Creepy Crawl Night-Time Haunted Pub Walking Tour of Savannah’s Historic District

Ghost stories taste better after dark. Savannah By Foot’s Creepy Crawl combines four local pubs with tales of haunted buildings, old cemeteries, and Savannah’s shadowy past. I like the mix of nightlife and history, and I like that you can choose your own drinks instead of paying for a package. The main caution: this can feel more like a history-and-pub walk than a full-on ghost tour.

The experience costs $30, lasts about two hours, and accepts up to 20 people. Guides such as Pierce, Andre, and Kelly have earned praise for lively storytelling and good local suggestions. But guide quality appears important here, since some outings have been criticized for weak ghost content, long lectures, or an impaired guide.

Key points to know before you book

• Four local bars in one night: You get time at up to four Savannah pubs, with drinks purchased separately.
• Colonial Park Cemetery from the gate: The walk includes ghost stories outside the oldest burial ground in town, including Button Gwinnett.
• History often shares the spotlight: Expect Savannah background and local stories along with paranormal tales.
• Guides shape the night: Pierce and Andre receive especially warm praise for humor, local knowledge, and drink advice.
• A compact evening activity: The two-hour route works well before dinner, after sightseeing, or as a first-night introduction to Savannah.
• Bring comfortable shoes: You walk through historic squares and nightlife streets, often in warm evening weather.

Starting at Six Pence Pub on Bull Street

Your night begins at Six Pence Pub, at 245 Bull Street. This gives the tour a clear starting point in the Historic District, rather than sending you to a distant meeting spot or requiring transport between venues.

The guide gathers the group, introduces the plan, and begins walking toward Savannah’s haunted pubs and public squares. The group can reach 20 people, so the experience may feel social rather than intimate. A smaller group should make it easier to hear stories and ask questions, while a full group may require you to stay close to the guide.

The opening stop also sets the tone. This is not a haunted house with actors, props, or staged scares. It is an evening walk through real streets, with drinks, local bars, cemetery tales, and stories about places around you.

You can buy a drink at the pubs, and the tour allows time for restroom breaks. Alcohol is not included in the $30 price, so your final cost depends on what you order. That is a useful arrangement if one person wants a beer, another wants a cocktail, and someone else prefers not to drink.

Four pubs, four chances to set your own pace

The pub portion is the clearest reason to book this experience. You visit up to four local bars, and the guide introduces each place while explaining its connection to Savannah’s past or paranormal reputation.

The exact bars can vary, but the emphasis is on quirky and historic watering holes rather than a formal tasting menu. You have time to buy a drink, use the restroom, and take in the setting before moving on. The bars are part of the experience, not simply places where the group pauses for five minutes.

I like this format because you are not locked into a prepaid drink list. You can spend modestly or order something more elaborate. You can also treat the pub stops as a way to find places worth returning to later in your trip.

The tradeoff is equally clear. If you expect a nonstop ghost tour, time spent ordering drinks and hearing bar recommendations can feel like time taken away from supernatural stories. Several past descriptions of the experience have favored Savannah history and pub advice over eerie material. Go in expecting a social walking tour with spirits in both senses of the word.

Guides Pierce and Andre are particularly well suited to this blend. Pierce has been praised for recommending drinks, answering questions, and suggesting places to eat and visit the next day. Andre has been described as entertaining, patient, and well versed in both Savannah’s past and its paranormal tales.

Colonial Park Cemetery and the Button Gwinnett story

One of the most important stops is Colonial Park Cemetery. The tour pauses outside the gate rather than taking you on a full cemetery visit. This matters if you want to wander among the graves, because you should not expect an extended interior cemetery tour.

At the gate, the guide shares stories about the cemetery and Button Gwinnett, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and one of its best-known residents. The story adds a political and historical layer to the ghost theme. Savannah’s dead are not treated only as spooky scenery. Their names connect to the city’s role in early American history.

You can bring a camera and try to capture orbs or other strange images. That is offered as a playful possibility, not a promise of photographic proof. Keep your expectations sensible. The value of this stop is the setting, the story, and the atmosphere of an old burial ground after dark.

Some accounts of the walk have found the cemetery portion too brief, especially for anyone hoping to explore inside. If Colonial Park Cemetery is a major reason for your visit, plan a separate daytime visit if permitted and appropriate. On this tour, the cemetery is one atmospheric stop among several, not the central event.

Savannah history between the ghost stories

The walk moves through historic squares and streets, with the guide adding stories about homes, bars, local figures, and reported spirit activity. This is where the tour can either click or drag, depending on the guide and your expectations.

The strongest version of the experience gives you useful context for the city while keeping the mood light and eerie. Guides Pierce, Andre, and Kelly have been praised for animated storytelling, friendly conversation, and the ability to answer questions beyond the prepared route.

The weaker version leans too hard into general history. Some descriptions of the outing found only a few clearly paranormal stories, with the rest focused on local background, jokes, or the guide’s personal stories. A few also found the speaking portions too long.

I would treat that balance as part of the decision. If you enjoy learning why a square, cemetery, or old building matters, you may find the history useful. It can help you understand Savannah during the rest of your stay. If you want one ghost tale after another, this may feel too mild.

The city itself supplies much of the atmosphere. Night brings cooler air in some seasons, glowing streetlights, quiet squares, and the unusual sight of a walking group carrying drinks through the Historic District. Summer can still be hot. Comfortable shoes and light clothing make sense, especially in July.

