Late Night Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl

Savannah’s late-night haunted pub crawl mixes ghost stories with a casual night out. You start at the 1790 Inn, one of the city’s most haunted buildings, then walk through Savannah after dark, stopping at bars and spooky sites such as Colonial Park Cemetery.

I like the personal feel of guides such as Raven, whose purple hair makes her easy to spot, and Spooky Steve, who brings his own style to Savannah’s darker tales. I also like the short walking distance, roughly one to one and a half miles, with drink stops breaking up the route.

The main caution is that the exact bars and stops can change. If you are booking mainly for Moon River Brewing or access to a particular floor or basement, confirm the current route first. This is best viewed as a social pub walk with ghost stories, not a serious paranormal investigation.

Key things to know before you book

• The tour starts at 10:30 p.m. at the 1790 Inn on East President Street and ends at Chippewa Square.
• Raven is easy to find, since she meets guests under the large awning with her purple hair.
• The route combines three bars and a cemetery, though the exact bar lineup may vary.
• Drinks are not included, so the $33 ticket covers the tour itself, not alcohol.
• The walk is about one to one and a half miles, with intermittent stops rather than a long continuous hike.
• The mood is more social and story-based than frightening, making it a good late-night activity for adults who want drinks, local tales, and an old-city setting.

Starting beneath the awning at the 1790 Inn

The meeting point is the 1790 Inn, at 307 East President Street. You meet at 10:30 p.m. on the President Street side, in front of the building beneath the large awning. Look for Raven’s purple hair if she is leading your group.

That detail matters. Savannah has plenty of evening activity, and a clear landmark helps when you are arriving after dark. The 1790 Inn also sets the tone immediately. It is described as one of Savannah’s most haunted buildings, so the tour begins with a spooky location rather than a routine street-corner introduction.

The first stop itself is scheduled for about 20 minutes, with admission included. You can expect an introduction to the building and the haunted side of Savannah before the group moves on. The experience provider is Spooky Savannah Ghost Tours, and the guide may be Raven or Spooky Steve.

The group size can reach 30 people. That is still manageable for a walking tour, but it is not the same as having a private guide for a few friends. If you want to hear every detail clearly, stay reasonably close to the guide, especially near busy streets or inside crowded bars.

A late-night walk through Savannah’s darker stories

The appeal here is the combination. A standard ghost tour asks you to listen as you walk. A standard pub crawl asks you to choose a bar and settle in. This experience places those two ideas together, giving you a reason to keep moving through Savannah at night.

The route visits spooky sites, including Colonial Park Cemetery, and includes three bars. The cemetery adds a stronger connection to Savannah’s past, while the bars make the evening less solemn. You are not simply standing outside old buildings hearing a string of ghost tales. You are also getting a relaxed night out with time to order a drink and talk with the people in your group.

I would expect the guide to provide the structure. Raven has been praised for explaining Savannah’s past and giving a different angle on the city’s paranormal stories. Spooky Steve has also been described as funny and well informed about Savannah. Their personalities appear to be an important part of the experience, so the tone may vary depending on who leads your group.

The stories are likely to be the main event, not theatrical scares. One account describes the tour as fun and interesting but not especially spooky at every bar. That is useful to know. You may hear unsettling tales, but you should not book this expecting a haunted house with actors, special effects, or guaranteed ghost sightings.

Colonial Park Cemetery and the atmosphere after dark

Colonial Park Cemetery is one of the more fitting stops on a haunted Savannah route. A cemetery gives the ghost stories a natural setting, and visiting after dark adds atmosphere without requiring a long detour.

Still, the cemetery is one part of a broader evening. The crawl does not appear to spend the entire tour there. The route balances the cemetery with bars and walking segments, so you will not get an extended cemetery lecture or a full cemetery-focused investigation.

That balance works well for me if I want variety. You get a change of pace every few minutes: a story, a short walk, a drink stop, then another historic or paranormal tale. If your main goal is detailed cemetery interpretation, a dedicated cemetery or ghost tour may suit you better.

You should also remember that the city’s nighttime atmosphere is part of the experience. The route has little cover, so bring an umbrella if rain is possible. The tour requires good weather, and a cancellation caused by poor conditions comes with the choice of another date or a full refund.

The bars: useful stops, but not all equally spooky

The pub portion is where expectations matter most. Three bar stops are included in the walking route, but alcoholic beverages are not. You pay for your own drinks, and the $33 ticket pays for the guide and organized experience.

The first bar has received particularly positive treatment. It appears to be a strong opening stop, with a setting that supports the stories and drink recommendations. Raven has been praised for suggesting what to order while explaining the history and famous hauntings tied to each place.

The later stops may be less impressive if you are seeking a strong paranormal atmosphere. One assessment found the first bar worthwhile but felt the other two added less historical value and were not especially spooky. I would treat those stops as social breaks, not as three major haunted attractions.

This is also where the value depends on your drinking habits. If you plan to buy several drinks, your total cost will be higher than the $33 ticket. If you drink little or not at all, you can still take part in the stories and walking route, but some of the bar time may feel less central to your evening.

