Savannah at night has teeth. I love the trolleybus format for seeing the Historic District without doing a bunch of walking, and I love the Andrew Low House interior stop that turns ghost stories into something you can stand inside. The one thing to keep in mind is the pace, the whole experience is about 80 minutes, so you will get highlights, not a slow, lingering visit.

You start down at the waterfront, roll through key squares like Columbia Square and Wright Square, then finish with a rare nighttime visit into the haunted Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery. Along the way, the guide mixes humor with tales of murder, intrigue, and the city’s long memory, including stories tied to Colonial Park Cemetery.

Key takeaways before you go

• Rare nighttime entry to the haunted Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery adds real atmosphere, not just sightseeing
• Andrew Low House access gives you that inside-the-story feeling, with unrest and haunting tales explained on site
• Historic District squares on wheels means you can connect names like Columbia Square, Wright Square, and Telfair Square to what you see outside
• Colonial Park Cemetery gets a full story arc, so it feels less like a quick glance and more like part of the narrative
• Costumed guides and staged moments help the ghost tour stay fun, even if you do not buy into every haunting claim
• Limited time means quick stops, so plan to enjoy the big beats rather than expect extended walkthroughs

The Trolley of the Doomed: how the 80 minutes actually feel

This is a night tour built around short stops and a guided ride, not a long walking marathon. You get trolley transportation for the bulk of the time, which matters in Savannah because it is easy to spend a whole evening shuffling between distant corners of the Historic District. Here, you stay in motion, you get context, and you can look up and around at the streetscape.

The total duration is 80 minutes, and that’s a good sign if you want something spooky but not exhausting. It is also the reason the narration tends to move with confidence. If you like slow museum-style pacing, you may wish for more time inside the big stops. If you like a tight story line, you will likely enjoy how everything ties together.

One more practical note: this is on a trolley, so sound can vary a bit depending on where you sit. If you think you might have trouble hearing toward the back of a vehicle, aim for a spot where you can face the guide and the driver can still hear the group directions. That simple choice can make the difference between catching every punchline and catching only the major beats.

Simply Savannah meeting point and what to look for

You meet at the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot. The vehicle to find is the black trolley with Ghosts & Gravestones written on the side. Guides are dressed in historical outfits, with men wearing a white shirt, bowtie, and suspenders, and women wearing a long white dress with an apron. It sounds like a small detail, but it helps you spot the right group quickly when you are arriving at night.

The tour normally starts at the depot, but there is one schedule change to note: on March 14 to 16, 2025, the Ghosts & Gravestones Tour departs from 250 MLK Blvd and still stops at the Andrew Low House and Colonial Park Cemetery. If you are traveling around those dates, confirm your exact departure point when you book.

From there, you roll out into Savannah’s Historic District with stops that feel like chapters. Instead of just hearing random spooky facts, you see how the city’s layout supports the stories.

Olde Harbour Inn and the Pirate’s House: opening mood on the waterfront

The tour kicks off with a stop near the Olde Harbour Inn and then moves toward the Pirate’s House. These early stops set the tone fast: Savannah’s maritime past and its reputation for intrigue show up in the way the guide frames the city. You are not just looking at pretty streets. You are learning why the waterfront, the inns, and the river trade mattered in the first place.

What I like about this opening is how it helps you read the city like a story. Even if you already know Savannah’s general charm, this part nudges you toward the darker angle: conflict, opportunists, and people who benefited from chaos. It gives your brain a map for the later stops, especially when the tour starts talking about River Street legends and waterfront events over the centuries.

Columbia Square and Colonial Park Cemetery: the city’s darkest chapters

Next come Columbia Square and then Colonial Park Cemetery. These are not just “pretty places you pass.” Squares in Savannah are social engines. Cemeteries are memory machines. Put them together and you get that Savannah feeling of history layered on top of itself, where the past does not stay in the past.

In this part of the tour, you can expect murder and mayhem stories woven into the reasons the spots matter. If you like ghost tours that feel grounded in place, this is where the tour earns its keep. The guide’s job here is to connect the name on the map to a narrative, and to explain how the city’s layout shaped what happened.

A small consideration: cemeteries can be emotionally intense for some people, even when the framing is more story than scare. If you prefer spooky fun with less darkness, you may want to emotionally pace yourself here. You do not have to tune out, just be ready for a heavier theme relative to the lighter jokes that show up elsewhere.

Andrew Low House interior tour: the best reason to book

The highlight stop is stepping into the Andrew Low House. This is where the tour goes from trolley stories to actual walls that have seen (or at least are framed as having seen) unsettled events. You get an entry and guided tour inside, with tales of unrest and hauntings tied to the Low family and the home itself.

Why this matters for you: the Andrew Low House stop is the kind of experience that makes a ghost tour feel real. Outside, you can imagine. Inside, you are surrounded. The guide typically uses the room-to-room layout to keep the story moving, rather than leaving you with a vague “spooky here” feeling.

Time is still a reality in an 80-minute format. Some people wish they had more time in the house, which tells you the stop is a meaningful highlight but not a long, slow exploration. If you want to take extra photos or linger in one corner, arrive with the mindset that this is a guided interior beat.

Also consider hearing and comfort. House interiors can have their own acoustics, and you will likely move with the group. If you are sensitive to crowds, pick a spot where you can see the guide without constantly turning your neck.

