Savannah: Historical Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks Included

Savannah’s dark side comes with a drink. This two-hour walking tour mixes ghost stories, old squares, local beer, cocktails, and champagne, giving you a lively way to see the city after dark. You meet at the entrance to the Georgia Tasting Room, then follow a guide through historic parts of Savannah linked with grim events and unusual sightings.

I like the balance between Savannah history and pub stops, and I like that three alcoholic drinks are included in the $65 price. The main consideration is pace: you are walking, listening, and stopping for drinks in a fairly short window, so this works best if you want an entertaining introduction rather than a slow, detailed study of every square.

Key points before you book

• Three drinks are included: Choose from beer, cocktails, or champagne during the route.
• The tour ends at Chippewa Square: The square commemorates the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812.
• Ghost stories drive the evening: You visit locations tied to sightings, dark deeds, and unfortunate souls.
• The guide matters here: Austin and Chris earned especially strong praise for storytelling, humor, patience, and local recommendations.
• Rain will not cancel the walk: Bring an umbrella and dress for changing weather.
• English and wheelchair accessible: Alcohol is served only to people age 21 and older.

Meeting at the Georgia Tasting Room

Your evening begins at the entrance to the Georgia Tasting Room, where you look for the Sip ‘n Shop Savannah guide. This is a useful starting point because it places you right in Savannah’s historic core and gets the group moving on foot from the beginning.

You do not receive hotel pickup or drop-off, so plan to reach the meeting point on your own. I would arrive a little early, especially if you are unfamiliar with Savannah’s squares or are meeting friends there. Bring your driver’s license, since you will need proof of age for alcoholic drinks.

The tour lasts two hours. That is long enough to hear several stories and make multiple drink stops, but short enough to fit before dinner, after a daytime sightseeing program, or as part of an evening out. You should expect a social experience, not a private walk at your own pace.

Savannah’s past told through its darker stories

The focus is not simply on haunted buildings. The guide connects Savannah’s beginnings with later tales of misfortune, dark deeds, and strange sightings. That approach gives the evening some historical shape instead of turning it into a string of unrelated ghost stories.

I especially like this format for a first visit. Savannah can feel like a puzzle of squares, lanes, churches, and old buildings. A story gives each stop a reason to remember it. Once you hear why a place is linked with a troubled soul or an unusual event, you are more likely to notice it again when walking through the city the next day.

The tone appears to depend heavily on the guide. Austin received repeated praise for his storytelling, humor, and ability to keep a group interested. One account described him as both funny and well informed, while another praised his calm handling of a large group during stormy conditions. Chris also drew strong praise for his city knowledge, patience, stories, and extra bits of information while people caught up.

That is important because pub crawls can easily become loose or noisy. A good guide keeps the history moving while allowing time for drinks and conversation. Based on the strongest feedback, Austin and Chris seem to bring exactly that mix of structure and personality.

Still, ghost stories are presented as entertainment and local lore. If you want an academic account of Savannah’s past, this is not the right format. If you like history with a little theater, humor, and mystery, the approach should suit you well.

Walking through historic squares and reported sighting spots

The route takes you through some of Savannah’s most historic squares. The supplied details do not name every stop, so I would not book this expecting a fixed list of buildings or bars. Instead, think of the route as a guided walk through central Savannah, with the exact storytelling points shaped by the guide and the evening’s group.

At different locations, you hear about people who met unhappy ends and places associated with strange sightings. The value is in the connection between setting and story. You are not sitting in a dark room listening to a performance. You are standing in the city where the tales are set, then walking onward to the next chapter.

That also means comfortable shoes matter. The tour is only two hours, but it is a walking experience from start to finish, with stops for drinks along the way. I would avoid treating it like a bar-hopping night where you can settle in at one place for a long time. The point is movement, storytelling, and a taste of several locations.

The route ends at Chippewa Square, which commemorates the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812. This gives the walk a clear finish and links the spooky theme back to Savannah’s broader public history. It is a fitting ending because the square is not presented only as a ghost-story setting. It also carries a military connection, reminding you that the city’s past includes conflict, commemoration, and civic memory as well as eerie tales.

Three included drinks, with choices beyond beer

Your $65 ticket includes three alcoholic drinks. You can choose from local craft beer, cocktails, or champagne, so you are not locked into a beer-only crawl.

The tour description highlights Georgia craft beer, but the alternatives make the experience easier for mixed groups. One person can try a local brew while another orders a classic cocktail or champagne. That flexibility is a real advantage for couples or friends who do not share the same taste.

You also get a signature cocktail created for the tour at one local bar. That detail gives the drink program a little more character than simply ordering three standard beverages. It is a chance to try something tied directly to the experience rather than choosing the same familiar drink you might order anywhere.

The drinks are part of the value, but they also affect the pace. You are likely balancing conversation, ordering, listening, and walking. I would treat the drinks as part of the evening’s rhythm rather than the main reason to book. If you mainly want a serious tasting session, this tour may feel too story-focused. If you want drinks to support a fun city walk, the arrangement makes sense.

Alcohol is served only to people 21 and older, and you should carry a driver’s license. Anyone who does not drink should know that the included beverages are alcoholic. The supplied details do not promise nonalcoholic substitutes, so I would check before booking if that matters to you.

What the guides add to the experience

A historical pub crawl succeeds or fails on the person holding the group together. Here, the most praised guides are Austin and Chris.

