This tour is led by a former National Park Service Ranger who served on Civil War Battlefields! This is Savannah's only tour focusing solely on the Civil War. We'll begin with the Secession movement and its local leaders. We'll then progress through the war itself, making stops at sites that still exist to this day. The tour will continue with General Sherman's occupation of Savannah, and we'll tie it up with the immediate aftermath of the war on Savannah.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Johnson Square
- We'll meet in Savannah's oldest square to discuss the Secession movement, including an important 1860 rally that took place here. We'll also discuss a man who had an office on the square.
Marshall House Hotel
We'll discuss this antebellum hotel's history and role during the war.
Oglethorpe Square
Among stately Live Oaks, you'll learn about Savannah's wartime appearance.
Independent Presbyterian Church
On our way to the church, we'll stop by the home of a famous Confederate general. At the church, you'll learn of not only its history, but the Civil War history of a nearby home as well.
Chippewa Square
We'll jump back to just before the Civil War to outline a notorious speech given on this square.
Madison Square
Here, you'll see Sherman's headquarters. We'll discuss the military and political challenges he faces while in Savannah.
Ending Point
Andrew Low House
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Private tour with licensed guide.
Admission to historic homes, though the history of the homes will be discussed from the outside.
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes. Also, feel free to bring water for those warmer months.
For Sundays, we can typically only provide tours after 1:00 PM.
I'm Brandon, the city's only former National Park Service Ranger now giving tours. I've been voted Savannah's best the last four years!
$400/ per group