Savannah turns spooky after dark. This 80-minute trolley ride, the Trolley of the Doomed, strings together haunted squares and two special interior stops. I love the exclusive, nighttime entry to the Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery. I also like that the narration stays funny as it gets creepy. One catch: if you’re seated far back, you might struggle to hear the guide clearly, so aim for a spot with good sightlines and less noise.

You’ll start at the Simply Savannah depot and roll through the Historic District’s big hitters like Columbia Square, Wright Square, Telfair Square, and Lafayette Square, plus the darkly famous Colonial Park Cemetery. The crew shows up in period-style costumes, which helps the whole thing feel like a performance, not a lecture.

The guides seem to be a major reason this tour scores so high. Names like Maria, Emma, Rafael, Olive, Sandy, Red, and Cecelia pop up again and again in feedback for strong storytelling and lots of personality. If you want a chill night with short walking and a well-paced story tour, this fits well. If you’re expecting a true horror-movie scarefest, you may find it more theatrical history than nonstop terror.

Key things that make this tour worth your $39

• After-hours access to the Andrew Low House plus Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery, not just curbside stories
• A trolley-based route that keeps the night moving without long treks
• Storytellers with range who mix humor with murder-and-mayhem Savannah history
• Historic stops that actually matter: squares in the Historic District and a cemetery stop tied to the city’s lore
• A guided house tour experience inside one of Savannah’s most prestigious families’ homes
• A repeat-worthy format for first-timers who want the full spooky overview fast

A nighttime trolley that keeps Savannah moving (and your feet resting)

This is built for the way Savannah feels after dark: slower, moodier, and full of corners where your brain starts filling in blanks. You board the trolley at the Simply Savannah depot and settle in for a guided ride around the Historic District squares. The big win is that you’re not walking from stop to stop all night. Most of your time is on the trolley, and you only step out when the route stops.

The duration is about 80 minutes, which is just long enough to feel like you did something major, without draining your energy. That matters in Savannah, where evenings can turn into a choose-your-own-adventure of dinner, bars, and nighttime wandering. This tour slots in neatly because you’ll cover multiple neighborhoods and landmarks with a single guide.

Where you’ll go: Waterfront start, haunted squares, and a cemetery stop

The route begins on the Savannah Waterfront area, then works its way through the Historic District’s square pattern. That square-to-square layout is a classic Savannah feature, and the tour uses it well: each stop gives you a new chunk of the city’s story rather than repeating the same handful of landmarks.

Here’s how the tour unfolds in plain terms:

• You pass well-known historic inns and old waterfront-era buildings as the trolley rolls you through the district.
• You hit key squares such as Columbia Square, and you’ll also visit other major squares including Wright Square and Telfair Square.
• You make a stop tied directly to the city’s dark reputation at Colonial Park Cemetery.

This combination is smart. If you only do a daytime walking ghost tour, you may see the architecture but miss the mood. Here, you get the same spaces, just with the nighttime atmosphere turned up and the stories timed to the evening.

One practical note: Savannah nights can bring road noise, and on at least one tour someone reported a loud vehicle following along and making communication harder. You can’t control that, but you can control where you sit. If audio clarity matters to you, choose a seat closer to the front where your guide’s voice carries better.

Olde Harbour Inn and the Pirate’s House: the waterfront legends get specific

Early on, the tour’s tone leans hard into the waterfront side of Savannah’s mythology. You’ll roll by the Olde Harbour Inn area and the Pirate’s House stop, which helps set up the kind of stories you’re about to hear: trade, ships, danger, and people living too close to the water’s edge.

This is more than just spooky sightseeing. The guide narration connects the waterfront setting to why certain characters and events became part of Savannah’s legend. Even if you’re not into ghosts, the setup helps you understand why this city’s stories keep circling back to River Street and the shipping world.

Columbia Square to Wright Square: where the tour’s drama turns into history

Once you’re moving through the square stops, the tour does a good job of balancing civic beauty with a darker layer. Squares like Columbia Square and Wright Square feel open and picturesque in daytime. At night, the same layouts work like stages for a story: you can picture how people would’ve gathered, traveled, argued, and disappeared in plain sight.

Wright Square is especially useful because you’re learning the city’s layout while your guide ties in the lore. That means you leave knowing not just a list of haunted places, but the geography that connects them.

If you’re prone to getting “square fatigue” on guided tours, this one helps because the guide keeps rotating themes—house legends, waterfront intrigue, and the city’s darker criminal tales.

Andrew Low House: the prestige home with the unrest stories

The Andrew Low House is one of those Savannah stops you hear about even if you’re not into the paranormal. On this tour, it’s a standout because you get an actual guided visit inside the home with stories of unrest and hauntings connected to the families who lived there.

This interior access is a big deal for value. A lot of ghost tours are mostly sidewalk stops and photo ops. Here, you get a real inside look, with the guide pointing you toward details that make the stories stick. Based on what people said afterward, the house tour is one of the most memorable moments of the night.

The only drawback you might feel: the time inside can be shorter than you’d like. At least one guest wished there was more time in the Lowe house. If you fall into the category that loves museum-style lingering, plan a separate daytime visit too, so you can slow down on your own schedule.

Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery: the haunted warehouse that feels like River Street lore

This is the other major anchor of the tour: exclusive nighttime entry into Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery. The setting matters. This is a 19th-century shipping warehouse that’s been restored, and that physical context is perfect for Savannah ghost stories. When the guide talks about river commerce, trades, and old waterfront life, the space makes it easier to believe the legend.