Wright Square and Telfair Square: seeing the city between scares

After the Low House, the trolley continues through Wright Square and Telfair Square. These stops work as story transitions. They remind you that Savannah’s haunting reputation is not only about one building or one tragedy, it is about a whole network of places where people lived, traded, gathered, and faced consequences.

This is also the portion of the tour where you can practice “Savannah reading.” When you look out at the architecture, the squares, and the streets, you start connecting the tour’s narrative to what you see. Later, when you walk around on your own, those names and themes stick more easily because you saw them in motion with context.

If you are a first-time Savannah visitor, this part is helpful. You get a fast primer on the Historic District’s structure: square after square, each with its own vibe, each used as a storytelling platform. You leave with more than spooky moments, you leave with a sense of where things are and how they connect.

Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery: nighttime entry with theatrical energy

The last major stop is the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery, a 19th-century shipping warehouse restored from an era long past. This is an exclusive nighttime entry, and it is one of the biggest reasons this tour feels different from “drive past and talk” ghost tours.

Why it works: a ship chandlery is a place tied to River Street and waterfront life. That means the stories feel built on something practical, not just made-up dread. You are inside a structure connected to how goods moved, how people worked, and how the river shaped daily life. The guide then links these legends to the Savannah Waterfront and River Street over the centuries.

From the experience side, this stop also tends to bring more acting and staged moments into the mix, which keeps the tour from getting too heavy. It is the kind of final act that can make the whole evening feel like a show rather than a lecture.

One consideration to plan for: if you care about the interior details, this is where you should pay extra attention. The stop is meaningful, but it is still part of the overall 80 minutes. Treat it as the finale, not a separate museum visit where you can slow down and read every sign.

Cost and value at $39 per person

At $39 per person for an 80-minute, guided, nighttime trolley tour with interior access at both the Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Chandlery, this is priced like an activity, not like just transportation plus a story. What makes it feel like good value is the inclusion of two real “inside” experiences, plus the ride through multiple Historic District locations.

If you were to try to recreate this on your own, you would likely spend more time and money piecing together separate visits, then lose the guided connection that makes the places click. Here, you get the route and the storytelling structure, with the best sites folded into the same evening.

You also get entertainment value. Many guides are praised for humor, personality, and keeping people engaged for the full run time. I have seen standout mentions for guides such as Emma, Maria, Red, Olive, Temperance, Esther, and Rafael, plus drivers like Larry and Mike, and the tour host styles can vary. That matters because a ghost tour lives or dies on delivery.

Who should book this tour, and who might want a different plan

This is a fun choice if you want spooky Savannah without a long walk. It is also ideal for first-time visitors because you get key squares, cemetery context, and the two big interior stops in one night.

It is not suitable for:

• Children under 6
• Wheelchair users
• Unaccompanied minors
• People traveling with pets, and no smoking is allowed
• People carrying luggage or large bags

If you are traveling with older kids, this can work well because it is story-forward and trolley-based. If you are traveling with anyone who needs full accessibility accommodations, you will want to look for a different format.

If you hate surprises, consider this: the tour uses staged moments and strong storytelling pacing. That is the point, but if you prefer minimal scare energy, you might mentally choose the “fun history” approach instead of expecting a quiet, academic experience.

Practical tips to get the most from your night

• Sit where you can clearly see and hear the guide. One small placement issue can change the whole experience.
• Plan for limited time inside each major location. This tour is about the high-impact moments, not spending hours in a house.
• Wear layers. Nighttime temperatures can shift quickly, and being on a trolley means you feel the night air more than you would inside.
• Bring your curiosity for history, not just ghosts. The tour spends real time explaining how the waterfront and squares relate to the legends.
• If you want your favorite stop to feel less rushed, decide ahead of time which one matters most to you: Andrew Low House or Perkins and Sons Chandlery, then focus your energy there.

Should you book this Ghosts & Gravestones trolley tour?

I think you should book it if you want a nighttime Savannah highlight that combines trolley views, humor-driven storytelling, and true interior access. For $39, you are paying for a guided evening that covers multiple key places plus two stops you cannot just see from the street.

Skip it or rethink it if you need longer time inside attractions, if you are sensitive to pacing, or if your group includes anyone who cannot do the tour’s constraints (age limits, wheelchair unsuitability, or the no-large-bag rule).

If your goal is to leave Savannah with names like Columbia Square, Wright Square, Telfair Square, Colonial Park Cemetery, the Andrew Low House, and Perkins and Sons Chandlery all tied together in your head, this tour is built for exactly that.

FAQ

How long is the Savannah Ghosts and Gravestones tour?

The tour lasts about 80 minutes.

What is the price per person?

The price is $39 per person.

What does the tour include?

It includes trolley transportation, a live English guide, exclusive nighttime entry to Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery, and entry and a tour inside the Andrew Low House.

Where do I meet for the tour?

Meet at the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot and look for the black trolley with Ghosts and Gravestones written on the side. Guides wear historical-style outfits.

Does the tour have any special schedule changes?

On March 14 to 16, 2025, the tour departs from 250 MLK Blvd and still stops at the Andrew Low House and Colonial Park Cemetery.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes, the tour guide speaks English.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed.

Can children join the tour?

Children under 6 years old are not suitable, and unaccompanied minors are not allowed.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

No, it is not suitable for wheelchair users.