Austin is repeatedly described as an excellent storyteller. His strengths seem to be humor, a strong grasp of Savannah’s past, and the ability to make ghost stories feel lively rather than flat. He was also praised for keeping people laughing, which matters during an evening built around spooky material. Too much solemn narration can become heavy. A little humor keeps the group relaxed.

Chris brings a slightly different set of strengths. He was praised for being patient and for sharing extra facts while waiting for people to catch up. That suggests a guide who pays attention to the group instead of racing from one stop to the next. He also offered useful recommendations for other places to go and things to do in Savannah, which can help you plan the rest of your visit.

You should not assume that every departure will have the same guide. But the available experience points suggest that the company’s strongest guides are good at more than reciting prepared lines. They add local context, answer questions, and keep the evening pleasant when weather or group size creates delays.

One practical detail came through clearly: a large group was handled well during stormy weather. That does not guarantee every departure will feel small or intimate. If you want a private, quiet ghost walk, this may not be your ideal choice. If you enjoy meeting people and sharing reactions during the stories, the group format should work.

Rain or shine in Savannah

This tour runs rain or shine. That is worth taking seriously in Savannah, where an evening can shift from comfortable to wet with little warning. An umbrella is specifically recommended, and I would also wear shoes that can handle a damp walk.

Bad weather may even add atmosphere to a ghost-themed route, but it can also make standing outside less pleasant. If rain is forecast, leave extra time to reach the meeting point and keep your phone or other valuables protected. You will still be walking between stops, and the tour does not turn into an indoor pub session simply because the sky opens.

The activity is listed as wheelchair accessible. Since the available details do not describe the exact surfaces, entrances, or restroom access at each bar, I would confirm any specific mobility needs when booking. The route is in a historic area and includes several stops, so practical details may matter to you.

Is $65 a fair price?

At $65 per person, the price includes the guide, the walking tour, three alcoholic drinks, and a signature cocktail stop. I think the value is reasonable if you would otherwise pay for several drinks during an evening out and you enjoy having a guide connect the locations.

The price is less attractive if you do not drink alcohol or would only want one beverage. In that case, much of what you are paying for is the guided walk and the social format. The tour also does not include transportation, so you must make your own way to and from the route.

The best value comes from the combination. You get a short orientation to Savannah, a set of ghost stories, access to historic squares, and drinks without having to plan each stop yourself. You also avoid the common problem of wandering between bars without knowing which places have a story worth hearing.

I would compare it with the cost of booking a separate history walk and then buying drinks afterward. The tour may save you planning time, even if the main benefit is not simply the beverages. The 3.9 rating from 34 reviews suggests a generally positive experience, though not every departure will land perfectly for every person. That makes the guide, the group, and your expectations especially important.

Who should book this pub crawl?

I would recommend it to adults who want a relaxed evening activity with a strong storytelling angle. It suits a first visit to Savannah because you get history, a look at central squares, and suggestions for other places to visit from a local guide.

It also works well for:

• Couples who want a light, unusual night out
• Friends looking for a social walking activity
• History fans who enjoy ghost stories and local legends
• Beer drinkers who want to try Georgia craft beer
• Cocktail or champagne drinkers who do not want a beer-only crawl
• Visitors who prefer a guided route over planning several bars themselves

I would be more cautious if you want a very detailed historical lecture, a private tour, or a quiet tasting experience. The evening is designed to entertain. You will be moving through the city, sharing the route with a group, and stopping for drinks while the guide keeps the mood lively.

Families with children should also think carefully. The walking tour itself may interest older children, but alcoholic drinks are limited to people 21 and older, and the subject matter centers on dark deeds, deaths, and ghost sightings. The tour is clearly aimed at adults.

Practical advice for a better evening

Wear comfortable shoes and bring an umbrella, even if the forecast looks acceptable. Carry your driver’s license, and allow enough time to find the Georgia Tasting Room entrance without rushing.

I would eat something before the tour or plan food afterward. The activity includes drinks, but it does not mention a meal. Since you are walking and taking three beverages over two hours, starting on an empty stomach is not a smart plan.

Keep your expectations focused. You are not signing up for a full survey of Savannah’s past or a guaranteed encounter with anything supernatural. You are signing up for a guided city walk where history, local lore, humor, and drinks share the stage.

The free cancellation policy allows you to cancel up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which is useful if your schedule is still shifting. Check the available starting times because the tour lasts two hours and departures may vary.

Should you book the Savannah historical pub crawl?

I would book this tour if you want three drinks, a two-hour walk, and entertaining Savannah stories in one package. Austin and Chris received particularly strong praise for humor, storytelling, patience, and local insight, which are exactly the qualities that make this kind of evening work.

I would skip it if you do not drink, dislike group activities, or want a slow and highly detailed history tour. For everyone else, the $65 price is fair when you make use of the drinks and value the convenience of a guide. Bring your license, wear good shoes, pack an umbrella, and let the city’s darker tales set the pace.

FAQ

Where does the Savannah pub crawl meet?

Meet your Sip ‘n Shop Savannah guide at the entrance to the Georgia Tasting Room.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts two hours.

How many drinks are included?

Three alcoholic drinks are included. You can choose from beers, cocktails, or champagne along the route.

Is a signature cocktail included?

Yes. The experience includes a signature cocktail made especially for the tour at a local bar.

Does the tour run in bad weather?

Yes. The tour runs rain or shine. An umbrella is recommended.

What age do I need to be to receive alcohol?

Alcohol can only be served to people age 21 and older. Bring a driver’s license.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the activity is listed as wheelchair accessible.