Captain Stoner’s Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah

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Captain Stoner’s Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah

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Night falls fast in Savannah’s haunted streets. Captain Stoner’s Haunted Bar Crawl blends cemetery legends with inn and tavern stories, paced as a smooth loop through key historic sites; I especially like Captain Stoner’s story delivery and the clear stop-by-stop rhythm that keeps the whole thing fun (not chaotic) in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The one real watch-out: show up at the right entrance and close to the start time, because if the group is already checked in, they’re not going to wait indefinitely.

This is the kind of night tour that works because it stays practical. You get a mobile ticket, the language is English, and the big sites are free to enter as part of the experience—while alcohol is optional and not included, so you control your pace.

Key things I’d circle on your plan

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Key things I’d circle on your plan

  • Six major Savannah stops in roughly 1 hour 45 minutes means you’ll cover ground without turning the night into a long slog
  • Colonial Park Cemetery brings the spooky angle with stories tied to the Revolution and yellow fever
  • Owens-Thomas House area adds serious context, including early running water and the slave quarters connection
  • Reynolds Square to Abe’s on Lincoln links multiple spooky stories in a way that’s easy to follow
  • Marshall House plus Savannah Taphouse gives you ghost lore and barroom tales in the same stretch
  • Two drink-choice options at the Tomochichi Memorial Stone stop let you pick Tequila’s Town or Bar Bubbly

Savannah After Dark: What This Haunted Bar Crawl Feels Like

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Savannah After Dark: What This Haunted Bar Crawl Feels Like

This tour is built around a simple idea: Savannah’s story sits in the buildings, the squares, and the spots where people gathered after dark. You move from cemetery to historic homes to inns and taverns, with Captain Stoner connecting the dots between haunting lore and the real places that inspired it.

What I like most is the blend of tones. It’s not just jump-scare spooky talk. You also get concrete background—especially when the tour hits the Owens-Thomas House area—so the night feels more grounded than pure theater.

The pace matters here. When a crawl is too long or too loose, you lose the thread and start craving a nap. This one is structured around short, focused time blocks at each stop, so you’re always going somewhere interesting next.

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Meeting at Davant Park and Finishing at Ellis Square (No Guessing Required)

The tour starts at Davant Park, 252 E Perry Ln, Savannah, GA 31401. It ends at Ellis Square, Savannah, GA. That’s a helpful setup because you’re not stuck finishing across town from where the day began.

You’ll want to treat timing as part of the experience. One snag that can derail your night is simply not locating the exact meeting point or arriving before check-in is complete. I recommend planning to arrive about 10 minutes early, not 2 minutes before. That window gives you time to find the group and get your mobile ticket sorted without rushing.

Group size is capped at 30 people, which keeps things social but not overcrowded. It also makes it easier for Captain Stoner to answer the odd questions that pop up when people get curious about how the stories connect.

A quick practical note: this is an outdoor walking tour in the evening. It requires good weather, so if rain or bad conditions hit, you may be offered another date or a refund.

Colonial Park Cemetery: Revolution Echoes and Yellow Fever Legends

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Colonial Park Cemetery: Revolution Echoes and Yellow Fever Legends

Colonial Park Cemetery is the first stop, about 15 minutes, with free admission included. It’s described as the oldest municipal cemetery in the United States, and the tour ties it to haunting stories linked to the Revolution and the yellow fever era.

Why this stop works even if you’re not a big cemetery person: the stories are rooted in specific historical eras that shaped Savannah. You’re not just hearing generic ghost lines—you’re hearing connections to real events that left a mark on the city.

A consideration: this is the emotional opener. If you’re the kind of person who finds cemeteries a little heavy at night, you might want to mentally prep for that early mood shift. The good news is the stop is brief, so you’re not stuck there long.

Owens-Thomas House, Slave Quarters, 1790 Haunted Inn, and Kehoe Mansion

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Owens-Thomas House, Slave Quarters, 1790 Haunted Inn, and Kehoe Mansion

Next is a longer, about 25-minute stretch around Oglethorpe Square. This is the part of the tour where the Savannah romance meets real substance.

You’ll visit the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters area. One standout detail you’ll hear is that the Owens-Thomas House had running water 15 years before the White House. That single fact is a fast way to understand why this neighborhood became so historically important, long before most other American cities could brag about the same level of plumbing.

From there, the tour continues into nearby haunted stops tied to the 17hundred90 haunted Inn and tavern and the Kehoe Mansion. The Kehoe Mansion angle focuses on the ghosts of the Kehoe twins, and Captain Stoner weaves it into the wider theme of Savannah’s reputation for lingering spirits.

This segment is also valuable because it’s harder to fake context. It forces the tour to slow down just enough for you to connect architecture, daily life, and the darker stories people attached to those spaces over time.

A gentle heads-up: when you hear about slave quarters and death-related history in a spooky setting, it can feel emotionally intense. Keep an open mind, but also remember you’re learning about real history, not just chasing adrenaline.

Reynolds Square to Abe’s on Lincoln: The Olde Pink House Thread

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Reynolds Square to Abe’s on Lincoln: The Olde Pink House Thread

Stop three is about 20 minutes, focused on paranormal activity in Reynolds Square and connected stories that include the Olde Pink House.

Then you’ll visit Abe’s on Lincoln, where the tour shares how the spirits of an ill-fated couple still make their presence known. The way this stop is framed helps you connect what you’ve just heard with what comes next: Savannah’s hauntings aren’t treated as random. They’re treated like stories that overlap through the same blocks and landmarks.

