonaventure shouldn't just be toured, it should be storied! As Shannon Scott or his gifted protoge stroll you though a dreamy outdoor art, life & death museum with spectacular natural splendor, you'll be awestruck by not only the depth of stories, but hidden meanings of art and symbolism that adorns graves and how so much of it connects not just to Savannah but the greater world! There is no touring Savannah without Bonaventure and we are the story crew most dedicated to proving that well known local truth!
Inclusions: Professional guide, Professional art historian guide, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, DVD (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Signed Poster Art (Available For Purchase)
Reviewed By suziQ2015
Shannon provided a most entertaining and informational historical tour of Bonaventure Cemetery. I would highly recommend this tour as seeing Savannah would be incomplete without visiting Bonaventure. He even allows well behaved dogs on the tour!
9. Savannah Ghostwalker Tour and Ghost Hunt
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 146 reviews
No Alcoholic beverages permitted on this tour. Visit savannah ghostwalker online for latest calendar, discounts, and to reserve more than 2 guests. We provide real K2 EMF meters for you to use during your tour to hunt for Paranormal Activity. We are locally owned and operated. Our tour is educational and entertaining. We only offer 15 tickets per night for a personal and uncrowded experience. Patrick or Gene, (real locals), will be your licensed city tour guide for this evenings small group walking tour. We have over 25 years experience leading walking tours to the Haunted sites in Savannah. No theatrics, no pre-recorded stories or filler music. We personally narrate this Historical and Haunted Ghost Tour live for you. We will guide you to Savannah's Historic Homes, Squares, Cemeteries, and Battlefields and tell you the History and Hauntings there. Visit our website, for a full description about what separates us from all the other tours.
Inclusions: K2 EMF meters
Exclusions: Tips are not included. If you feel your guide merits a tip it will be graciously accepted
Reviewed By CrystaWare
Gene was awesome! He was knowledgeable, entertaining, and informative. We had so much fun! Would love to go on this tour again!
10. Savannah Night Terrors Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 134 reviews
Our tour is unlike any other in a Savannah. We provide customers with paranormal Investigative equipment such as 4K Night Vision Cameras, Thermal Cameras, Digital Voice Recorders and EMF Detectors
Inclusions: Paranormal Investigative Equipment
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Reviewed By MiriamH0731
This is my 3rd different tour with Mike and never disappoints!!! My son and I had a great time. Love the history aspect. Being able to use all the different equipment makes it so fun and hands on. Been on other tours and they don't even come close. Mike and his whole team are amazing and so professional and so helpful.
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