Savannah Irish History Walking Tour

Name: Savannah Irish History Walking Tour
Brand: Viator
Price: 32 USD
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3.7(3)1h 30mEngelskSavannah

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On this tour, we see 5 historic squares and end in beautiful Emmet Park beside the Celtic Cross. See the Irish influence on Savannah today from street names to flags flying. Learn about the Old Fort area where many Irish communities settled in the 1800s. After this tour, you will have an in-depth understanding of why the Irish immigrated to Savannah and what their experience here was like. Questions and requests encouraged. We would love to have the opportunity to show y'all our hometown!

KT O'Brien and Tom O'Brien are excited to present the Irish History of Savannah Tour. They are both especially passionate about sharing these stories as their first Irish ancestors came to Savannah in the 1850s. This is an opportunity to even hear stories passed down through families and oral tradition. The Irish have many tales to share! Join a real locals tour to learn about Irish in Savannah as early as the 1700s!

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Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
222 E Harris St, , Savannah, United States
The Cathedral has a big connection to the Irish in Savannah. We will walk beside it and learn the history here.
Colonial Park Cemetery
200 Abercorn St, , Savannah, United States
We walk alongside the Colonial Cemetery which dates to 1750.
10 min
Warren Square
Savannah, United States
Learn the connection between Warren Square and the Irish History of Savannah.
10 min
Emmet Park
Bay Street, Savannah, United States
We end at the Celtic Cross in Emmet Park which used to be named the Irish Green after all the Irish immigrants who settled there.
10 min
Washington Square
Savannah, United States
A big connection to the Irish in Savannah will be shared here. This used to be known as the Old Fort area of Savannah.
10 min