Port of Savannah Boat Tour
Step aboard the River Explorer and head northwest up the Savannah River under the Talmadge Memorial Bridge as we approach the Port of Savannah. The port is the single largest and fastest-growing container terminal in all of America! With over 37 weekly vessel calls, you are likely to have a mammoth containership cruising right next to you as we make our way up the river.
On this Savannah boat tour, you will learn about the history of the Port of Savannah and what it has done for the state of Georgia, and all of America. No port-tour is alike since the port is changing everyday with all its moving parts. This trip is fun for all ages.
Highlights:
- Tour duration: 1.5 hours
- Trip is narrated by your captain and first mate.
- Sights of the Port of Savannah, containers-ship, and mega yachts.
- Restroom aboard.
- Drinks and snacks available for purchase including beer and wine.
Sunset Dolphin Eco Boat Tour
The only thing that could make a day spent in Savannah better is to finish it off on the water with a breathtaking sunset surrounded by the natural beauty of the Lowcountry waterways!
Come join the captain and crew aboard the River Explorer as they depart River Street in search of the local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins! On this sunset dolphin tour, you will learn the history of Savannah and its surrounding waterways by your captain and first mate. This tour will cover all aspects of our Lowcountry ecosystem and will conclude with a picturesque sunset view of Savannah as we make our way up the river to port. This sunset dolphin tour is fun for all ages.
Highlights:
- Tour duration: 2 hours.
- Trip is fully narrated by the captain and first mate.
- Sightings of dolphins, birds, marine life, and the sunset.
- Sights of containerships headed to the Port of Savannah.
- Restrooms aboard.
- Drinks and snacks available for purchase including beer and wine.
Dolphin Eco Boat Cruise
Come aboard the River Explorer, conveniently located on River Street in downtown Savannah! Join us as the crew embarks on a sightseeing dolphin eco-tour of the Lowcountry! On this dolphin tour in Savannah, you will make your way down river passing the containerships heading up river to the Port of Savannah.
Throughout this dolphin eco tour, you’ll learn the history of Savannah and its surrounding waterways by your captain and first mate as you head out in search of our local Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins. This tour will cover all aspects of our Lowcountry ecosystem, which is where our sea-life truly starts in the protected salt marshes. This dolphin tour in Savannah is fun for all ages.
Highlights:
- Tour Duration: 2 hours
- Trip is fully narrated by the captain and first mate.
- Sightings of dolphins, birds, and other marine life.
- Sights of containerships headed to the Port of Savannah.
- Restrooms aboard.
- Drinks and snacks available for purchase including beer and wine.
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, on the banks of the Ashley River near Charleston, SC, is the Lowcountry’s oldest public attraction. It is a phenomenal horticultural destination, a significant historic and cultural site, and a place of unparalleled natural beauty. We invite you to stroll through our historic gardens, learn about the horticulture and nature thriving in the Lowcountry, survey the wildlife that call Magnolia home, and explore over 300 years of history.
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
- Garden Admission tickets include parking
- 66 acres of public gardens, hiking & biking trails, our Nature & Wildlife Center
- From Slavery to Freedom tour (based on availability and must be scheduled onsite during arrival).
NOTICE: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens is open daily from 9-5 pm with the exception of Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. Our historic gardens are located 12 miles from Charleston International Airport and 13 miles from Downtown Charleston. Guests traveling by Uber, Lyft, or Taxi should consider rush hour traffic and we recommend scheduling your pick up ride ahead of time.
Want to learn more? Be sure to download our free Magnolia Plantation App ahead of your visit!
Bicycle Rental | All-day
All-day rental of lightweight aluminum cruisers that can fit riders from 4' 10" to 6' 4". The bikes are 7-speed comfort hybrids that are perfect for exploring the historic streets of Charleston or crossing the Ravenel Bridge to Mount Pleasant. Business Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
What's Included:
- Same day all-day rental (up to 8 hours)
- Return by 6 p.m. Monday – Friday or by 5 p.m. weekdays.
- Custom maps with safe riding routes.
- Baskets with every bike
- Easy to use locks
Holy City Brewery | BOGO Pint
One of Charleston’s most well-known and successful breweries, Holy City is a Charleston icon serving all styles of beer along with food (view their website for menu) on their expansive grounds and taproom space. Located only 10 minutes away from downtown Charleston in North Charleston. Across the street you’ll find Firefly Distillery (also on TourPass)
Present your pass at the bar and receive a BOGO pint on house made brews only…cannot be used for well drinks or beers not made by Holy City. Please tip the Bartender and drink responsibly. Uber and Lyft ride services are available in the area if needed.
Itty Bitty Donuts | Free 1/2 Dozen
Included with Tour Pass: Receive a 1/2 dozen mini-donuts per person ($5 value).
