Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour
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Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour is a 1-hour experience in Savannah, United States, from $8 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 55 / 100
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- Duration
- 1 hours
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- $8 per person
Explore Savannah's rich and complex history with the Savannah Slavery, Cotton & Freedom Walking Tour. This self-guided experience takes you through key sites such as the African-American Monument, the Savannah Cotton Exc
What you get
About this experience
Explore Savannah's rich and complex history with the Savannah Slavery, Cotton & Freedom Walking Tour. This self-guided experience takes you through key sites such as the African-American Monument, the Savannah Cotton Exchange, and the Owens-Thomas House. Learn about the stories of the enslaved people who built this city, their struggles, and the cultural legacy they left behind. Perfect for history enthusiasts and families ready for an honest conversation about the past, this tour allows you to move at your own pace while enjoying professional narration through the app. - Self-guided tour covering 1.5 miles in downtown Savannah - Start at Morrell Park and end at Oglethorpe Square - Pause anytime to explore shops or museums along the way - Ideal for families with older children and history lovers
What's included
Included
- Go at your own pace, anytime, the tour never expires
- Self Guided Tour in Savannah on our Self-Guided Tour app
- Hands Free, autoplay, the tour plays as you walk
Not included
- No entrance the tour is all outside
- No human guide the tour is all on our walking tour app
What you'll see and do
Haitian Monument
Discover one of the tour's most surprising stories at a monument honoring hundreds of soldiers of African descent who fought in Savannah during the American Revolution. Among them was a young drummer boy whose life would take an extraordinary turn.
5 minutes here
The Waving Girl Statue
Begin beside the Savannah River with one of the city's most beloved—and mysterious—local legends. Meet the woman who greeted passing ships for decades and discover why sailors around the world came to know Savannah's famous "Waving Girl."
10 minutes here
River Street Market Place
Walk along the waterfront where Savannah's modern shops and restaurants stand on ground once dominated by warehouses, ships, and cotton. Explore the marketplace and discover a much deeper—and darker—history hiding beneath today's River Street.
5 minutes here
Pause in the heart of Savannah's revitalized riverfront and discover the man responsible for helping transform this once-neglected industrial area. There's also a fun little surprise waiting in Echo Square.
10 minutes here
This historic riverfront building has witnessed Savannah's cotton boom, the Civil War, and generations of sailors and merchants. Today it's a restaurant—but its past holds stories that go far beyond what's on the menu.
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African-American Monument
Stand on one of the most meaningful spots along Savannah's waterfront, where a striking monument tells a story the city waited more than a century to publicly recognize. Look closely at the figures, the broken chains, and the river behind them—the details matter.
5 minutes here
Explore mysterious brick vaults built directly into the bluff beneath Savannah. Historians know why they were constructed, but questions remain about what—or who—may once have been held inside.
5 minutes here
Johnson Square
Enter Savannah's oldest square and discover Revolutionary War heroes, one of the city's most famous songwriters, and the origins of Savannah's remarkable network of public squares. This is where the tour begins moving from the cotton waterfront into the heart of historic Savannah.
5 minutes here
Johnny Mercer Statue
Meet one of Savannah's most famous native sons before discovering another side of the city's reputation. Just steps away is a museum dedicated to an era when Americans were told they couldn't drink—and Savannah wasn't particularly interested in following the rules.
5 minutes here
Oglethorpe Square
Enter the final square of the tour, named for Savannah's founder, James Oglethorpe. It's a fitting setting for the final chapter of the journey, where Savannah's extraordinary beauty and complicated history come together.
10 minutes here
Owens-thomas House & Slave Quarters
Finish at one of Savannah's most important historic homes, where the lives of a wealthy family and the people they enslaved existed under the same roof. Its remarkably preserved slave quarters reveal details of everyday life that have disappeared from many other historic homes—and provide a powerful conclusion to the tour.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Savannah
Begin beside the Savannah River with one of the city's most beloved—and mysterious—local legends. Meet the woman who greeted passing ships for decades and discover why sailors around the world came to know Savannah's famous "Waving Girl."
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Finish at one of Savannah's most important historic homes, where the lives of a wealthy family and the people they enslaved existed under the same roof.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $8 to $10
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Savannah.
How much does Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour cost?
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Prices start at $8 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 Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Savannah, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio Tour?
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Around 0 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Savannah Slavery, Cotton and Freedom Self Guided Audio 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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