Spirits with Spirits Happy Hour Walking Bar Pub Crawl

Savannah’s past gets its best treatment when you can hear a ghost story, walk a few blocks, and order a drink before the next tale. This ghost tour and pub crawl pairs the city’s famous squares with old homes, former hospitals, and bars tucked into historic buildings.

I like the easygoing format and the focus on Savannah’s 24 planned squares, rather than a long ride between scattered sights. I also like that you can buy drinks only when you want them, with happy hour deals available along the way. The main caution is that this is more about local stories and atmosphere than serious scares, and the route details list Abe’s On Lincoln as both a stop and the ending point, so confirm the final meeting details before you go.

Key points to know before you go

• Craig is the guide named most often: His style is described as funny, friendly, interactive, and patient with groups.
• The stories are spooky but not extreme: Charlie, Gracie, Alice Riley, Civil War hospital ghosts, cats, children, and soldiers all appear in the route.
• You visit Savannah’s historic core on foot: Johnson Square, Wright Square, Reynolds Square, City Market, and several old buildings form the route.
• Drinks are extra: You choose and purchase your own alcoholic drinks, with happy hour offers available.
• The tour begins at 4 p.m.: Plan for about 90 minutes, starting at The Rail Pub on West Congress Street.
• Rain will not stop the tour: It operates in all weather, so wear suitable clothes and shoes.

Why this Savannah tour works

I like the idea behind Spirits with Spirits because it gives you two reasons to keep walking. You are not simply moving from one bar to the next, and you are not standing in one square listening to a long lecture. The route connects Savannah’s city plan, fires, war years, old hotels, and ghost tales in a compact walk.

The tone appears to be relaxed rather than theatrical. Craig, the guide named in the feedback, is praised for being funny, interactive, informative, and friendly. That matters here. A pub crawl works best when the guide can keep the group talking without turning every stop into a staged fright.

You should also set your expectations correctly. This is not built as a haunted-house experience. One comment specifically describes it as a good choice if you do not want to be too scared. The stories are sad and sometimes grim, but the mood leans toward social storytelling, local history, and a drink with your group.

The group can reach 20 people. That is small enough for a guide to keep the group together, though it is not a private walk. You will spend much of the time outdoors and on your feet, so moderate physical fitness is required.

Starting at The Rail Pub at 4 p.m.

The tour begins at The Rail Pub, at 405 West Congress Street, at 4 p.m. You start with a drink, then hear the story of Charlie outside the pub. Charlie once lived in an apartment on the second floor, and his sad tale sets the tone for the evening.

This opening is useful because it gets the bar portion started right away. You are not asked to wait until the final stop to enjoy the pub crawl. Since alcohol is not included, you can decide what to order and how much to drink before walking through the Historic District.

I would arrive with enough time to find the meeting point and settle in. The tour lasts about 90 minutes, so a 4 p.m. start places the walk in the late afternoon and early evening. That timing can work well if you want dinner afterward, though your pace may depend on how long the group spends ordering drinks.

Johnson Square and Savannah’s city plan

Johnson Square is the first major history stop. Here, the guide explains how General James Oglethorpe planned Savannah around 24 squares. This is one of the most useful parts of the tour because the squares are not random patches of greenery. They are the framework that gives the Historic District its distinctive shape.

You also hear why fires caused such damage during Savannah’s first century. A city built with wooden structures, crowded buildings, and limited firefighting options could lose whole sections quickly. Those disasters provide the setting for many of Savannah’s ghost stories.

The sad story of Gracie is part of this stop. The route allows about 15 minutes here, enough time for the guide to connect the square’s design with the people and events that shaped its reputation. I would pay attention to the city-planning details even if you are not especially interested in ghosts. They help you understand why Savannah is pleasant to explore on foot.

Wright Square, the hanging square, and Alice Riley

Wright Square was Savannah’s second square to be built. This stop adds a darker chapter, with stories about early hauntings, the original city jail, and the reason the square became known as the hanging square.

The guide also points out where Jenny from Forrest Gump worked. That film reference gives the stop a familiar pop-culture link, but the older stories are the real focus. You hear about Alice Riley, whose story is presented as another sad piece of Savannah’s past.

This is the kind of stop where the mood can shift quickly. You may move from a recognizable film connection to the harsh realities of early punishment and imprisonment. I appreciate that mix because it keeps the walk from becoming a series of identical ghost tales.

Reynolds Square and the Old Pink House

Reynolds Square brings in two well-known Savannah subjects: Jim Mercer and the Old Pink House. The guide points out the original antique shop of Jim Mercer, a key figure connected with Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.

You also hear about hauntings linked to an old movie theater during its renovation. Renovation stories often appeal to people who enjoy the idea that a building’s past can surface when walls, floors, and hidden rooms are disturbed. The tour then turns to the Old Pink House, described as one of Savannah’s most haunted structures.

