Savannah: Historical Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks Included

Ghosts prefer a good bar. Savannah’s historical pub crawl pairs eerie stories with three included drinks, giving you a lively way to see the city after dark. I like the mix of Savannah history and ghost lore, and I also like that the drinks are included rather than added one by one as the evening unfolds. The main drawback is pace: two hours goes quickly, and a walking tour with several drink stops may feel brief if you want a detailed look at every square.

The route begins at the Georgia Tasting Room and finishes in Chippewa Square. Along the way, you can choose beers, cocktails, or champagne, including a signature cocktail made especially for the tour. I would book it for an easygoing evening with friends, but I would not choose it as my only history tour in Savannah.

Key points to know before booking

• Three drinks are included: Choose from beer, cocktails, or champagne during the walk.
• The stories are the main attraction: Expect tales of unfortunate souls, unusual sightings, dark deeds, and Savannah’s early years.
• Chippewa Square is the finish: The tour ends at this historic square, connected with the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812.
• Austin and Chris earned special praise: Austin was celebrated for his storytelling and humor, while Chris was praised for his city knowledge, patience, and helpful recommendations.
• The tour runs in all weather: Bring an umbrella, since the walk continues rain or shine.
• Plan for a 21-plus evening: Alcohol is served only to people aged 21 and older.

What this Savannah pub crawl is really like

This is not simply a bar-hopping night with a few ghost stories added. The walk uses Savannah’s old squares and streets as the setting for stories about the city’s beginnings, grim events, and reported supernatural sightings.

That setting matters. Savannah is a city where a short walk can move you from formal public space to a spot tied to a disturbing tale. You are not sitting in one room listening to a lecture. You are moving through the city while the guide connects places, people, and legends.

The tour lasts two hours, which gives it a useful middle ground. You get more structure than wandering into bars on your own, but less time than a long historical walk. I see it as an evening introduction, not a full survey of Savannah’s past.

The drinks help set a relaxed tone. Three beers, cocktails, or glasses of champagne are included, so you do not have to keep reaching for your wallet at every stop. The exact drinks and bars can vary, but the experience includes local brews, classic cocktails, and a signature drink created for the tour.

Starting at the Georgia Tasting Room

Meet your Sip ’n Shop Savannah guide at the entrance to the Georgia Tasting Room. This is the practical starting point, so I would allow a few extra minutes to find the entrance and gather your group before the scheduled departure.

The opening drink gives the evening an easy start. If you enjoy beer, the tour offers a chance to sample Georgia craft beer. If beer is not your preference, cocktails or champagne are available instead. That choice makes the experience more flexible than a pub crawl built around one drink style.

The tour description does not promise a fixed list of bars or a specific drink for every departure. That is useful to remember. Go expecting a guided route through historic drinking spots, not a guaranteed list of named venues.

The Georgia Tasting Room meeting point also keeps the first step simple. You do not need hotel transport, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. You should plan to reach downtown Savannah on your own.

Hearing Savannah’s darker stories on foot

Once the group sets off, the guide leads you through historic squares connected with Savannah’s past. The stories cover the city’s early beginnings as well as its more troubling episodes, including deaths, dark deeds, and sightings that have given certain places a spooky reputation.

The strongest part of this format is the connection between story and place. A ghost tale carries more weight when you are standing in the square or near the building associated with it. You also get a sense of Savannah’s layout as you walk, rather than seeing isolated stops from a vehicle.

Still, keep your expectations in check. A two-hour route cannot explain every square, building, or historical period in detail. The ghost stories receive plenty of attention, while the broader history works more as a thread running through the evening.

Guide quality matters greatly here. Austin received repeated praise for his storytelling, humor, and command of Savannah’s past. One particularly useful account described him handling a large group during stormy weather while keeping people together and maintaining a good mood. That suggests the evening depends not only on the subject matter, but also on the person leading it.

Chris also received strong praise. His ability to add extra historical details while people caught up is a small but valuable skill. His city recommendations were another plus, especially if you want ideas for places to eat or things to do after the tour.

The drink stops and signature cocktail

Three alcoholic drinks are included in the $65 price. You can select beers, cocktails, or champagne, and the route includes a signature cocktail made especially for the tour at a local bar.

That inclusion makes the price easier to assess. If you would normally buy three drinks during an evening out, part of the cost is already covered. You are also paying for the guide, the planned route, and the stories, so the tour can make sense for someone who wants both sightseeing and nightlife in one booking.

The value is less clear if you do not drink alcohol. The supplied details only list alcoholic options, and no nonalcoholic substitute is promised. You may still enjoy the walk and stories, but you would be paying for an important part of the package without using it.

The drink stops are not just refueling points. They create pauses between sections of the walk and give the group time to talk. That helps keep the evening social rather than turning it into a continuous lecture.

You should also pace yourself. Three drinks over two hours can feel quite different from three drinks spread across a long evening. Eat beforehand, drink water when you can, and remember that the walking continues after each stop.

Visiting places linked to unusual sightings

The supernatural side of the tour focuses on places associated with reported sightings and unfortunate souls. The tone appears to be spooky and entertaining rather than a promise that anything paranormal will happen.

