Wormsloe Plantation and Bonaventure Cemetery tour
Visit the Historic Wormsloe Plantation and Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah including a stop at the famous Byrd Cookie Company!
Your day begins with a tour of one of the most beautiful cemeteries, the Bonaventure Cemetery, dating back to 1846. You'll learn about the lives of notable inhabitants like Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer, Georgia’s first governor Edward Telfair, philanthropist Mary Telfair, as well as the tragic tales of poet Conrad Aiken and Gracie Watson. The Cemetery walking tour meanders under moss-draped oaks and along the bluff of the Wilmington River. For lunch, you'll stop at Erica Davis Lowcountry restaurant, a local favorite that serves Coastal Southern Cuisine.
The day continues to the Wormsloe Historic site and a drive through the picturesque Isle of Hope Historic District. You will take a short walk to see the 18th-century Plantation Tabby Ruins and visit the museum of the Georgia State Park Historic Site. You'll then drive down Bluff Dr to view the Intercoastal waterway and the magnificent houses that range in style from Greek Revival to Craftsman Bungalows.
Top off your tour with a stop at the Famous Savannah Byrd Cookie Company headquarters for shopping and tastings. Key Lime, Bennie Bits, and Cheddar Cheese are just of few of the favorites.
Main features
Additional features
Do this because
- Learn about the lives of notable inhabitants of Bonaventure Cemetery
- Drive through the picturesque Isle of Hope Historic District
- See the 18th-century Plantation Tabby Ruins
- Stop for a treat at the Savannah Byrd Cookie Company
Important to know
- Tour available in English
- A portion of the tour is walking through Bonaventure Cemetery and Wormsloe Plantation Tabby Ruins
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
What’s included
- Mini-Bus Transfers to and from Savannah's Visitors Center
- Admission into the Georgia State Park Wormsloe Plantation
- Tour of Byrd Cookie company
- Tour of Bonaventure Cemetery
What’s not included
- Lunch at Eric Davis Lowcountry Restaurant
- Parking fees at Savannah Visitors Center (1st hour for free, $2.00 each hour following)
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Savannah Gray Line
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