Historical Houses Walking Tour (Self Guided), Savannah

Savannah, Georgia breathes history. You can feel it in the cobblestone alleyways and quaint squares dotting the city. An enchanting walk through the heart of Savannah's Historic District (one of the most carefully preserved in the United States) highlights an array of beautiful homes.

Saved by the forward-thinking residents from being bulldozed in the 1960s, these gorgeous structures (with architectural styles spanning two centuries) really catch the eye and offer a glimpse into the daily life of their inhabitants back in time.

Among such are the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low – founder of the Girl Scouts of the USA; the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences – one of the South's first public museums; the Sorrel-Weed House – reputedly the most haunted place in Savannah; and the Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters – the stunning example of Regency architecture from 1819; to mention but a few.

Other properties of note include the Mercer-Williams House, made famous by the book and movie "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," and the Green-Meldrim House, once used by General William Sherman as his headquarters during the Civil War. It was here that he gifted President Lincoln Savannah as a Christmas present!

Davenport House: The onsite museum sparked Savannah’s historic preservation movement back in 1955; its gorgeous courtyard area is now a popular spot for quaint wedding celebrations.

Also, the Olde Pink House, while a restaurant today, is one of Savannah's oldest buildings, dating back to the 18th century.

Visiting such historical locations is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in Savannah's captivating history, from its early colonial days to its role in the Civil War and beyond. For a more detailed acquaintance with these and other eclectic mansions that make Savannah such an interesting place, and discover their secrets, take this self-guided walking tour!