Serving up hot, made-to-order mini donuts with a wide variety of specialty sugars and fun toppings. Donuts that are always on the menu include cinnamon, chocolate, Cuban espresso and snow caps (dusted with powdered sugar). Guests can visit the Uptown shop (or visit the website) to see the monthly featured specials.
Monday: closes at noon.Tuesday: closed all day
Sixth Sense Ghost Walking Tour
This original and time established classic, the Sixth Sense Savannah Ghosts Tour, is for both the novice and the aficionado seeking great historical narrative and hair-raising paranormal intrigue! Previous to 2002, no ghost storytelling occurred in this central Historic District neighborhood. That all changed when this tour unveiled the haunted history, garnering stories from many friends and neighbors residing there to create the best haunted walking tour of Savannah.
In fact, both Scariest Places On Earth (Linda Blair) & Ghost Hunters episodes were filmed in the neighborhood because of our investigations! That’s the personal nature of what this tour offers guests that will take you up-close with first-hand encounters of disembodied spirits, Ouija board sessions gone awry, poltergeists in plethora, shadow people, warnings from the beyond, and if you are especially after the insiders scoop on Midnight In The Garden of Good and Evil, this is as close to the dark details that you can get while in Savannah! If you want the signature ghost tour of Savannah, this is it!
Highlights of our Sixth Sense Savannah Ghost Tour:
- Tour Duration: 2 hours
- A true neighborhood haunted tour
- The Espy House: Gangsters & ghosts
- The Mercer House: A killer house
- Dr. Corson Mansion: X-rays & exorcism
- Old Candler Hospital / Morgue Tunnels
- Hamilton-Turner Inn: Haunted hospitality
- Calhoun Square: A lost cemetery found
(*) This list represents a partial picture of this tour, but some sites may not be covered due to guide prerogatives, other tour crowds or legal time restrictions on certain sites per Savannah laws.
Photography: Permitted, but please do not use your flash at night and NO video recording.
Accessibility: All sidewalks and parks have handicap access.
Restrooms: No restrooms on this particular ghost tour.
Alcohol: The City of Savannah does have an open container ordinance north of Jones Street; however, unruly patrons may be asked to leave without a refund.
Smoking: Savannah City Ordinance does NOT permit smoking on tours.
Pets: Service animals only please.
Location: Click here for directions. The CORNER of Abercorn and Jones Street. We use the landmark, Clarys Cafe (404 Abercorn St., Savannah 31401) for GPS purposes only. Clarys has a sign stating no tours at their location. We are at the CORNER of ABERCORN and JONES ST. and your guide will meet you there. Please use street parking ONLY – Do not park in Clarys parking lot. Violators will be towed.
Bay Street Bastards Pub Crawl
Bay Street Bastards is a hair-raising True Crime experience in Charleston. This tour has the scoop on the evildoers in the Holy City and their nefarious deeds, and their guides are willing to share.
Charleston is a city steeped in history and stained with blood. You will get a taste of both, as well as a few cocktails (not included with tour admission). Seriously, you might need a few adult beverages to handle some of these stories. The mild climate and brisk river breeze make a perfect backdrop for an extraordinary evening.
Join this tour and sample your choice of cocktails from some of the finest bars Charleston has to offer. Drinks are NOT included with admission for this tour. Age 21+ only.
Where does this Pub Crawl visit?
- Starting location: 200 East Bay Street on the steps of the U.S. Custom House, corner of E. Bay & S. Market Streets.
- Stop #1) Pavillion Bar
- Stop #2) Rudy Royale
- Stop #3) Bumpas
- Stop #4) Blind Tiger Pub
Additional Info:
- Tour duration: 120 minutes.
- Typically starts at 8 pm….view times for more info.
- Adults only. Age 21+.
- Pets are not allowed on this tour.
- Alcohol may not be carried between bars.
Ghosts of Liberty Walking Tour
The Ghosts of Liberty Tour is the only tour in town dedicated to the men and women who gave their lives in defense of freedom and America. Charleston has played an integral part in many of the events that led up to the founding of our Country. You will hear about those people, the events, and their ghosts on the Ghosts of Liberty Tour.
You’ll see some of the most historic buildings in Charleston and learn about the secrets that these locations hold.
Starting in the heart of the Haunted Historic District, your tour guide will lead you through the streets of Charleston as you uncover the unique ghost stories that make Charleston one of the most haunted city in America. Bloody battles? Check. Restless spirits? Check. Be prepared to see Charleston as you have never seen it before on this all ages Ghosts of Liberty Tour.
Additional Tour Details:
- Family friendly but geared towards all ages and adults will enjoy the stories as well.
- Visits 6 to 8 of the most haunted locations.
- Tour begins at the Waterfront Park fountain (Vendue & Concord Streets).
- Tour Duration: 90 minutes.
