Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour

Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour

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Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour

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Learn about the journey of the urban slaves of Savannah from Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller ‘Sistah Patt’

Embark on a remarkable journey of Savannah's past with the Savannah Slavery to Freedom Tour featuring Savannah’s own Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller ‘Sistah Patt.’ This is a tour about the African American journey from slavery to freedom during the Antebellum days on the coast of Savannah. The tour begins aboard a Gray Line vehicle before embarking on a 60-75 minute guided walking tour along River Street, Factor's Walk, Bay Street, and Johnson Square, and learn about the incredible journey to freedom as you board the vehicle and travel past the Second African Baptist Church

Free Cancellation Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours prior to departure
2H-2h30min Duration of experience
Tour Guide / Driver Type of tour leader

Experience

2-2.5 hour Guided Tour (about 1.5 hour walking tour, 30 minute bus tour)

  • 2-2.5 hour Guided Tour (about 1.5 hour walking tour 30 minute bus tour)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 'Sistah Patt' Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller
  • River Street
  • African American Monument
  • Cluskey Vaults
  • Johnson Square
  • Second African Baptist Church

  • Gratuities for Guides
  • Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Cost of parking

  • Please confirm date and times before submitting a reservation.
  • Please note that booking time is the times are exact and not an arrival window. Arriving late will not result in a refund.
  • Booking cannot be changed once reservation is made.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • Departs from the Gray Line office at 223 Martin Luther King Blvd.

Our journey begins at Gray Line's office on MLK Blvd and Turner St, where we will board a trolley that will take us down River St. Along the way, we ... See more

Restrictions
Please note that a major portion of this tour is walking. The roads we will take you down are uneven.
Highlights
2-2.5 hour Guided Tour (about 1.5 hour walking tour, 30 minute bus tour)
Includes
  • 2-2.5 hour Guided Tour (about 1.5 hour walking tour 30 minute bus tour)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 'Sistah Patt' Master Gullah Geechee Truth-Teller
  • River Street
  • African American Monument
  • Cluskey Vaults
  • Johnson Square
  • Second African Baptist Church
Excludes
  • Gratuities for Guides
  • Water
  • Sunscreen
  • Cost of parking
Essential Information
  • Please confirm date and times before submitting a reservation.
  • Please note that booking time is the times are exact and not an arrival window. Arriving late will not result in a refund.
  • Booking cannot be changed once reservation is made.
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
  • Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
  • Departs from the Gray Line office at 223 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Restrictions
Please note that a major portion of this tour is walking. The roads we will take you down are uneven.
Itinerary
Our journey begins at Gray Line's office on MLK Blvd and Turner St, where we will board a trolley that will take us down River St. Along the way, we will delve into the stories of enslaved workers who built the warehouses lining the street.

  • Our walking tour will begin at the African American Monument, where we will discover the path taken by enslaved Africans, from their arrival on the Savannah River to being sold in Johnson Square. As a direct descendant of African slaves from ... See more
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    Customer Reviews

    4.0
    based on 3 verified reviews
    Mar 11 2024
    Sister Pat is a gem of living history and knowledge of past history. I was so inspired by her dedication “Making of good trouble “.
    Lesley Powell
    Nov 2 2023
    This was a very moving and touching experience. Sis. Patt was very knowledgeable and experienced. She did an Awesome job taking us from Slavery to Freedom. I recommend this tour to everyone visiting Savannah.
    Sherry Masterson

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