Bonaventure Cemetery & Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour
Description
Your day begins with a walking tour of Bonaventure Cemetery to learn about the lives of notable inhabitants like Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer, Georgia’s first governor Edward Telfair, philanthropist Mary Telfair, as well as the tragic tales of poet Conrad Aiken and Gracie Watson. The Cemetery walking tour meanders under moss draped oaks and along the bluff of the Wilmington River. Bonaventure Cemetery, dating back to 1846, is one of the most beautiful cemeteries. Following the cemetery tour, you will have lunch on your own at one of our favorite local restaurants. After lunch, your visit to Wormsloe includes a breathtaking drive down the famous live oak tree lined drive. You will take a short walk to see the Plantation Tabby Ruins that date to the 18th Century and visit the museum of the Georgia State Park Historic Site. Finally, a stop is scheduled at the Famous Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for shopping and tastings of Byrd’s Famous Cookies.
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Join us for a half day tour of 2 of the city’s most popular attractions outside of the historic district.
FYour day begins with a tour of Bonaventure Cemetery to learn about the lives of notable inhabitants like Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer, Georgia’s first governor Edward Telfair, philanthropist Mary Telfair, as well as the tragic tales of poet Conrad Aiken and Gracie Watson. The Cemetery walking tour meanders under moss draped oaks and along the bluff of the Wilmington River. Bonaventure Cemetery, dating back to 1846, is one of the most beautiful cemeteries.
Your visit to Wormsloe includes a breathtaking drive down the famous live oak tree lined drive. You will take a short walk to see the Plantation Tabby Ruins that date to the 18th Century and visit the museum of the Georgia State Park Historic Site.
Finally, a stop is scheduled at the Famous Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for shopping and tastings of Byrd’s Famous Cookies.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
- Per State law, any person entering the premises waives all civil liability against this premises owner and operator for any injuries caused by the inherent risk associated with contracting COVID-19 at public gatherings, except for gross negligence, willful and wanton misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, or intentional infliction of harm, by the individual or entity of the premises.
Reviews(889)
Great experience. Even though it was over 100 degrees, Dennis made sure everyone was hydrated and feeling good. His knowledge of the area was extensive and he made the tour pleasant.
Dennis was awesome!!! Great tour… beautiful historic sites and super informative. Just take it! You won’t regret it!
Dennis loves what he does and it shows! We are happy to hear you had a great time. Thank you for choosing Gray Line.
Enjoyable tours, very knowledgeable guide (Albert) who was very well versed in history of the area and very accommodating to our group!
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AWESOME tour Worth the Time and money, our guide was Dennis he was Fantastic so much info he shared with us and Dennis packed a huge bag of Ice Cold waters for everyone. Bonaventure Cemetery is so Beautiful it's a must see, Wormsloe is another must see... in between stops Dennis took us to a Local Restaurant Erica Davis Lowcountry WOW the Food was Amazing this is a must book tour!!!
We are thrilled to hear you had a great time! Thank you for choosing Gray Line.
Our tour guide Dennis did an outstanding job on our tour. He has done so much research on Savannah, the cemetery and various families buried there that he can easily provide an in depth history and immediately answer most any question asked
Dennis is wonderful! We are thrilled to hear you had a great time! Thank you for choosing Gray Line.
Great time. Lovely grounds. They took you out on an open air ride.
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Great tour! Tim, our tour guide, was very informative and well versed in Savannah history. Highly recommend
Tim is awesome! We are happy to hear you had a great time! Thank you for choosing Gray Line.
Dennis was a wonderful guide. He took us through the cemetery on foot even in the rain to give us the best tour possible.
Dennis is the best! We are happy to hear you had a great time. Thank you for choosing Gray Line.
Great day with Dennis even though it rained through the cemetery.Dennis was well equipped with ponchos for us and we were a hardy group. So much history and info. I thought it would seem long but it wasnt ..Unless I missed it ..I only saw info about lunch in the reviews..but you do stop for a fabulous lunch..on your own around 11: 30.Cutest spot, great food. A very fun day, and LOVE the pick up and drop off.
Dennis is the best! We are happy to hear you enjoyed touring with him! Thank you for choosing Gray Line.
This is a great tour! Dennis, our guide was very knowledgeable and fun!! Lunch at Erica Davis low country restaurant was amazing. You won’t be disappointed.
Dennis is the best! We are pleased to hear you had a great time with him! Thank you for choosing Gray Line.
