2hr Paranormal Walking Tour

Savannah at night has a different soundtrack. This 2-hour paranormal walking tour mixes street-level horror with hands-on ghost-hunting equipment, and it moves fast enough to cover major haunted stops without eating your whole evening. I especially like the tight pacing and the fact that you actually get to try the tools, but the trade-off is you might find some segments feel more like dark city history than nonstop paranormal proof.

You start at Flip Flop Shops on Bull Street and end back at the same spot, which keeps things simple when you’re meeting friends or continuing on to dinner. The tour runs about two hours and is offered in English, with groups capped at 30 people, so you’re not disappearing into a crowd. One practical heads-up: it’s an outdoor evening walk, and the experience requires good weather.

If your ideal Savannah evening is spooky stories plus a structured route, this works well. Guides seen on recent departures, including Brigid and Dylan, bring a mix of local context and interactive moments that feel more like a live event than a lecture.

Key things that make this tour worth your time

• A fast two-hour loop that hits multiple historic hotspots on foot
• Hands-on equipment during the walk, not just talk from the sidewalk
• A rare inside stop at the 17Hundred90 Inn and Restaurant
• Cemetery time with gear and guided ghost tales
• A closing cleansing and photo to end the night with something tangible
• Small enough groups (up to 30) to hear the guide and participate

The night starts at Flip Flop Shops on Bull Street

Meeting at Flip Flop Shops (100 Bull Street) is smart. It’s a clear landmark and you don’t have to game out multiple drop-off points. Check in is quick, and the tour runs on a tight schedule that’s designed around an evening start time of 8:00 pm.

Because the tour ends back at the meeting point, I like how easy it is to plan the rest of your night. You can grab drinks nearby, head to a restaurant without backtracking, or simply stroll the squares afterward while the stories are still fresh.

You’ll also want to plan what you wear. You’re walking through Savannah’s historic district at night, and even if you’re not worried about “spooky,” you are dealing with sidewalks, street crossings, and the general reality of an outdoor tour.

How the two-hour pacing keeps you from getting bored

This tour is built like a sprint, not a marathon. Stops are usually in the 10 to 20 minute range, which means you get quick hits at several places instead of lingering one spot for ages.

That pacing is a win if you like variety. You cover city founding and grim punishments, cemetery legends, and the kind of haunted stories people argue about over sweet tea. It’s also a big reason the tour works well as your first night in Savannah, when you want orientation fast and don’t yet know which squares you want to revisit.

The drawback is also simple: if your goal is long, detailed paranormal sessions with lots of time to record results, two hours can feel rushed. I’d treat it as a guided sampler of the spooky side of Savannah, with interactive moments built in.

Wright Square: founding stories and the executions

One of the first stops is Wright Square. This is where the tone turns from spooky scenery to the darker machinery of the city’s past. You’ll hear how Savannah was founded and learn about executions that took place in this area.

Why this matters: squares in Savannah aren’t just pretty. They were part of how the city worked, and that context makes the ghost stories feel less like random folklore and more like a reflection of what happened here. If you enjoy history with an edge, this stop lands well.

The time is short, so you won’t have a deep seminar. Still, it’s enough to give you a map of what to look for later when you walk past these spaces on your own.

Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum area: local legends around the house

Next you’ll stop by the Juliette Gordon Low house. The focus here is the haunted side of the story, plus a quick look at other nearby hotspots you may not notice otherwise.

This is a good stop if you like your spooky tales grounded in real addresses. You also get a sense of the neighborhood logic—where the stories connect, and why people keep coming back to the same corners when they hunt for paranormal meaning.

Practical consideration: the stop is brief. If you’re hoping to tour the museum itself during the paranormal portion, the time is set up more for narration and street-level context than for a long indoor visit.

Colonial Park Cemetery: trying paranormal equipment by the gates

Colonial Park Cemetery is where the tour leans hardest into the supernatural atmosphere. You’ll wander around the gated cemetery while hearing ghostly tales and deaths tied to this place. This is also the point where you’ll use paranormal equipment during the walk.

Even if you treat devices as part science, part theater, the experience can still feel fun. It changes your role from listener to participant. You’re watching numbers, holding tools, and responding to prompts, which makes the stories feel more immediate.

One caution: some devices are sensitive to normal electrical activity. Equipment like EMF meters and K-2 meters can react to nearby electronics, wiring, and general city noise. I like the honesty of that mindset, because it keeps you from chasing a false sense of certainty. You’re here for the experience as much as the evidence.

17Hundred90 Inn and Restaurant: the one stop you go inside

At about the halfway mark, the tour shifts gears. You’ll travel around Savannah and stop at the 17hundred90 Inn and Restaurant, and you will go inside.

This matters for two reasons. First, it gives you a break from the outdoor walking. Second, it lets the guide connect the haunted storytelling to a real, functioning space—bar, restaurant, and inn all under one roof.

If you like tours that end up feeling like a night out (not just a march), this inside stop is a strong feature. It’s also a good moment to reset your energy before the next chunk of darker tales.

Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters: haunted museum energy outside

The Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters stop is built for atmosphere and uncomfortable truths. You’ll hear about the haunted history connected to this museum area and you’ll try to document paranormal activity outside the building.

A specific detail to watch for here: ghosts have been seen striking matches around the building, according to the stories you’ll hear during the tour. The key is how the guide frames it—where people expect the activity, what to pay attention to, and how to handle the moment without turning it into a distraction.

This is one of those stops where the line between history and haunting gets thin, which can be intense in a good way. I’d bring a respectful mindset. This isn’t just spooky wallpaper; it’s tied to a painful part of the city’s past.

Oglethorpe Square and the finish at 24 E State St

You’ll hit Oglethorpe Square next, where the haunted history goes back to the 1800s. Like other squares on the route, it’s a place where stories stick because the architecture and layout keep reminding you that people lived, suffered, and gathered in the same spaces you’re standing in now.

The final stretch moves you toward 24 E State St, and you’ll finish near the shop where you started—Bradley’s Lock and Key. This is where the tour closes with a cleansing and a photo after the guided portion wraps up.

I like that ending because it turns the night from random chills into a real ritual with a clear finish line. One guide detail you may hear from some groups: cleansing has included sage, adding a very classic witchy touch to the closing moment.

The ghost-hunting equipment: fun tools with real limits

The tour provides hands-on ghost-hunting equipment, and you’ll get a chance to try it during the walk. Based on what different guides have used, you may encounter things like EMF meters, K-2 meters, divining rods, and an Ovilus device that outputs random words.

Here’s how I’d think about it before you go:

• Use the tools to create focus. They help you slow down and pay attention.
• Expect confusing results. Electrical impulses and normal signals can trigger readings.
• Treat the Ovilus output as a spooky prop, not a lab instrument.

That approach keeps the experience enjoyable, even if you’re not fully convinced by paranormal claims. The best part is the participation: you’re holding something, trying something, and responding as the guide directs you.

Guides and group size: what it feels like in practice

Groups are capped at 30 people. That size is large enough to meet other spooky-minded folks, but small enough that you can still hear instructions and join in when the guide asks you to test equipment.

Guide names that have come up on recent departures include Brigid, Dylan, Cassie, Mike, Ty, and Amnesty. The common thread is that the guide experience is a major part of the value: good narration helps the route click, and humor helps the dark stories land without becoming heavy.

Some tours can cram lots of facts and anecdotes into limited time, and this one can feel that way if your expectations are strictly paranormal. If you want a steady back-and-forth of ghost-hunting attempts with a long stretch devoted to results, keep in mind that the route still prioritizes major Savannah stops and city context.

What you’re really getting: a structured spooky orientation

I think the big value here is how efficiently you get a whole collection of Savannah’s haunted themes in one evening. You cover founding-era darkness, cemetery legends, haunted museum vibes, and a classic inside stop at an old inn and restaurant. Then you end with cleansing and a photo, which makes the tour feel like an event rather than a lecture with occasional spooky moments.

It’s also a smart choice if you’re short on time. Savannah can easily swallow an entire evening with multiple stops, and this tour prevents that by setting a clear route and a hard timeline.

Who this tour is best for (and who should look elsewhere)

This fits best if you:

• Want a short, guided night in Savannah’s historic area
• Like interactive paranormal-style activities (meters, rods, guided attempts)
• Enjoy mixing local history with ghost stories
• Prefer an evening schedule so your daytime stays free

It may be less satisfying if you:

• Want a pure paranormal investigation with slow, detailed observation
• Have already done several Savannah ghost tours and want totally fresh narratives
• Are hoping every stop will deliver clear paranormal proof rather than atmosphere and stories

A two-hour format naturally limits how much time you can spend “at one place chasing one signal.” So set your expectations accordingly.

Should you book the 2-hour Paranormal Walking Tour?

Book it if you want an evening that’s spooky, structured, and interactive, with a route that covers major haunted areas in Savannah without forcing you into a whole-night commitment. The mix of historic context, hands-on equipment, and the fact that you go inside at 17Hundred90 gives the tour variety you’ll feel right away.

Skip it if your idea of paranormal is long, evidence-heavy sessions with lots of quiet time and minimal history talk. This is designed to be a guided walk with tools and stories—more “event” than “lab.”

If you can handle an outdoor night walk and you’re excited to play along, it’s an easy yes for many people—especially since the tour has a strong overall rating (4.6) based on 90 reviews and keeps groups to a maximum of 30.

FAQ

FAQ

What time does the tour start, and how long does it last?

The tour starts at 8:00 pm and runs for about 2 hours.

Where do I meet for the Paranormal Walking Tour?

Meet at Flip Flop Shops, 100 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401. The tour ends back at the meeting point.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes, the tour is offered in English.

What kind of ticketing does the tour use?

You’ll use a mobile ticket.

Is the tour interactive or strictly storytelling?

It’s designed to be interactive. You’ll be given hands-on ghost-hunting equipment to try during the tour, along with the guide’s narration.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.