Raise a glass to the past on Battles & Brews, Savannah’s only Civil War-themed pub crawl! Walk the historic streets where soldiers marched, generals strategized, and the city’s fate hung in the balance. At each stop, you’ll uncover gripping tales of espionage, occupation, and rebellion—while enjoying your favorite drinks in atmospheric pubs along the way. This tour blends bold history with cold brews, perfect for anyone who loves a great story with a side of spirits. Drink where history happened—and discover the war like never before.
If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Educated and entertaining tour guide.
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Only for guests ages 21+
Meeting Points
Departure
The Public Kitchen & Bar
You will meet your tour guide on the corner of Liberty and Bull Streets, in front of The Public Kitchen & Bar, which is located at 1 W Liberty St, Savannah, GA 31401.
Return
Ellis Square
Our final stop for a cold one.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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30 minutes
2
Madison Square
Beneath the quiet charm of Madison Square lies a battlefield of memory. Flanked by statues and historic homes, this square was once a hub of Civil War activity. At this stop, we’ll uncover the stories of Confederate generals, local resistance, and the Union occupation that reshaped Savannah’s streets. As you sip your drink nearby, you'll hear how Madison Square became a silent witness to strategy, sacrifice, and Southern defiance—a perfect blend of beauty and bloodshed in the heart of the city.
24 minutes
3
Johnson Square
As Savannah’s oldest and most prominent square, Johnson Square was a center of commerce, communication, and Civil War-era decision-making. At this stop, we’ll explore how the city’s elite gathered here—debating secession, funding the Confederacy, and shaping Savannah’s role in the conflict. Surrounded by monuments and whispers of the past, you’ll sip your drink where bankers, generals, and Southern strategists once shaped the fate of a divided nation.
30 minutes
4
Ellis Square
Today, Ellis Square is a bustling social hub—but during the Civil War, it was a vital center for commerce, supplies, and auctions that helped fuel the Southern war effort. At this stop, we’ll explore the square’s darker past, its role in the Confederate economy, and how it transformed under Union occupation. With a drink in hand, you’ll stand where soldiers once marched and merchants once profited—a place where war and daily life collided in the heart of Savannah.
30 minutes
Battles & Brews Pub Crawl in Savannah
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North Historic District
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$35.00
Price varies by group size
About
Raise a glass to the past on Battles & Brews, Savannah’s only Civil War-themed pub crawl! Walk the historic streets where soldiers marched, generals strategized, and the city’s fate hung in the balance. At each stop, you’ll uncover gripping tales of espionage, occupation, and rebellion—while enjoying your favorite drinks in atmospheric pubs along the way. This tour blends bold history with cold brews, perfect for anyone who loves a great story with a side of spirits. Drink where history happened—and discover the war like never before.
If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Educated and entertaining tour guide.
Gratuities
Alcoholic Beverages
Only for guests ages 21+
Meeting Points
Departure
The Public Kitchen & Bar
You will meet your tour guide on the corner of Liberty and Bull Streets, in front of The Public Kitchen & Bar, which is located at 1 W Liberty St, Savannah, GA 31401.