What the two-hour route feels like

The walk lasts about two hours, but the pace is broken by bar stops. You are not marching continuously through the city. You walk from pub to pub, pause for a story, order a drink if you wish, and continue through the Historic District.

That makes the experience manageable for most people who can participate in a normal city walk. It is not described as strenuous, but you should still expect to be on your feet and outdoors at night. The route includes public streets, squares, and a stop outside Colonial Park Cemetery.

The ending is listed at Wright Square, with the possibility of finishing at another nearby bar or historic square. The final point is about a five-minute walk from the starting area, though the exact finish can vary. Ask the guide for directions or help arranging transport if you need it.

That loose ending is useful if you want to continue your evening nearby. It is less convenient if you need a precise drop-off or have a strict dinner reservation. I would avoid scheduling anything that begins immediately after the stated two-hour finish.

How much value do you get for $30?

At $30 per person, the tour is reasonably priced for a guided two-hour evening activity, especially if you want both a walk and several pub stops. You are paying for the guide, the route, the stories, and access to a social night out. You are not paying for alcohol, food, or a souvenir.

Your real budget should include drinks at up to four bars. That can make the night inexpensive if you order selectively, or noticeably more costly if you buy something at every stop. Since drinks are your own expense, you control that part of the price.

The value is strongest for a first evening in Savannah. You get an introduction to the Historic District, a few local drinking spots, background on the city, and ideas for where to return later. The guide may also offer suggestions for restaurants and other sights.

The value is weaker if your only goal is serious paranormal storytelling. In that case, $30 may feel high if the guide spends much of the time on general history or bar recommendations. The experience does not promise dramatic evidence, theatrical scares, or a guaranteed cemetery walk.

A reported rating of 4.4 from 802 ratings suggests that the tour works well for many people, but the spread of reactions matters. The difference between a memorable night and a disappointing one seems to come largely from the guide’s delivery and the mix of stories that evening.

Choosing the right guide and group mood

A good guide makes this format work. Pierce is often praised for his command of Savannah’s past, paranormal stories, drink suggestions, and local advice. Andre receives strong marks for energy, patience, and humor, particularly when managing a large or talkative group. Kelly is described as an interactive storyteller who keeps the mood fun.

Those strengths matter because the walk depends on spoken storytelling. You are not moving through a museum with labels or displays. If the guide is engaging, a simple stop outside a gate can become memorable. If the guide rambles, uses too much profanity, or loses focus, the same stop can feel long.

The outing suits friends, couples, and adults celebrating a special night. It has also worked well for bachelorette groups because the pub stops make conversation easy. The minimum age is 21, so this is an adults-only activity.

You should also consider the group mood. A large, lively party may enjoy the drinking and jokes but make it harder to hear every detail. A quieter group may get more from the history and questions. The maximum group size is 20, which is small enough to feel organized but not necessarily private.

Practical details for a smoother night

The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation arrives when you book, so you do not need a printed voucher.

Because the walk depends on good weather, it may be canceled if conditions are poor. You can then choose another date or receive a full refund. The same option applies if the minimum number of participants is not reached.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time. Canceling or changing the booking within 24 hours means no refund, so check the local start time before making last-minute plans.

The tour is listed as suitable for most people, and service animals are allowed. You should still be comfortable walking outdoors at night and standing during the pub and story stops. Wear shoes you can manage on city streets, and bring weather protection during hot, rainy, or humid periods.

Booking roughly two weeks ahead is sensible, since this experience is often reserved about 14 days in advance. That matters most on weekends, holidays, and popular Savannah travel dates.

Who should book the Creepy Crawl?

I would choose this tour if you want a relaxed night that mixes Savannah history, local bars, and a moderate amount of ghost lore. It works well when you want an activity with structure but still want room to choose your own drinks and chat with friends.

It is also a good choice early in your stay. The route can introduce you to squares, bars, and local stories that help you plan the following day. Take note of the guide’s restaurant and sightseeing suggestions, especially if you have not yet made evening plans.

I would hesitate if you want a dedicated paranormal investigation or a heavy scare factor. The tour may include only a few clearly ghostly stories, and Colonial Park Cemetery is viewed from the gate. You may also want to skip it if a pub crawl does not interest you, since the bars are central to the format.

Book it for the blend, not for a guarantee of chills. With a strong guide such as Pierce or Andre, the result can be a funny, informative night through old Savannah. With a less focused guide, it can turn into a long history talk with drinks. That is the key choice: pub crawl with ghost stories, or ghost tour with occasional pubs. This experience leans toward the first.

FAQ

How long is the Creepy Crawl tour?

The guided walking tour lasts approximately two hours.

How much does the tour cost?

The price is $30 per person. Alcoholic drinks, food, and other drinks are not included.

How many pubs will the tour visit?

The guide introduces the group to up to four local Savannah pubs and bars. The exact locations may vary.

Is the tour suitable for children?

No. The minimum age is 21.

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins at Six Pence Pub, located at 245 Bull Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401.

Where does the tour end?

The listed ending point is Wright Square. The group may also finish at another local bar or historic square about a five-minute walk from the starting area.

What happens if I need to cancel?

You can receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded, and poor weather or insufficient participation may result in a different date or a full refund.