Savannah at night turns spooky fast. This Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour runs by trolley, with a guide-led, narrated night program plus after dark stops that make the city feel staged for the supernatural. The vibe is fun, not a scary-movie night, and you’ll get a strong dose of Savannah’s darker legends with a wink.

I love the Andrew Low House stop after dark, because you’re seeing a real historic house in nighttime lighting, not just a daytime museum visit. I also like the River Street portion, especially the included chance to check out the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery area during the evening.

One consideration: you do not get cemetery entry after 8 pm, so if you’re picturing a classic graveyard walkthrough, you will be disappointed. The tour stays focused on stories and select nighttime access rather than full cemetery time.

Key things to know before you go

• After-hours access is the big draw, including time at Andrew Low House and a River Street stop tied to Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery.
• You ride first, listen the whole way, since much of the spooky content is delivered via narration during the trolley portion.
• Your guide matters, and the tour’s best moments are often linked to animated, period-style storytelling from guides like Em, Billy, Jojo, Lin, August, or Madam Bella Rouge.
• It’s PG-13 in spirit, meaning mature themes are part of the mix, but it is not a fun-house scream-fest.
• Not for the youngest kids, since children under 6 are not permitted.

The trolley of the doomed: how the night program works

This is built like a night out with a story running through it. You start at 301 E River St and check in at least 15 minutes early, then you’re sorted onto a trolley with a maximum group size of 32 travelers. That cap helps keep it from feeling like a cattle-car tour, and it also makes it easier to hear the guide at key moments.

The timing is tight. You’re looking at about 1 hour 15 minutes total, so every stop has to do its job. The narration happens while you ride, then you get two focused museum and River Street-style visits. If you like tours where the schedule is clear and you are not wandering around trying to figure things out, this format tends to work well.

You should also know what style to expect. This is not a quiet lecture. The tour is narrated with a mix of murder, mayhem, and mysterious happenings, and the pacing leans into humor as a counterweight to the darker stories. One consistent theme from the guide performances is that the “period” approach can be very entertaining, especially when the narrator is animated and loud enough to reach the whole trolley without turning into a shouting match.

Andrew Low House at night: why this stop is more than a photo op

Both of your main on-and-off moments include the Andrew Low House Museum, with about 20 minutes at the first stop and another 20 minutes during the second segment. Admission is included for the house, which matters because it lets you spend your time where it counts, without breaking the flow to buy tickets or ask where to go.

What makes this stop worth planning for is the house itself. It is described as built on a trust lot facing Lafayette Square, and it also connects to Juliette Magill Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts of the USA. You’re learning her story in the setting tied to her life in Savannah, and that context is part of why the nighttime visit feels different than a standard daytime walkthrough.

You also get the garden angle. The house is noted for its mid-nineteenth-century garden, which helps explain how the property functioned in its urban setting. At night, even if you only see parts briefly, the atmosphere does the work. You are standing in a real place with a real timeline, not just listening to spooky stories about it.

A practical note: one of the most common “watch-outs” for this kind of tour setup is physical comfort. The tour is not recommended for guests who cannot safely navigate stairs. That matters because museum access and indoor sections can involve steps, and the tour’s total time is short, so you do not get a lot of flexibility to pause and regroup.

River Street after dark and the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery stop

Your night shifts gears once you hit River Street. This is the part marketed as a stop associated with wandering spirits, and the River Street atmosphere supports it. You are in a lively historic area where night lighting, reflections, and the overall warehouse feel naturally sell the mood.

The tour includes an opportunity to explore the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery area after hours. That matters because it is not just “look from the sidewalk.” You get the chance to go inside (at least within the parts of the location opened for the tour), which typically makes a bigger impression than external sightseeing.

This is also where the story energy often peaks. In the performances, you may see more dramatization and staged moments than you do during the trolley narration. People who love this tour tend to point out that the humor and theatrics help the spooky material land without feeling grim.

One caution, though, especially if your expectations are locked to a cemetery theme: the tour does not function like a full cemetery tour. The key nighttime access is built around specific locations, not a wandering graveyard. If you want a deep cemetery experience, you may want to pair this trolley tour with a daytime cemetery visit on another day.

What you actually hear: murder stories, humor, and a PG-13 edge

The content is centered on Savannah’s “darker side,” with stories of murder, mayhem, and unsettling events threaded through the narration. The tour is rated PG-13, and the provider notes that it is not designed for infants and toddlers. That means you should expect mature themes, but you should not expect graphic horror.

