
Savannah Irish History Walking Tour
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4.2/5
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Is Savannah Irish History Walking Tour worth booking?
Savannah Irish History Walking Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in Savannah, United States, from $32 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 5 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (5)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $32 per person
On this tour, we see 5 historic squares and end in beautiful Emmet Park beside the Celtic Cross. See the Irish influence on Savannah today from street names to flags flying. Learn about the Old Fort area where many Irish
What you get
About this experience
On this tour, we see 5 historic squares and end in beautiful Emmet Park beside the Celtic Cross. See the Irish influence on Savannah today from street names to flags flying. Learn about the Old Fort area where many Irish communities settled in the 1800s. After this tour, you will have an in-depth understanding of why the Irish immigrated to Savannah and what their experience here was like. Questions and requests encouraged. We would love to have the opportunity to show y'all our hometown! KT O'Brien and Tom O'Brien are excited to present the Irish History of Savannah Tour. They are both especially passionate about sharing these stories as their first Irish ancestors came to Savannah in the 1850s. This is an opportunity to even hear stories passed down through families and oral tradition. The Irish have many tales to share! Join a real locals tour to learn about Irish in Savannah as early as the 1700s!
What's included
Included
- In-person guide
What you'll see and do
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
The Cathedral has a big connection to the Irish in Savannah. We will walk beside it and learn the history here.
Pass by without stopping
Colonial Park Cemetery
We walk alongside the Colonial Cemetery which dates to 1750.
10 minutes here
Warren Square
Learn the connection between Warren Square and the Irish History of Savannah.
10 minutes here
Emmet Park
We end at the Celtic Cross in Emmet Park which used to be named the Irish Green after all the Irish immigrants who settled there.
10 minutes here
Washington Square
A big connection to the Irish in Savannah will be shared here. This used to be known as the Old Fort area of Savannah.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Savannah
Please meet at the fountain in the center of Lafayette Square. It is the square just beside the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We end at the Celtic Cross in Emmet Park. It is just beside the river so you will be in a good place to keep on walking or grab a bite at one of the many wonderful restaurants nearby.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Savannah Tours and Tales
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Savannah Irish History Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Tour for dialogue and leisurely stroll through Savannah
Arthur/Art is first class in his delivery. He’s very informative and goes into great detail while giving a good background of Savannah’s history to create an archway around which to understand certain key elements involving Savannahs Irish/Northern Irish heritage. The best aspect of this tour has to do with the questions that are to be yielded. Art is definitely interested in making this tour into an opportunity to angle it which allows for flexibility. This makes the tour explorative and capable of going down different paths. This personal tour is a beautiful and insightful way to understand the history of the Savannah area via experience and encounters with the local historic sites. Art is very good at stopping at places to take a rest and spacing out what amounts to two and half hour
via Tripadvisor
Magnificent basic presentation of Savannahs History
Arthur/Art is first class in his delivery. He’s very informative and goes into great detail while giving a good background of Savannah’s history to create an archway around which to understand certain key elements involving Savannahs Irish/Northern Irish heritage. The best aspect of this tour has to do with the questions that are to be yielded. Art is definitely interested in making this tour into an opportunity to angle it which allows for flexibility. This makes the tour explorative and capable of going down different paths. This personal tour is a beautiful and insightful way to understand the history of the Savannah area via experience and encounters with the local historic sites. Art is very good at stopping at places to take a rest and spacing out what amounts to two and half hour tour.
via Viator
13 Friends Tour Savannah
Spent the morning with KT O'Brien (who else is going to give an Irish History Walking. Tour but someone name O'Brien?). She was funny, informative, responsive and just a delight to guide us. Our group consisted of 13 guys, 60+ yo, who went to high school together and are fond of history trips in drinking cities (and the other way around, as well). KT indulged our curiousity and easily held our attention. And, as a bonus at the end, she dropped us off right near a wonderful Irish bar.
via Tripadvisor
No show
Guide didn’t show. Called Viator to find out what was going on. Guide called and reschedule for the afternoon. We changed all of our plans for that day and some for the next only to have them completely cancel the tour.
Response from the operator: Huge apologies for this confusion on our end. The first tour was not originally scheduled to go and the second time guide was unable to make it. Full refund and responsibility taken on this end
via Viator
A history of the Irish in Savannah
This tour was the highlight of my trip, KT was incredible, she absolutely makes this tour, she is a joy to be around and learn from, if anyone wanted to learn about the Irish in Savannah this tour is it, how the Irish ended up in Savannah, how they settled, what they did. There is Irish dotted throughout Savannah this tour pulls it altogether and at the end you'll have a deeper understanding of the Irish in Savannah. What makes this tour really special is KT, her own family history, she is an incredible person.
Response from the operator: This is so kind Jonathan! Y'all were an absolute blast to be with and I had just as much fun as you :)! Glad to have some Irish folks on the Irish tour!!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Savannah Irish History Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Savannah.
How much does Savannah Irish History Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $32 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Savannah usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Savannah Irish History Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Savannah is not rushed.
Is Savannah Irish History Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Savannah, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Savannah Irish History Walking Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Savannah Irish History Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Savannah Irish History Walking Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Savannah can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Savannah and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Savannah Irish History Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Savannah within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Savannah?
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Savannah is a walking city with a dense guide market, which means quality spread is wide. Historic district walks, Bonaventure Cemetery trips, trolley hop-on routes and ghost tours with tavern access make up most bookings. Outty Ranking leans on licensed-guide status and group size, since the squares get loud once a tour passes twenty people. On Outty we rank every Savannah experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour, Bonaventure Cemetery Walking Tour with Transportation, Haunted Savannah Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Savannah?
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March to May for azaleas, or October to November for cool evenings. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Savannah?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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