The guide can make a big difference. A good recommendation helps you avoid ordering blindly, while a short story about a bar’s past gives the stop a purpose beyond simply sitting down. Still, you should not assume that every bar has a dramatic ghost story or special access to historic rooms.

Why the $33 price can make sense

At $33 per person, this tour sits at a reasonable price for a two-hour guided evening activity, especially if you want both a ghost walk and a pub crawl. You are paying for a guide, a planned route, local stories, and access to a social group rather than paying for a single attraction.

The value is strongest if you would otherwise book two separate activities. A ghost walk followed by a self-planned bar visit could take more effort, and you would miss the guide’s connection between the places. Here, the route gives your night a clear shape.

The value is weaker if you want premium access, a private group, or a fixed list of famous haunted locations. The advertised experience does not include alcohol, and the exact bars may not match the places you had in mind. One important concern is that Moon River Brewing was expected by at least one customer but was not visited, including the hoped-for second-floor or basement access.

For that reason, I would book this for the overall format, not for one promised venue. If a particular bar is the deciding factor, contact the operator before paying or make a backup plan for the rest of your evening.

How much walking and standing should you expect?

The walking distance is fairly modest, around one to one and a half miles, with intermittent stops. That makes the tour easier than a long city walk, but you will still spend time on your feet and moving between locations late at night.

The route ends at Chippewa Square, one of Savannah’s most attractive public squares. That gives you a central and pleasant finish rather than ending at an isolated location. You will need to arrange your own plans after that, since the tour does not include transportation back to your hotel.

The start and end points are different, so consider where you will be before the tour and what you will do afterward. The meeting point is close to public transportation, and service animals are allowed. Most people can participate, though the supplied information does not describe the route in detail for mobility devices.

Because the tour begins at 10:30 p.m. and lasts about two hours to two hours and ten minutes, expect to finish around 12:30 a.m. or slightly later. That late schedule suits people who want to extend an evening in Savannah, but it may not work well for families, early risers, or anyone with an early departure.

The guide matters more than the ghost stories

The strongest part of the experience is likely to be the person leading it. Raven has been praised for her interesting explanations, her different view of paranormal activity, and her ability to connect drink stops with local stories. Her purple hair also solves the practical problem of finding the guide at a late-night meeting point.

Spooky Steve brings a different tone. He has been described as funny and well informed about Savannah, with a style that can make the walk feel easygoing. The tour may feel more entertaining than frightening when he is leading.

I would keep your expectations flexible. One person wanted more stops and more time for facts, while another liked the amount of walking and the unusual stories. That contrast tells you something useful: the tour is paced as a social night out, not as a long lecture.

If you want dense historical detail at every stop, you may find the two-hour format a little brisk. If you prefer short stories, drinks, and movement, the pace should work better.

Who should book the Late Night Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl?

I would recommend it to adults who want an easy late-night activity with three ingredients: Savannah streets, ghost stories, and drinks. It suits couples, friends, and solo visitors who enjoy joining a group and are comfortable with a 10:30 p.m. start.

It also works for locals looking for a different night out. The route gives you a guide and a theme, even if you already know downtown Savannah. The combination of a cemetery and bars makes it less predictable than simply choosing another pub.

I would be more cautious if you want a genuinely frightening paranormal experience. The stories can be spooky, but the bars are not all equally atmospheric, and the tour does not promise proof of ghosts or extended access to haunted rooms.

I would also think twice if you are booking for Moon River Brewing alone. The route can change, and that location was not visited on one tour. The safest choice is to consider the full experience, then confirm any must-see stop before booking.

Practical details before you go

Your mobile ticket is accepted, and confirmation arrives when you book. The tour is offered in English and has a maximum group size of 30 people.

Bring weather protection, especially an umbrella if rain is possible. There is not much cover along the route. Wear shoes suitable for about one to one and a half miles of city walking, and remember that you will also be standing during stories and moving through bar stops.

Alcohol is extra. Budget for any drinks you want at the three bars. If you prefer not to drink, the guide’s stories and walking route remain the main included elements.

Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the 10:30 p.m. start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund. If poor weather forces the operator to cancel, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want a social ghost walk with drinks, a cemetery stop, and guides such as Raven or Spooky Steve. The $33 price is fair for a two-hour guided evening, especially if you like the convenience of having the route and stories arranged for you.

Skip it if you need a fixed list of haunted bars, serious paranormal research, or a long, detailed history lecture. For most people, the best reason to choose it is the mix of Savannah atmosphere, humorous storytelling, and an easy late-night pub route. Just confirm your priorities, bring an umbrella, and do not count on alcohol being included.

FAQ

Where does the haunted pub crawl start?

The tour starts at the 1790 Inn, 307 East President Street, Savannah, Georgia. Meet on the President Street side in front of the building beneath the large awning.

What time does the tour begin?

The start time is 10:30 p.m.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at Chippewa Square, one of Savannah’s public squares.

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts about two hours to two hours and ten minutes.

Are alcoholic drinks included in the price?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included, so you pay separately for any drinks you order.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.