Spooky Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl

Savannah’s haunted past and its open-container-friendly pub scene make a natural pair. This 21-and-over walking crawl begins at the historic 17Hundred90 Inn, then winds through old squares, cemeteries, City Market, and bars with their own dark stories. You get ghost tales, drinks, and a social night out rather than a quiet lecture on local history.

I like the mix of real Savannah landmarks and lively bar stops, especially Colonial Park Cemetery and Wright Square. I also like the rotating guides, since names such as Penny Dreadful, Hoodoo Joe, Madame Redrum, and Hot Rod Rick bring different styles, from detailed storytelling to dad jokes and crowd banter. The main catch is that the experience can feel more like a pub crawl with ghost stories than a full, story-packed ghost tour.

Key points to know before booking

• Four haunted pubs: You visit several historic bars, buy your own drinks, and may carry unfinished beverages as you walk.
• Strong guide personalities: Penny Dreadful, Hoodoo Joe, Madame Redrum, and Hot Rod Rick have received especially warm praise for humor, local tales, and crowd interaction.
• Historic Savannah on foot: The route includes Colonial Park Cemetery, Wright Square, City Market, and areas near River Street.
• About two hours: The tour starts at 7:30 p.m. and usually lasts between 1 hour 45 minutes and 2 hours.
• A social night out: Groups can reach 30 people, so expect conversation and mingling as well as storytelling.
• Bring weather-ready clothes: This is mainly outdoors, and the tour runs in rain, snow, or sunshine unless poor weather forces cancellation.

A haunted night that begins at 17Hundred90

Meet at 7:30 p.m. outside the 17Hundred90 Inn and Restaurant on East President Street. This is a fitting starting point: the building is one of Savannah’s best-known old taverns, and its connection to local ghost lore sets the tone before the walking begins.

From there, your guide leads the group into the historic district. The route is designed to link four drinking stops with stories told along the sidewalks and in front of notable buildings. You will not spend the entire evening seated inside pubs. That distinction matters. If you want a traditional ghost tour with one story after another, this may feel light. If you want to meet people, have a few drinks, and hear spooky tales along the way, the format makes good sense.

The guides are a major part of the experience. Penny Dreadful is especially well suited to people who want a strong storyteller with local recommendations. Hoodoo Joe has been praised for mixing history, ghost lore, jokes, and conversation. Hot Rod Rick is known for a playful delivery and dad jokes, while Madame Redrum and Abbie Normal bring theatrical energy.

Guide quality can vary on any tour with several people sharing the work. One guide was described as distracted and unprepared, and the company said that person was removed from pub-crawl duties. That appears to be an exception, but it is fair to keep in mind when deciding how much depends on the evening’s host.

Colonial Park Cemetery: the first serious dose of Savannah’s past

One listed stop is Colonial Park Cemetery, where you spend about 15 minutes. This is Savannah’s oldest municipal cemetery, with graves and stories tied to Revolutionary War soldiers and victims of yellow fever.

The cemetery gives the tour its strongest historical setting. In daylight, the grounds are a calm place to understand Savannah’s age. At night, the same setting feels more atmospheric, particularly when a guide connects the burial ground to illness, war, and the people who shaped the city.

Expect to stand outdoors while the guide speaks. This is not a cemetery entry tour with an extended indoor presentation. You may hear stories about spirits, local legends, and the people associated with this part of town before moving on toward the next bar.

The outdoor format has a practical downside. A January evening can be cold, and there is no guarantee that a pub will be available as a warm classroom while the guide talks. Wear a jacket, and consider comfortable shoes rather than dressing only for a night at the bar. The route involves plenty of walking and standing.

Wright Square and Savannah’s grim public past

Wright Square is another key stop. It was once known as the old hanging square, which gives the guide a darker piece of Savannah’s public history to work with.

This is the kind of stop that helps explain why Savannah ghost tours focus on specific squares rather than simply wandering from bar to bar. The city’s historic center is laid out around public spaces, and each square has layers of political, social, and sometimes grim history. Wright Square adds a more serious edge to the evening before the group returns to the social side of the crawl.

The quality here depends on the guide’s ability to tell a clear story. Some guides have been praised for captivating delivery and true historical accounts. Other accounts describe longer stories, less spooky material, or too much time standing around. You should expect a conversational presentation, not a tightly scripted stage show.

City Market, River Street, and the walking route

The route also reaches the heart of Savannah’s City Market and an area just above River Street. These sections give you a broader look at the historic district and break up the cemetery and square stops with commercial streets, old buildings, and bar entrances.

City Market is a natural place for a pub crawl because it is central, easy to reach by public transportation, and full of evening activity. It can also be loud and crowded, especially on Halloween, St. Patrick’s Day, weekends, and busy months such as March and October. A large group is harder to keep together in those conditions, and it may be harder to hear a guide beside active nightlife.

The walk toward River Street adds variety, but remember that this is not a sightseeing bus tour. You are moving from place to place on foot, with stops for drinks and stories. The exact bar order can change, and the end point may be Colonial Park Cemetery or, at times, Chippewa Square. Treat the listed end point as approximate rather than planning a tightly timed pickup immediately afterward.

Four pubs, four chances for a different mood

The crawl includes four haunted pubs, though the individual bar names are not fixed in the supplied details. You stop for a drink, then may take an unfinished beverage with you as the group continues. That small feature is useful. You do not have to rush through a drink just because the group is ready to leave.