That distinction is important. You should book this for atmosphere, storytelling, and a look at Savannah’s darker legends. You should not book it expecting proof of ghosts or a theatrical scare show.

I like this balance because the city itself provides the setting. The guide can explain why a location has gained its reputation, then let you decide how much you believe. The evening works best when you enjoy a good story without needing every detail to be presented as fact.

The stories also give you a different way to think about Savannah. In daylight, the squares may feel calm and formal. At night, the same places can take on a more unsettling mood. The tour uses that change in atmosphere well, though the experience will naturally depend on the weather, the size of the group, and the guide’s style.

Ending at Chippewa Square

The route finishes in Chippewa Square, a fitting place for a tour that links Savannah’s public spaces with its past. The square commemorates the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812, giving the final stop a historical focus beyond ghost stories.

Ending there gives you a clear sense of place. You are not simply dropped at the last bar. You finish at one of Savannah’s notable squares, where you can continue your evening or make your own way back to your accommodation.

The end point is also useful for planning. Since there is no hotel transportation, you should know how you will get from Chippewa Square to your next destination. The experience itself is a walking tour, so comfortable shoes are a sensible choice even though they are not specifically listed among the required items.

How the $65 price measures up

At $65 per person, this tour is not the cheapest way to hear Savannah stories or buy a drink. Its value comes from combining several costs into one evening: a live English-speaking guide, a two-hour walking route, three alcoholic drinks, and access to a planned pub crawl.

I think the price is fair for people who would already spend an evening buying drinks and visiting bars. You receive a social plan, a guide, and historical context instead of having to arrange the night yourself.

The value is stronger when your guide is one of the praised storytellers. Austin’s humor and storytelling, and Chris’s extra historical details and local suggestions, show how much the person leading the walk can shape the experience.

The price is weaker for anyone who mainly wants a serious history lesson, a long walking tour, or a non-drinking activity. You may find a dedicated history tour better suited to that purpose. This experience is built around a blend of drinks, legends, and city walking.

Who should book this tour

I would recommend it to:

• First-time Savannah visitors who want an easy evening introduction
• Couples and friends looking for a social activity with a spooky theme
• People who enjoy local beer, cocktails, or champagne
• Anyone who prefers stories tied to real streets and squares
• Visitors who want guide recommendations for other places to eat and visit

I would think twice if you dislike alcohol, have difficulty with walking, or want a carefully documented account of Savannah’s past. The tour is wheelchair accessible, which is helpful, but the activity still involves moving between locations on foot.

Families should also note the age rule. Alcohol can only be served to people 21 and older, so this is an adults-only activity in practice.

Weather, timing, and useful preparation

The tour runs rain or shine. Bring an umbrella, even if the forecast looks harmless earlier in the day. Stormy conditions have been handled successfully before, but rain can make a walking route less comfortable and may affect how long you want to linger outside.

Wear shoes suitable for two hours of walking and dress for the forecast. The supplied information specifically recommends bringing a driver’s license, which is important for age verification. Keep it with you rather than assuming a digital copy will be enough.

The tour is conducted in English. Starting times vary, so check availability for the date you want. Since the walk ends at Chippewa Square and there is no hotel pickup or drop-off, plan your route to the meeting point and your journey afterward.

The cancellation policy offers some welcome flexibility. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms are useful if your Savannah schedule is still changing.

What the ratings suggest about the experience

The overall rating is 3.9 from 34 reviews, so I would describe the response as generally positive but not flawless. The strongest praise focuses on the guides, especially their storytelling, humor, historical detail, and ability to manage the group.

Austin receives especially warm attention. He is described as funny, personable, and a strong storyteller, with a good grasp of Savannah’s past. Chris is praised for patience, useful recommendations, and the way he fills waiting time with extra facts.

That pattern tells you what to prioritize when deciding. The experience depends heavily on the guide bringing the stories to life. The included drinks are a clear benefit, but the walking route would be much less memorable without a good narrator.

The comments also suggest that the historical material is not an afterthought. The best parts combine ghost stories with information about Savannah itself. If you want only drinks, you can find that on your own. If you want only formal history, choose a dedicated history walk. This tour makes sense because it joins the two.

Should you book the Savannah historical pub crawl?

Book it if you want a relaxed two-hour evening that combines Savannah’s squares, unsettling stories, and three alcoholic drinks. The package is especially appealing for first visits, couples, and friend groups who want a planned night without committing to a long tour.

I would book it with the right expectations. You are getting a lively introduction, not an exhaustive history course, and the exact bars or drinks may vary. If Austin or Chris is leading, their praised storytelling and local advice could add real value, but guide assignments are not guaranteed.

Skip it if you do not drink or if you want a quiet, highly detailed historical walk. For everyone else, this is a practical way to see Savannah after dark, hear about its darker side, and finish at Chippewa Square with the evening still open for dinner or another drink.

FAQ

How long is the Savannah historical pub crawl?

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.

Where does the tour meet?

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

Where does the tour end?

The walking tour ends in Chippewa Square, which commemorates the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812.

Is the tour available in languages other than English?

No. The live tour guide conducts the experience in English.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.