Haunted Savannah Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour

Savannah’s Booze and Boos tour mixes two good evening plans: a ghost walk and a pub crawl. You stroll through the River Street area, hear stories tied to old bars and city sites, and stop at four watering holes where you can order a drink. The cost is $39.92, not including alcohol.

I like the small group size, capped at 16, and the way the tour uses costumed guides such as Olivia, Kaitlyn, Sky, Dalton, and Chris to keep the evening lively. I also like the blend of spooky tales with useful Savannah tips, including drink recommendations and bits of city history. The main drawback is that the mood depends heavily on your guide, and some stories may feel more playful than frightening.

Key points to know before you book

• Four historic pub stops: You visit local bars and hear about their haunted pasts while buying your own drinks.
• River Street setting: The walk begins near 225 East Bay Street and usually finishes near River Street at 214 East Bay Street.
• Strong guide track record: Olivia, Kaitlyn, Sky, Dalton, Chris, and other guides receive repeated praise for humor, storytelling, and group management.
• A social night out: This suits couples, friends, Halloween visitors, and anyone who wants ghost stories with drinks rather than a purely serious paranormal tour.
• Plan for a real walk: The experience lasts about three hours and requires a moderate level of fitness.
• Bring valid identification: Every participant must be at least 21 years old, and alcohol is not included in the ticket price.

A ghost walk with a Savannah bar in every chapter

The appeal here is simple. You do not spend three hours standing in one dark square listening to a guide recite old tales. Instead, you move through historic Savannah, pause at bars, and let each stop add another piece to the evening.

The route focuses on the River Street area, beginning at 225 East Bay Street. The exact order of the pubs can change, but the plan is built around four local, historic bars. At each one, you can buy a drink and hear why the place is part of Savannah’s spooky folklore.

That format gives the tour a social rhythm. You walk, listen, order a drink, and then move on. If you prefer a quiet, serious ghost investigation, this may feel too light. If you want a night that combines city orientation, local stories, and a drink in hand, it makes good sense.

The tour lasts about three hours, with approximately two and a half hours described as walking time. That is long enough to feel like a full evening activity, but not so long that the ghost stories take over your entire night in Savannah.

What happens around Historic River Street

The first listed stop is Historic River Street, where you spend about 20 minutes hearing spooky stories and taking in the Savannah Harbor setting. This is a useful opening because it places you in one of the city’s best-known historic areas before the evening moves indoors.

You should expect stories connected to the buildings, waterfront, and people who shaped Savannah. The tour is not limited to tales inside the bars. The walk between stops also brings stories about other sites, which helps the evening feel like a city tour rather than four unrelated drinking stops.

River Street also gives the guide room to set the tone. A costumed pirate guide, reported by one happy customer, shows the playful side of the experience. Other guides use humor, theatrical presentation, and direct group management. Kaitlyn is repeatedly praised for making the group laugh, while Olivia is noted for balancing fun with history and keeping the group moving.

The waterfront setting is atmospheric, but it is also a working public area. You are not entering a private haunted attraction with special effects. The charm comes from old buildings, nighttime streets, local legends, and the guide’s delivery.

Four pubs, four chances to shape the evening

The pub stops are the heart of Booze and Boos. Alcohol is not included, so you choose and pay for your own drinks at each bar. That keeps the ticket price lower than an all-inclusive crawl, but your final cost depends on how much you order.

The bars are selected for their historic character and reported haunted connections. One repeated recommendation is 17Hundred90, a Savannah restaurant and inn with a long-running reputation for ghost stories. The supplied information does not promise a fixed drink menu, so you should treat the bar visits as opportunities to order what is available rather than expecting a special cocktail package.

That distinction matters. One person found the drink selection limited, while another praised the variety and the quality of the stops. Service can also vary. A slower bar may interrupt the pace of the evening, especially if the group is large or the pub is busy.

I like that the tour does not pretend the alcohol is part of the admission. You know from the start that the $39.92 covers the guide and walking experience, not drinks. If you are careful with spending, order selectively. If you are joining for a birthday, bachelorette outing, or friends’ night, the four-stop format gives you plenty of room to make the evening as relaxed or as festive as you wish.

The experience can become more social as the night goes on. One guide was praised for herding drunks with good humor, which tells you something practical: the tour is designed for a group that may be drinking, and the guide’s job includes keeping everyone together.

The guide can make or break the mood

The clearest pattern in the feedback is the importance of the individual guide. Olivia is praised for funny delivery, history, drink suggestions, and handling a lively bachelorette group without losing the main stories. Kaitlyn is described as an energetic storyteller who keeps people laughing. Sky receives praise for combining engaging tales with a walk through historic Savannah.

Dalton is singled out for Halloween-night storytelling and for making the bar crawl fun. Chris is praised for being friendly, funny, and able to explain both the bars and the city sites. These comments point to a tour style that relies on personality as much as content.

That is good news if you enjoy a conversational guide who can read a room. It also explains the occasional uneven experience. One person found the guide dismissive when asked about specific ghost stories and felt the tour leaned too much toward costume and entertainment. Another found the stories informative but not especially scary and disliked an aggressive push for tips.

So set your expectations correctly. This is not a scholarly lecture on Savannah’s supernatural claims. It is a guided night out, with history, folklore, drinks, jokes, and a costumed presentation. You may get a serious storyteller, a comic actor, or a blend of the two.