Drinks are not included in the $33 price. Your final cost depends on what and how much you order. The bars are described as a mix of lively spots and dive-style taverns, with some locations more popular than others. The 17Hundred90 is a particularly important stop for people interested in Savannah ghost lore, and the route may include a key-lime pie shot there.

The pub visits are not simply drink breaks. Guides often add a haunted tale or a bit of background about the building. That helps connect the nightlife to Savannah’s older streets. Still, you should not expect long stays at every bar. One person found the bar visits too short, while another appreciated the quick service and the chance to keep moving.

If you are a wine drinker, the route may not suit you. The experience is built around pubs and taverns rather than wine-focused venues. Beer, shots, and mixed drinks fit the setting better, although the precise drink selection is not specified.

How the group size changes the experience

The maximum group size is 30. That is large enough to create an easy social atmosphere, but also large enough to affect the storytelling.

With six or so people, the guide can adjust the route, answer questions, and keep everyone involved. A group of 25 to 30 feels more like a moving party. You may make friends quickly, and the walk between bars can be as entertaining as the stories. On the other hand, the guide has more people to gather at crossings, more orders to wait for, and more voices to compete with.

This is the central choice you need to make. The tour works best if you want a casual night out with a bit of history and spooky entertainment. It is less suitable if you want a quiet, highly structured investigation of Savannah’s legends.

The experience is also not recommended for people with mobility issues. The route includes substantial walking and standing, and the group moves between several locations. Most people can participate, but comfortable footwear is important.

The guides make or break the night

The most consistently praised part of the experience is the guide’s personality. Penny Dreadful is a strong choice for an animated storyteller who can add restaurant and sightseeing suggestions. Hoodoo Joe is a good fit if you enjoy jokes, conversation, and stories that connect Savannah history with ghost lore.

Hot Rod Rick brings a lighter mood and plenty of humor. Madame Redrum has been praised for her stage presence and ability to keep the crawl fun in crowded conditions. Abbie Normal is also described as funny and personal in her approach.

These names are worth noting, but you may not be able to select a particular guide when you book. The company has indicated that a requested guide may be possible if that person is working on your date, so it is worth asking if a specific style matters to you.

The best guides treat the evening as a shared experience rather than a memorized speech. They ask questions, respond to the group, and use the streets and pubs as part of the story. That approach creates memorable moments, but it also means the amount of history can vary from one night to another.

When to go for the best balance

Thursday appears to be a smart choice if your schedule allows it. The bars are likely to be easier to manage than on a major weekend, while the city still has enough evening energy to make a pub crawl feel lively.

Avoid major celebration dates if your priority is hearing every story. St. Patrick’s Day can make it difficult to keep a group together and hear the guide. Halloween is also especially crowded. March and October are active periods, and the first bar may have long waits for drinks.

Weather deserves attention. The tour runs outdoors and is offered in rain, snow, or sunshine, except when poor weather leads to cancellation. If you book in winter, dress warmly. If rain is in the forecast, bring suitable clothing rather than assuming every story will take place indoors.

Is $33 a fair price?

At $33 per person, the admission covers the guide and the haunted pub crawl, but not drinks. I consider that fair if you value the combination of a walking tour, local stories, and four bar stops. You are paying for the route, guide, and social structure, not for a series of included beverages.

The value is strongest for a first evening in Savannah. You get an introduction to several central areas, a few historic landmarks, and a practical look at bars you might return to later. The guide can also provide ideas for restaurants and other things to do.

The value drops if you want an information-heavy ghost tour or dislike group nightlife. In that case, part of the $33 pays for a format you may not use. Add your drinks, tips, and any rides afterward to your actual night-out budget.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the 7:30 p.m. start time. Within 24 hours, the payment is not refunded. If bad weather cancels the tour, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Who should book this Savannah crawl?

I would choose this for couples who want a date night with something to talk about, friends looking for a guided bar hop, and first-time visitors who want an evening introduction to Savannah’s old district. It also suits anyone who likes a little history but does not want to sit through a formal lecture.

The tour is not ideal for children, since the minimum age is 21. It is also a poor match for anyone seeking a quiet, intimate walk, a polished theatrical performance, or a wine-centered evening.

The social side is important. You may bond with the group quickly, but you may also find a 30-person crowd too large. Go in expecting laughter, conversation, walking, and several short storytelling sessions. Do not book it expecting every minute to be filled with a ghost tale.

Should you book the Spooky Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl?

Book it if you want Savannah history with drinks, jokes, and a social crowd. The best nights combine a strong guide such as Penny Dreadful or Hoodoo Joe with manageable bar crowds and weather that lets you enjoy the walk.

Think twice if your priority is a serious ghost tour with dense storytelling. For the best chance at a balanced evening, choose a weekday, wear comfortable shoes, bring weather-appropriate clothing, and budget separately for drinks. At $33, it is a reasonable way to see several historic areas and meet people, as long as you understand that the pub crawl is the main event and the ghost stories are woven through it.

FAQ

How long does the Spooky Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl last?

The tour lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours. It begins at 7:30 p.m.

Where does the tour begin?

The meeting point is the 17Hundred90 Inn and Restaurant at 307 East President Street in Savannah.

Where does the tour end?

The tour usually ends at or near Colonial Park Cemetery. On some nights, it may finish near Chippewa Square.

Are drinks included in the $33 price?

No. The price includes the local guide and haunted pub crawl, but you pay separately for drinks at the bars and taverns.

What is the minimum age?

You must be at least 21 years old to join the experience.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded, unless the experience is canceled because of poor weather.