This is a good point in the night for you to lean into the interactive side. Captain Stoner is known for being responsive to questions, and this stop is where curious details tend to pop up—why a particular story stuck, how locations relate, and which legend links to which building.

If you like your spooky tours with a storyline instead of a checklist, this Reynolds Square to Abe’s on Lincoln stretch is where that style really shows.

Marshall House and Savannah Taphouse: Civil War Haunts With Local Bar Tales

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Marshall House and Savannah Taphouse: Civil War Haunts With Local Bar Tales

Stop four is about 15 minutes at The Marshall House, Historic Inns of Savannah. This is another historic-property segment where the tour shifts into wartime and shadowy lore.

You’ll hear history tied to the Civil War, along with facts about a malevolent incubus and other ghosts said to reside within. Then it gets practical and fun: you’ll also stop next door at Savannah Taphouse to hear local bartenders’ tales of their experiences.

This stop hits a sweet spot: it mixes the building’s reputation with barroom storytelling. It also gives you a natural reset in the tour’s energy. One moment you’re absorbing heavier tales inside an inn’s history; the next you’re listening to how locals interpret the same stories through their day-to-day view of the place.

Alcohol isn’t included on the tour, so if you want a drink, you’ll need to purchase it yourself. That’s actually a benefit for many people. You can have one and keep moving, or you can skip it and still enjoy the atmosphere.

Tomochichi Memorial Stone: Hanging Square, a Death-Row Drug Store, and Your Drink Choice

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Tomochichi Memorial Stone: Hanging Square, a Death-Row Drug Store, and Your Drink Choice

Your fifth stop runs about 15 minutes at the Tomochichi Memorial Stone. The tour ties this area to the story of the hanging square, and it also brings up a haunted drug store that used to be death row.

This segment has two strengths. First, it covers a darker piece of Savannah’s past without turning it into pure shock value. Second, it transitions to something you can control: you’ll stop at either Tequila’s Town or Bar Bubbly, depending on your preferred libation.

That “pick your drink” approach helps the night feel less rigid. You’re still moving with the group, but you get a say in which bar atmosphere you prefer.

If you’re trying to keep the night light, choose the option that matches your vibe—then pace yourself. This is the point where it’s easy for people to overspend on drinks if they’re not paying attention, since alcohol isn’t part of what’s included.

Ellis Square and the Historic City Market: Where the Night Gets Going

Captain Stoner's Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah - Ellis Square and the Historic City Market: Where the Night Gets Going

Stop six is about 15 minutes at Ellis Square, also described as the historic City Market area. This is where spirits are said to be plentiful, and where the tour’s energy shifts toward the social side of downtown.

You’ll end at one of the many haunted pubs in Savannah’s nightlife area downtown, with the idea that you can continue the party with your new tour friends.

This final stretch is less about learning one specific site detail and more about closing the loop. You’ve heard cemetery lore, inn ghosts, historic-square stories, and barroom legends. Now you’re in the part of town where those stories feel like they belong—where a night out naturally continues.

Value and Pace: Why the Included Stops Matter

I like how this tour packages the important stuff. All fees and taxes are included, and the individual stops are covered with admission ticket free access as part of your experience.

That means you’re not scrambling for separate tickets while you’re trying to enjoy the night. In a city where historic sites can cost extra, that included access is a real value boost.

Also, alcohol not being included is a good balancing factor. You can still enjoy the bar setting and stories, but you aren’t forced to buy drinks to justify the experience. If you want a calm version of the night, you can do that. If you want a more lively one, you can still choose how much you spend.

The pace is another value point. With short stops totaling around 1 hour 45 minutes, you get an organized path through Savannah without the fatigue that comes with longer walking tours at night.

Who Should Book This Crawl (and Who Might Think Twice)

This tour fits best if you like historic storytelling and you’re okay with spooky themes presented with real place-based context. It’s ideal for groups who want a shared night out with conversation built in. It also works if you ask questions, because Captain Stoner is set up to respond.

If you’re very sensitive to cemetery settings early in the night, consider that Colonial Park Cemetery is your first stop. If you don’t enjoy bar settings, remember that alcohol isn’t included, and you can treat the tavern stops as storytelling hubs rather than drink-focused stops.

It’s also a good match for people who like structured wandering. A crawl that’s timed by thoughtful stops keeps the experience coherent—especially when you’re learning the connections between Savannah squares and historic buildings.

Should You Book Captain Stoner’s Haunted Bar Crawl?

I’d book it if you want a night in Savannah that mixes haunting lore with meaningful location details, without dragging on for hours. The story delivery is a standout, and Captain Stoner’s willingness to answer the wild questions people ask keeps the atmosphere playful instead of stiff.

Skip it if you’re coming for a quiet, purely educational museum-style experience, or if you know cemeteries and grim local legends will put you off right away.

If you’re the type who likes your nightlife with a plot, this one is an easy yes—especially if you plan ahead for the start time and meet-up location so your night runs smoothly from the first stop to Ellis Square.

FAQ

How long is the Captain Stoner’s Haunted Bar Crawl in Savannah?

The tour lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at Davant Park, 252 E Perry Ln, Savannah, GA 31401, and ends at Ellis Square, Savannah, GA.

Is admission included for the stops?

Yes. The experience includes all fees and taxes, and each listed stop notes admission ticket free.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic beverages are not included.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour is offered in English.

How big is the group?

The tour has a maximum of 30 travelers.

What if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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