Private tour in Savannah Bonnie T
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Hi there! I was born and raised in Savannah and have always felt a deep love for my hometown and privileged to have been born in such a beautiful place. When I was a kid, my family lived in a turn of the century Queen Anne Revival house in an old part of the city, so History always had a very tangible presence in my life. It has never been just words on a page or a class at school- it was the space in which I lived. My dad, who was also born here, loved history as well- local history especially- and taught me all kinds of things growing up. He would take me out to Fort Pulaski and tell me about the Civil War; he would walk me around Colonial Park Cemetery and tell me about the gruesome Yellow Fever epidemic of 1820; it was never boring for me and I don't want it to be boring for you either. On my tours, I hope to leave you with the same love for Savannah and the South that I feel. Aside from educating you about the city's past, I want to show you where to look in the present for the most beautiful things, the best food, and the most fun. I am happy to serve as your personal concierge while you're in town and connect you with all the local fun and games that get obscured by flashier events with a bigger advertising budget. I have been involved in community theatre here since I was 9 years old and always keep abreast of what our local troupes are doing. I am also friends with several musicians in town and can help you figure out where to enjoy the best live music. I can help you pick which museums to go to, give you directions to outlying attractions, and do whatever it takes to make sure you get to experience Savannah beyond what you see in the glossy travel brochures. I have been a tour guide here for 21 years, been doing walking tours for 20 of those. Trust me, on foot is the best way to see Savannah. I have been conducting small, private tours for 13 years and am happy to let you go at your own pace, linger where you like, and rest whenever you need to. Wherever you come from, leave it behind and dive "behind the moss curtain" with me. Business Tax Certificate issued by the City of Savannah Majored in History and minored in Gender and Women's Studies at Armstrong Atlantic State University Been a tour guide for 19 years I am not licensed to drive a tour vehicle. I have access to public historical spaces, but not private homes or house museums. All of my tours take place within the Landmark Historic District.
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In town for your anniversary? Taking a trip with your best friend? This tour is for couples who wish to spend the late afternoon together in beautiful spaces with a drink in hand. Savannah has always had a special relationship with alcohol and certain beverages were particular favorites with our ancestors. On this tour, you'll get to know the city by getting to know her favorite drinks along with a little basic history. We will start at the Artillery Bar with glasses of the Chatham Artillery Punch, which was invented here in the 18th century and is our signature cocktail. Then we'll move down the block to Husk for some Madeira wine (a particular favorite in the mid-19th century) and some appetizers of your choosing from that evening's menu. We will finish up at a favorite local watering hole, the 17Hundred90 Inn & Restaurant, with a Mint Julep (the quintessential Southern cocktail). Pricing on this tour is set for 2 people and includes all the drinks, an appetizer, and generous tips for all waitstaff.
Start at Artillery Bar to sample Chatham Artillery Punch: rolling fork rum, darvelle freres brandy, rittenhouse rye, haymans sloe gin, green tea, oleo saccharum, topped with sparkling wine Walk through Chippewa Square and over to Husk for a glass of Madeira wine (Portuguese dessert wine fortified with brandy) and an appetizer of your choice Walk from Chippewa Square to the 17Hundred90 Inn & Restaurant for a Mint Julep: top shelf bourbon, freshly muddled mint leaves, simple syrup, water Total distance covered: just under 1 mile The Artillery Bar has a code of conduct and dress code: keep phone silenced; no tank tops, cut-offs, sandals or flip flops. All guests on the tour must be 21+ and state law requires current photo ID to drink (driver's license, passport, military ID, tribal ID)
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Walking from point to point. There are a few stairs up the front of Husk, but they also have a wheelchair lift. There is one step down at the bar of the 17Hundred90. There are plenty of benches to sit along the way and the pace is easy, but still make sure to wear decently comfortable shoes.
307 Bull Street, Savannah, Georgia, 31401, United States
The Artillery Bar is at 307 Bull St., between Liberty St. and Madison Square. It's the most distinctive building on the block and I don't think you'll miss it. There is street parking available around the square and on nearby streets. The parking is free after 5pm.
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