History and Architecture Tour of Savannah


Savannahs Historic District is one of the largest in the U.S. with thousands of architecturally significant buildings, including examples of Federal, Victorian Regency, Greek and Gothic Revival and Italianate architecture.From the simple Colonial style to the Medieval-influenced cathedrals, to the gingerbread accents of the Victorian period. You will see examples of America’s 18th and 19th century prevailing architectural styles, which can be found in Savannah still. Our History and Architecture Tour of Savannah, you will discover how the vibrancy of General James Oglethorpe’s enlightened Utopian development plan worked in the 18th century and how it thrives today. Throughout this tour you will see:Christ Church,1840, James Couper, amateur architectPink House, (Habersham residence) 1771Kehoe House,1892 by DeWhitt BruynOwens Thomas House, 1816, by William JayDavenport House, 1820 – Isaiah DavenportThe magnificent ironwork is a well known feature of the architecture in Savannah. Beautiful scrolled designs appear on many of the buildings in cast-iron balconies, stair railings and window guards. Ironwork can be found in many of the squares, and surrounding monuments and fountains.Additional InformationConfirmation will be received at time of bookingModerate walking of about 1.5 miles throughout the morning tour. A minimum of 2 adults per booking is requiredInclusionsProfessional Certified GuideFully narrated walking tour through the Historic DistrictOver 10 Historic stops along the way along a 1.25 mile leisure stroll10% discount off any in-store merchandise at the tour departure pointExclusionsGratuities (Optional)Departure PointBay StreetDeparture Time10:00amDuration2 hoursReturn DetailsReturns to original departure pointVoucher InfoYou can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Cool Savannah Tours Gifts in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer

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