Best Trolley Tours in Savannah, Georgia

A trolley tour is one of the best ways to spend your first morning in Savannah. In 90 minutes to two hours, you can get oriented to the city's layout, hear the history of the major landmarks, and identify the spots you want to return to on foot. For visitors with limited mobility, trolley tours also provide access to parts of the city that would otherwise require significant walking.

Here is what you need to know about Savannah's trolley tours.

Most trolley tours pick up and drop off at multiple stops throughout the Historic District. A centrally located hotel puts you within easy reach of the nearest stop.

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The most popular format. You purchase a ticket that allows you to board and exit the trolley at any of the designated stops throughout the Historic District. The trolley runs a continuous loop, stopping at major attractions, and you can spend as much or as little time at each stop as you like.

Best for: First-time visitors who want flexibility, families with children, visitors with limited mobility.

What to expect: The trolley covers the major Historic District attractions — the squares, River Street, Forsyth Park, the Cathedral, and more. The narration covers the history of each location. A full loop takes about 90 minutes; with stops, you can spend a full day.

Tips:

• Purchase tickets in advance online to avoid lines at the ticket booth.
• Start early — the first trolley of the day is less crowded.
• Use the hop-on hop-off format strategically: ride the full loop first to get oriented, then hop off at the stops that interest you most.

Old Town Trolley Tours is one of the most established operators in Savannah, with a well-maintained fleet and knowledgeable guides. Their hop-on hop-off tour covers 15+ stops throughout the Historic District and includes narration on the history of each location.

Best for: First-time visitors who want a comprehensive overview of the city.

Key features: 15+ stops, hop-on hop-off format, narrated tour, multiple daily departures.

Oglethorpe Trolley Tours is a locally owned operator that offers a more intimate trolley experience. Their tours are smaller and the guides tend to be more knowledgeable about local history and off-the-beaten-path stories.

Best for: Visitors who prefer a more personal, locally owned experience.

Several operators offer evening ghost tours by trolley. The Old Town Trolley's ghost tour is one of the most popular — a narrated ride through the Historic District with stops at haunted locations.

Best for: Those who prefer not to walk long distances, families with young children, visitors who want to cover more of the city on a ghost tour.

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A typical Savannah trolley tour covers:

• The squares — The trolley passes through or near most of the major squares, with narration on the history of each
• River Street and the Riverfront — Views of the Savannah River and the historic cotton warehouses
• Forsyth Park — The park and the famous fountain
• The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist — The Gothic Revival twin spires
• The Mercer Williams House — The Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil landmark
• Bonaventure Cemetery — Some tours include a stop; others pass nearby
• The Savannah History Museum — The original Forrest Gump bench

Use it as an orientation tool. The trolley tour is most valuable as a first-day orientation. Ride the full loop to get a sense of the city's layout, then spend the rest of your trip exploring on foot.

Sit on the open-air upper deck if available. The views are better and the experience is more atmospheric.

Take notes or photos of stops you want to revisit. The trolley covers a lot of ground quickly. Note the stops that interest you most so you can return on foot.

Book in advance. Popular tours fill up, especially on weekends and during peak season. Book online before your trip.

Combine with a walking tour. A trolley tour gives you the overview; a walking tour gives you the depth. Many visitors do both — trolley on the first day, walking tour on the second.

A Historic District hotel puts you within easy reach of trolley tour pickup stops. Compare current rates and availability before your trip.

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