Telfair Academy

Museum • Savannah, Georgia United States

The Telfair Academy in Savannah, Georgia, is a distinguished museum that provides visitors with a captivating glimpse into the rich history and artistic heritage of the region. Housed in a historic Regency-style mansion, the Telfair Academy offers a unique blend of art and architecture, creating an immersive experience for all who enter its doors.

As one of the oldest public museums in the Southern United States, the Telfair Academy showcases an impressive collection of American and European art, including works by renowned artists such as Childe Hassam, Gari Melchers, and George Bellows. The museum's diverse exhibitions and rotating displays offer visitors a comprehensive look at various artistic movements and styles, providing a comprehensive view of the evolution of art over the centuries.

Beyond its extraordinary art collection, the Telfair Academy also serves as a hub for cultural enrichment and education, hosting various programs, lectures, and events that engage visitors of all ages. The museum's picturesque surroundings, including lush gardens and historic architecture, further enhance the overall visitor experience, making it a must-see tourist attraction in Savannah. Whether exploring the galleries or strolling through the museum's grounds, a visit to the Telfair Academy is sure to leave a lasting impression on art enthusiasts and history buffs alike.


Tours for Telfair Academy

Exploring the area? Book a tour to fully experience everything Telfair Academy has to offer. A guided tour will provide you with fascinating insights and hidden gems that you might miss on your own.

Rising Voices: Underrepresented History (by Walk With Me Savannah Tours) in Savannah, Georgia $40 Tour Provided by Viator
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Rising Voices: Underrepresented History (by Walk With Me Savannah Tours)

Savannah, Georgia United States

Walk With Me Savannah Tours presents 'Rising Voices', a Savannah history tour exclusively featuring underrepresented narratives and figures.

Historically too many narratives have been minimized or just left out of society's carefully crafted histories. Take a walking tour where we instead exclusively highlight those underrepresented voices.

We will focus on the lives and accomplishments of black, native, queer, and female residents of Savannah and how they impacted the world around them, in such a way that Savannah as it stands would not exist without each and every one of them.

Tours start in Franklin Square and conclude in Monterey Square.

Johnson Square to Independent Presbyterian: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Savannah in Savannah, Georgia $10 Tour Provided by Viator
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Johnson Square to Independent Presbyterian: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Savannah

Savannah, Georgia United States

See the charm, beauty and mystique of ‘the Hostess City’ of the South on this self-guided walking tour of Savannah.

• Hop from square to square, taking in the city’s iconic haint blue structures that were said to ward off evil spirits
• Hear from producer Andrew Cotton, a History Major who now owns and operates a high end, private history tour company
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

60-Minute Guided Segway History Tour of Savannah in Savannah, Georgia $55 Tour Provided by Viator
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60-Minute Guided Segway History Tour of Savannah

Savannah, Georgia United States

Segway your way through Savannah on this adventurous 60-minute guided segway tour. Small or private groups will travel through time as you marvel at Savannah's breath-taking architecture, beautiful historic homes, captivating monuments and fascinating fountains. Your knowledgeable tour guide will share Savannah’s tales from her humble beginnings as the country's 13th colony to one of the most interesting, fun and intriguing cities today.

Private Historic Savannah Tour in a Vintage Citroën in Savannah, Georgia $150 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private Historic Savannah Tour in a Vintage Citroën

Savannah, Georgia United States

Our tours provide a unique experience that you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll get to see Savannah from the comfort of an iconic vintage Citroen 2CV which matches our historic streets and architecture perfectly and since this tour is private each one is unique and catered to our guest's interests, sights, and neighborhoods they want to see most. Your private guide will lead you along scenic routes and share stories of Savannah’s unique history along the way.

90-Minute Segway History Tour of Savannah in Savannah, Georgia $75 Tour Provided by Viator
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90-Minute Segway History Tour of Savannah

Savannah, Georgia United States

Segway your way through Savannah on this adventurous 90-minute tour. Small or private groups will travel through time as you marvel at Savannah's breath-taking architecture, beautiful historic homes, captivating monuments and fascinating fountains. Your knowledgeable tour guide will share Savannah’s tales from her humble beginnings as the country's 13th colony to one of the most interesting, fun and intriguing cities today.

Self-Guided 'Old Squares of Savannah' Solo Walking Tour in Savannah, Georgia $8 Tour Provided by Viator
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Self-Guided 'Old Squares of Savannah' Solo Walking Tour

Savannah, Georgia United States

Explore the original old squares of Savannah and discover their story. Go at your own pace, on your own schedule and on your own terms. It's like a real life tour guide, only it's on your phone, way more convenient and a better story teller.

WalknTours technology seamlessly guides you step by step through Savannah telling you the stories of it's founding, it's old squares, it's buildings, founder, churches, Telfair museum, where Forest Gump was filmed, the founding of the girl scouts, Tomochichi's memorial and so much more.

The tour takes 1 plus hours to walk without stopping. But feel free to stop in the shops, squares or restaurants you'll discover as you walk through this picturesque city.

The WalknTours app guides Solo travelers on a hands free tour.

Go anytime, explore on your own schedule.

Perfect for Solo Travelers. Especially Solo Travel Rebels.

Savannah Ghost Night Time Trolley Tour in Savannah, Georgia $37 Tour Provided by Viator
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Savannah Ghost Night Time Trolley Tour

Savannah, Georgia United States

Explore Savannah’s haunted history with Old Savannah Tours, an award-winning, locally owned and operated company that brings the city’s dead to life with our spine-chilling ghost tours. Along the way, you’ll hear lively tales told by some of Savannah’s most illustrious “spirits” – from deceased theater performers to dead pirates – who hop on the trolley to tell their terrifying tales of woe. Learn whether Savannah socialite Matilda Sorrel actually killed herself, uncover Civil War secrets from Confederate soldiers, discover where the victims in the Siege of Savannah are buried and “meet” some of Savannah’s most frightful historic figures.