How scary is Booze and Boos?

The tour is spooky, but it is not necessarily frightening. Many of the stories concern haunted bars and old city locations, and the guides add atmosphere through costumes and performance. Still, the most praised parts are often the laughs, local facts, and social energy.

If you want jump scares, paranormal equipment, or a tightly focused investigation, choose a different type of ghost tour. Booze and Boos is better for people who enjoy hearing local legends while walking through an old city at night.

The ghost stories also work as a way to notice Savannah’s buildings. You are not only listening for spirits. You are hearing why certain places have unusual reputations and how the city’s past continues to shape its nightlife.

The balance between history and folklore is one of the tour’s strengths. Several guides are praised for adding general facts about Savannah, not just stories about ghosts. That makes the walk useful even if you are skeptical about hauntings.

Value at $39.92, before drinks

At $39.92 per person, this is a fair price for a three-hour guided walk with four pub stops. You are paying for the guide, the route, the storytelling, and the structure of the evening. You are not paying for alcohol, reserved tables, or a drink at every stop.

The value improves if you would otherwise book a ghost walk and a separate pub crawl. This combines both into one outing and gives you a ready-made route through the River Street area. It also saves you from researching which historic bars to visit on your own.

The value is weaker if you do not drink or if you mainly want detailed Savannah history. You can still enjoy the walk, but part of the experience is built around entering bars and ordering refreshments. The ticket alone does not include tastings.

A 4.9 rating from 1,186 reviews and a 97 percent recommendation rate suggest a strong overall record. Still, the low ratings are useful. They point to two real concerns: the evening can feel too touristy for someone seeking a serious ghost tour, and the quality of the experience can shift with the guide and the bar service.

I would budget beyond the ticket price for drinks and a tip if you feel the guide earned one. Since every pub visit is separate, you control your spending. That flexibility is helpful, but it also means the advertised price is only the starting point for a full night out.

Walking, meeting points, and practical comfort

You meet at 225 East Bay Street in Savannah and usually finish near River Street at 214 East Bay Street. The end point is close to the starting area, but you should still pay attention to the final meeting instructions so you do not leave a car or other plans far away.

The experience is near public transportation, and service animals are allowed. It is not recommended for people with mobility problems. You should expect a moderate amount of walking, standing, and movement between bars, with the full activity lasting about three hours.

Wear comfortable shoes. Savannah’s historic streets are part of the experience, but they can make a long evening harder if your footwear is poor. You will also be moving in and out of businesses, so a flexible attitude helps when service is slow or a stop feels crowded.

The maximum group size is 16. That is small enough for a guide to keep track of the group and answer questions, though it is not a private tour. A lively group can still affect how much you hear, especially outdoors or near busy nightlife areas.

You must be 21 or older and carry valid identification. This is a firm condition, not a suggestion, since the itinerary includes several pubs.

Who will enjoy this Savannah night out?

I would recommend Booze and Boos to couples, groups of friends, birthday parties, and anyone who wants a social introduction to Savannah after dark. It is also a natural fit for Halloween season, when costumes and ghost stories feel especially at home.

The tour works well for first-time visitors who want a guided walk through the River Street area without giving up an evening of drinks. It can also suit repeat visitors who want to try historic bars they might not find on their own.

You may want to skip it if you dislike alcohol-centered activities, need a step-free route, or want a quiet and serious history lesson. It is also not the best choice if your main goal is to hear the darkest possible ghost stories. The tone can be playful, and the pirate costume or other theatrical touches may feel too touristy for some people.

For the best chance at a good fit, book it as a fun night with ghost stories, not as proof of the supernatural. Ask questions, listen for the city details, and treat the bars as historic stops rather than simply places to drink.

Cancellation and weather considerations

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.

The tour requires good weather. If poor weather forces a cancellation, you will be offered another date or a full refund. The operator also requires a minimum number of participants, so a cancellation for that reason comes with the choice of another date or experience, or a full refund.

These rules are worth noting because the activity is primarily outdoors. Avoid placing it too tightly against another evening booking, especially if rain is in the forecast.

Should you book Booze and Boos?

Book this tour if you want four historic pub stops, ghost stories, and a lively walk in one Savannah evening. The price is reasonable for the amount of guided time, and the strongest guides, especially Olivia, Kaitlyn, Sky, Dalton, and Chris, bring plenty of humor and local color.

Skip it if you want a solemn paranormal investigation, included drinks, or a fully accessible route. The experience is social, theatrical, and dependent on the guide’s style.

For most adults looking for an easygoing night out, I think it is a good choice. Go in expecting spirits of both kinds, keep your drink budget in mind, wear sensible shoes, and let the city’s old streets do part of the storytelling.

FAQ

How long does the Haunted Savannah Booze and Boos tour last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours, including about two and a half hours of walking.

How many bars does the tour visit?

The tour is built around four local, historic bars and pubs. The exact stops or timing may vary.

Are alcoholic drinks included in the ticket price?

No. The $39.92 ticket does not include alcoholic beverages. You buy drinks separately at the bars.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is 225 East Bay Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401.

Where does the tour finish?

Tours typically finish near River Street, at or around 214 East Bay Street, Savannah, Georgia 31401.

Do I need to be 21 to join?

Yes. All participants must be at least 21 years old and have valid identification.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Poor-weather or minimum-participant cancellations offer a different date or experience, or a full refund.