You’re not just standing outside hearing about River Street. You step inside, and the tour’s storytelling connects the warehouse to the broader waterfront myths and the legends that grew around ships and the people working them.

A few people called the chandlery their favorite part, which makes sense. It’s one of the few tour stops where the mood feels built-in. If you want a strong “I’m in the right place” moment during your night in Savannah, this is it.

The guide experience: humor, acting energy, and names to watch for

The quality of this tour strongly depends on the guide, and the feedback you can use to guide your expectations is consistent. Multiple guides were described as energetic, funny, and high-effort with storytelling. Names that show up in that praise include Maria, Emma, Rafael, Olive, Sandy, Red, Cecelia, Johanna, and Temperance.

A few details from the way people talked about the experience:

• The guides don’t only tell ghost stories. They often add historical context, so you learn things beyond hauntings.
• Some guides also weave in jokes and a lighter tone, which keeps the night entertaining instead of heavy.
• The tour has a theatrical element. One guest mentioned acting parts at the chandlery, and another highlighted the ending scares off the trolley. So the show includes more than just narration.

If you care about pacing, keep in mind one person said a guide talked a little fast. Another said they couldn’t hear well toward the back. So yes, pick your seat like it’s a concert: you want clear audio and an unobstructed view.

What the trolley route adds (beyond the spooky stops)

Even if you’re mainly chasing the haunted interiors, the trolley ride is part of the value. It strings together the city’s main storytelling stage: Savannah’s square layout. You get a guided way to see several major landmarks without spending your entire evening walking or figuring out how to get between areas.

It also helps you notice the city as a whole. When you later walk around on your own, you’ll feel like you understand the “shape” of Savannah better—where the squares sit, how the district flows, and why certain locations get referenced again and again in the ghost stories.

Price and value: $39 for 80 minutes and two real interior tours

At $39 per person for about 80 minutes, you’re paying for three things:

1. Trolley transportation
2. A live guide
3. Entry and guided time inside both the Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery

The two interior stops are the value engine here. If the tour were only outside sightings and cemetery legends, the price could feel steep. But because you get access to both major haunted spaces, it starts to feel more like a mini “night program” than a casual walk-and-talk.

Also, it’s efficient. You’ll see multiple squares and key waterfront-connected landmarks in one outing. In a city like Savannah, where time is always the limiting factor, that efficiency has real value.

Who should book this tour, and who might skip it

This tour is a strong match if you want:

• A first-night orientation to Savannah’s Haunted District themes
• A nighttime activity with light walking and built-in entertainment
• Inside access to both an historic home and a restored shipping warehouse

It may be a mismatch if you:

• Need a lot of quiet, since night routes can include street noise
• Have trouble hearing in group settings, since seating position affects audio
• Want a long, slow house visit rather than a guided-time window

There are also firm limits: it’s not suitable for children under 6, and it’s not set up for wheelchair users. Pets aren’t allowed, and luggage or large bags aren’t permitted. So plan your packing like you’re going to a smooth guided evening, not a long road trip.

When and where to meet: Simply Savannah depot and the black trolley

Meet your crew at the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot. Look for the black trolley with Ghosts & Gravestones written on the side. Guides typically wear historical outfits: men in a white shirt, bowtie, and suspenders; women in a long white dress with an apron.

One schedule detail you should double-check if you’re traveling in March: on March 14 through 16, 2025, the tour departs from 250 MLK Blvd and still stops at the Andrew Low House and Colonial Park Cemetery.

Small drawbacks to plan around before you go

Even a high-scoring tour has friction points. Here are the ones worth considering based on what people described:

• Hearing from the back can be tough. If you want the full effect, sit where the guide’s voice carries best.
• Pacing may feel quick. Some guests noted a fast speaking pace, likely tied to keeping the schedule tight.
• Lowe house time could feel short. If you love lingering in historic interiors, you might want a follow-up visit.
• Noise can intrude. One person reported a loud-following vehicle that affected communication.

None of these ruin the tour for most people. They just help you choose the right seat and set the right expectations for a scripted, timed night.

Should you book the Ghosts and Gravestones trolley with Low House entry?

Yes, if you want a single night that covers Savannah’s haunted highlights with real access inside both the Andrew Low House and Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery. The combination of a trolley route, multiple Historic District squares, and two interior stops makes this feel like better value than most sidewalk-only ghost tours.

I’d book it even if you’re not a hardcore paranormal person, because the stories are paired with the city’s waterfront and square-setting history. You get humor, theater, and a clear sense of where Savannah’s legends come from.

Skip it only if you know you’ll struggle with group-audio or you want lots of quiet museum time. For most people, though, this is one of those nights that turns Savannah from pretty to memorable.

FAQ

How long is the Savannah Ghosts and Gravestones tour?

The tour lasts about 80 minutes.

What’s included in the ticket price?

You get trolley transportation and a live English-language guide, plus entry and a tour inside the Andrew Low House and an exclusive nighttime visit to the Perkins and Sons Ship Chandlery.

Where do I meet the tour?

Meet at the Simply Savannah Trolley Depot. Look for the black trolley with Ghosts & Gravestones written on the side.

Is the tour family-friendly for young kids?

It is not suitable for children under 6.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed.

Can I bring luggage or large bags?

No, luggage or large bags are not allowed.

Is there free cancellation?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

If you want, tell me your travel month and whether you care more about the house tour or the chandlery. I can suggest what to prioritize during the 80 minutes so you get the experience you’re hoping for.

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