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Bonaventure Cemetery: Historic Savannah Tour
4.8
845 Ratings
Savannah
Immerse yourself in Savannah’s rich history with a walking tour of Bonaventure Cemetery and a visit to Wormsloe Historic Site. Explore notable inhabitants, ancient ruins, and indulge in delicious cookies.
Immerse yourself in Savannah’s rich history with a walking tour of Bonaventure Cemetery and a visit to Wormsloe Historic Site. Explore notable inhabitants, ancient ruins, and indulge in delicious cookies.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gray Line Savannah - Embark on a half-day tour to explore two of the city’s most renowned attractions beyond the historic district.
- Bonaventure Cemetery - Begin the day with a tour of Bonaventure Cemetery, where you will discover the stories of notable figures such as Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer, Georgia’s first governor…
- Gray Line Savannah - Embark on a half-day tour to explore two of the city’s most renowned attractions beyond the historic district.
- Bonaventure Cemetery - Begin the day with a tour of Bonaventure Cemetery, where you will discover the stories of notable figures such as Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer, Georgia’s first governor Edward Telfair, philanthropist Mary Telfair, and the poignant tales of poet Conrad Aiken and Gracie Watson. The cemetery walking tour winds through moss-draped oaks and along the bluff of the Wilmington River. Established in 1846, Bonaventure Cemetery is one of the most picturesque cemeteries.
- Wormsloe Historic Site - At Wormsloe, enjoy a stunning drive down the iconic live oak tree-lined avenue. Take a brief walk to view the Plantation Tabby Ruins from the 18th Century and explore the museum at the Georgia State Park Historic Site.
- Byrd Cookie Company - Conclude the tour with a visit to the renowned Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for shopping and sampling Byrd’s Famous Cookies.
What's Included
- Visit Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for shopping and tastings of Byrd’s Famous Cookies
- Walk to see the Plantation Tabby Ruins that date to the 18th Century
- Drive through the famous live oak tree lined drive at Wormsloe Historic Site
- Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off from Savannah’s Historic District Hotels
- Half-Day Wormsloe…
- Visit Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for shopping and tastings of Byrd’s Famous Cookies
- Walk to see the Plantation Tabby Ruins that date to the 18th Century
- Drive through the famous live oak tree lined drive at Wormsloe Historic Site
- Complimentary Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off from Savannah’s Historic District Hotels
- Half-Day Wormsloe Historic Site & Bonaventure Cemetery Tour from Savannah
- Learn about the lives of Bonaventure inhabitants like Johnny Mercer, Edward Telfair, Mary Telfair
What's Not Included
- Food & Drinks (lunch is not included in ticket price)
- Gratuities
- Parking fees at Savannah Visitors Center *(FREE 1st hour & $1.00 each hour following
- Food & Drinks (lunch is not included in ticket price)
- Gratuities
- Parking fees at Savannah Visitors Center *(FREE 1st hour & $1.00 each hour following
Additional Information
The day starts with a guided walking tour of Bonaventure Cemetery, where participants can explore the stories of notable figures such as Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer, Georgia’s first governor Edward Telfair, philanthropist Mary Telfair, and the poignant histories of poet Conrad Aiken and Gracie Watson. The tour winds through…
The day starts with a guided walking tour of Bonaventure Cemetery, where participants can explore the stories of notable figures such as Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer, Georgia’s first governor Edward Telfair, philanthropist Mary Telfair, and the poignant histories of poet Conrad Aiken and Gracie Watson. The tour winds through moss-covered oaks and along the Wilmington River’s bluff. Established in 1846, Bonaventure Cemetery is renowned for its beauty.
After the cemetery tour, enjoy lunch independently at a recommended local restaurant.
Post-lunch, the itinerary includes a visit to Wormsloe, featuring a stunning drive through the iconic live oak tree-lined avenue. A brief walk leads to the Plantation Tabby Ruins from the 18th Century, followed by a visit to the museum at the Georgia State Park Historic Site. The day concludes with a stop at the Famous Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for shopping and sampling Byrd’s Famous Cookies.
- Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
- Per State law, any person entering the premises waives all civil liability against this premises owner and operator for any injuries caused by the inherent risk associated with contracting COVID-19 at public gatherings, except for gross negligence, willful and wanton misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, or intentional infliction of harm, by the individual or entity of the premises.
Location
223 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Our guide will be at the Gray Line Savannah's Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. office.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(845 Ratings)
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Shelleybr8156sc
Apr 13, 2026
Excellent Experience - This tour was amazing! Everything was taken care of for us - all we needed to do was show up! They confirmed with us the day before and coordinated our pick up at our hotel in downtown Savannah. Our guide, Dennis, was knowledgeable, personable, and a pleasure to spend the day with! The amount of people on the tour was just right so we could ask questions but not feel obligated to. Also, it was a good value for the experience!
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H9109pjcraigc
Apr 12, 2026
A great value for a memorable journey - This is an excellent tour. Both stops provide a nice balance of regional history, nature, and awesome beauty. Our guide, Dennis, has a wealth of information on all related topics. It is a great value for the money, and time well spent.
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Katelyn_d
Apr 11, 2026
Make this a priority! - I’m probably a tour guide’s worst nightmare because I can be a bit feral, wanting to see what I want to see. But this tour was a highlight of my trip and Albert was so gracious, patient, and thoughtful, really making sure everyone had the experience they hoped for. He really knows his history and was so informative. Bonaventure was beautiful, certainly, but also Wormsloe. Incredibly special place! And the swing through the Isle of Hope was an added gem! Even if you have limited time in Savannah, if you love nature, I would make this a priority!
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Miradixon
Apr 8, 2026
Great tour! - Albert is a fantastic knowledgeable tour guide. We enjoyed listening his stories, and relaxed, not rushed approach. Lunch stop, at own cost was great addition. We would recommend Albert and Kelly tours.
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Freedom25283963382
Apr 8, 2026
Thanks Albert - Albert was great. Very smooth ride and he didn't rush. Thank you!
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M5580tubriank
Apr 8, 2026
Would highly recommend - Albert was AMAZING!!!
Very knowledgeable and a fun Experience!!!!
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Lisa_k
Apr 5, 2026
Ashley gives a great tour - Ashley was a great tour guide. Not only a wealth of knowledge, but she genuinely cared that we all were safe, not getting bitten up by bugs, and of course, enjoying ourselves. The lunch at Erica Davis Lowcountry was amazing too.
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Brian
Apr 3, 2026
Excellent tour and a great value - Our tour guide, Ashley, did a great job of explaining all the historical locations in the cemetery and the plantation. Our tour was seven hours long, which made it a great value. Highly recommended!
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Elan_f
Apr 12, 2026
Rigid and disappointing - We left the tour feeling disappointed with the experience. The guide’s delivery was scripted and lacked flexibility, as he often declined to answer questions that didn't fit his specific timeline. He also followed a rigid schedule that didn't account for individual preferences; for example, we asked to walk the Oak Tree Boulevard when we arrived there, but he told us to get back in the van to move on to a museum at the end of the boulevard that we found unengaging. The content was also a bit of a concern. A significant amount of time was spent on local trivia, such as the opening of nearby shopping centers, rather than connecting Savannah’s development to broader American history. As history buffs, we were looking for a more thorough overview of Georgia’s past, including the history of slavery and the Jim Crow era. While we know specialized tours exist for those topics, omitting them here felt like a missed opportunity for a general history tour.
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R3777kwtoddr
Apr 6, 2026
More detail please. - The experience was not good and entirely avoidable. My wife is very motion sensitive and doesn't travel well in busses. The advertising for this excursion doesn't mention the amount of bus travel involved. The initial bus ride was nearly 30 minutes and my wife got sick. The bus driver did a good job but round-abouts and bumpy roads were too much for her. And this was only the first of several bus rides in that excursion. We discontinued the activity and she was sick for the rest of the afternoon. Had I known the actual amount of bus riding I would NOT have booked the trip. I would suggest that you be more detailed in exactly what to expect. You can't assume that I would know the geography of the area.
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