What I like about this setup is that the tour avoids being purely spooky. The humor is not random. It works as a pacing tool so the night stays fun even when the stories turn heavy. Many of the strongest guide moments are described as animated, professional, and able to keep the trolley group together with clear storytelling volume, rather than turning the experience into a chaotic sound circus.

Also, the tour tends to build story focus around places you recognize. If you’ve never been to Savannah, the “here’s what happened and why it matters here” approach helps you start placing things on the map. If you’ve been once already, it gives you a second layer, seeing familiar streets through the lens of rumor, tragedy, and local lore.

There’s even mention in the experience details that you may use paranormal equipment. Not every part of that is guaranteed in the information you have, but if it’s offered during your departure, it’s the kind of extra that makes the tour feel hands-on without turning into a gimmick.

Price and value: what $39.54 gets you in practice

At $39.54 per person, this is not the cheapest thing in Savannah, but it also isn’t priced like a luxury, all-day production. The value comes from two places:

1. You get admission included at Andrew Low House, and that stop is not just a quick glance.
2. Nighttime access is part of the package, including time at River Street locations that are not always open for regular sightseeing.

If you would otherwise pay for museum entry and then add separate nighttime activities, this can start to look like a reasonable deal. You are also buying time. The guide handles directions, timing, and storytelling, and the trolley solves the “how do we get between these places at night” problem.

Where the math can go against you is if you prefer very serious history over dramatization, or if you come expecting a cemetery-focused tour. For some visitors, that mismatch is what leads to disappointment. For most, the blend of story, humor, and access is exactly the point.

Who this tour suits best (and who should skip it)

This tour is a good fit for you if:

• you like short, structured experiences where the schedule stays tight
• you want Savannah at night without doing all the planning yourself
• you enjoy spooky stories with a light comedic edge
• you’re traveling as a couple, small group, or family older than the minimum age

It’s less ideal if:

• you want a true cemetery walk at night, because cemetery entry after 8 pm is not permitted
• you have trouble with stairs, since the tour is not recommended for guests who cannot safely navigate steps
• you’re bringing young kids, since children under 6 are not permitted

Booking timing and what to plan for on the ground

The tour is typically booked about 12 days in advance on average, so if you’re traveling in a busy season or on a weekend, I’d aim to book early. Your goal is to secure a departure slot that matches your pace and avoids stress.

Also plan around weather. The experience requires good weather, and if it’s canceled due to poor conditions, you’re offered a different date or a full refund. For a trolley tour that relies on nighttime walking inside and outside locations, weather can change the whole feel of the evening.

When it comes to clothing and comfort, keep it practical:

• Wear shoes that work on evening sidewalks if you need to walk between the trolley and indoor spaces.
• Bring a light layer, because Savannah nights can feel cooler once the sun drops.
• If you are hard of hearing, pay attention to volume and position. People note that some guides manage sound very well, and you can help yourself by staying close to the narrator or at a spot with clear line-of-sight.

My take: is this the right ghost tour for your Savannah trip?

I think this tour is a strong choice if you want an easy, nighttime way to experience Savannah’s haunted reputation without spending the entire night on foot. The Andrew Low House connection is meaningful, and the River Street stop adds that night-in-the-city feeling that makes ghost stories land better. When the guide nails the pacing, the whole thing feels like a fun guided show with real places at the center.

Should you book it? Yes, if your top priority is after-hours access plus entertaining storytelling in a compact time window. Be cautious if your main goal is cemetery exploration after dark, because that part is off-limits.

If you’re on a first trip to Savannah, this also works nicely as an orientation tour for where things sit in the city. Then you can choose a more specialized history stop the next day, if you want more serious detail in daylight.

FAQ

Where does the Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour depart?

The tour departs from 301 E River St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA.

How early should I arrive?

Check in at least 15 minutes before your tour start time.

How long is the tour?

The tour runs about 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.).

Is Andrew Low House included in the tour, and is admission covered?

Yes. Andrew Low House Museum is included twice in the itinerary, and admission is included.

Do you enter cemeteries during the tour?

No. Due to city ordinance, the tour is not permitted to enter cemeteries after 8 pm, and most tours occur after that time.

Is the tour suitable for kids?

Children under 6 years old are not permitted on the tour.

How scary is it?

It is rated PG-13 due to mature subject matter covered in the stories.

Are food, drinks, or alcohol allowed?

Food and drinks are welcome, but alcoholic beverages are not allowed.

What happens if the tour is canceled due to weather?

The experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.