The route allows about 15 minutes here. That is enough for a focused account, but not enough for a full architectural tour of Reynolds Square. If you want detailed information about every building, you will need a separate walking tour or your own time in the district.

Abe’s On Lincoln and the oldest buildings

Abe’s On Lincoln is both a bar stop and a historic-building stop. Despite the name, it is not named after President Lincoln. The bar occupies an 18th-century home, one of Savannah’s oldest existing structures, and the guide explains how the name came about.

The route describes this as a popular local watering hole with haunted tales tied to the house. It is a good example of what makes this experience different from a standard pub crawl. You are not simply visiting modern bars. At least some stops place you inside buildings with long, unusual pasts.

There is an important practical wrinkle here. The listed meeting information names Abe’s On Lincoln as the end point, while the route also places it before City Market and the Marshall House. Since the tour information is not fully consistent on this point, I would confirm the final route and ending location with Full Moon Tours before booking your evening around it.

City Market’s darker side

City Market was once Savannah’s warehouse district and open market. Today, it is one of the city’s familiar central areas, but the tour focuses on what once happened behind closed doors and below street level.

You hear about gruesome practices hidden in building basements. The stories are meant to be hauntingly fun, but the subject matter can be unsettling. If you prefer light ghost stories, this may be one of the darker moments of the walk.

The guide also tells the story of Poor Larry’s, a well-known watering hole when it first opened for business. This stop gives you a sense of how Savannah’s drinking culture has changed over time while keeping the pub-crawl theme in place.

The planned time here is about 15 minutes. Because City Market can be active, staying close to the guide will matter, especially if the group is near the full 20-person limit.

The Marshall House and Civil War ghosts

The Marshall House is the final major historical stop listed on the route. Built by Ms. Marshall in 1850, the grand hotel was once among Savannah’s most famous hotels.

Its story turns sharply during the Union occupation of Savannah in 1864. The Union Army commandeered the building as a hospital, and the guide explains what happened there. The ghost stories connected with the hotel include cats, children, and soldiers.

This stop gives the tour some of its strongest historical weight. The haunting stories are tied to a real building, wartime suffering, and the difficult use of a hotel as a hospital. You get more than a vague claim that a place is haunted. You get a reason the building has such a heavy reputation.

The route allows about 15 minutes here. That is a reasonable amount of time for an introduction, though anyone fascinated by Civil War history will probably want to return during daylight and learn more on a separate visit.

Drinks, pacing, and value

The alcoholic drinks are not included, which is normal for a walking pub crawl and gives you control over your spending. Happy hour deals are available, but the exact drink prices and discounts are not provided, so I would not assume the tour is an all-inclusive bargain.

The value comes from combining a guide, a historic walk, and several chances to buy drinks in one short outing. If you already planned to visit Savannah bars and explore the Historic District, the tour can add structure and stories to an evening you might otherwise spend wandering.

If you do not drink, the tour may be less appealing because the pub stops are part of the central idea. The guide and ghost stories remain the main included features, but you will still spend time in drinking establishments.

The experience has a 4.4 rating from 27 reviews, with several especially positive comments about Craig’s humor, patience, and ability to keep the group involved. One particularly useful detail is that a group continued despite rain and still enjoyed the history, ghost stories, and stops at four local pubs. That matches the stated all-weather policy, but you should dress for the forecast rather than hope for a dry evening.

Who should book this walk

I would recommend this tour to adults who want a social introduction to Savannah after a day of sightseeing. It suits couples, friends, and groups that enjoy local history but do not want a solemn lecture.

It is also a good match if you want a gentle ghost tour. The stories can be sad or grim, but the overall tone is described as low-key and not especially frightening. Craig’s reported style seems best suited to people who enjoy conversation and humor along with their history.

You should think twice if you want a tightly timed, highly polished production with strong scares at every stop. One person left early after finding the experience disappointing, and the tour operator noted that not every bar stop has a haunted story. That is worth taking seriously. The evening is built around a mix of history, pub visits, and ghost lore, not nonstop supernatural material.

The minimum age is 21, and the drinking age is 21. Anyone joining should be comfortable walking for about 90 minutes and spending the entire outing in changing weather.

Booking, cancellations, and practical details

Full Moon Tours provides a professional local guide and covers local taxes. A mobile ticket is available, and the tour is offered in English.

Free cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the 4 p.m. start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund. Confirmation is provided at booking, though availability is only confirmed once the booking is accepted.

The tour operates in all weather. Wear comfortable shoes and suitable clothing, and remember that moderate physical fitness is expected. Since alcohol is purchased separately, bring a payment method for the bars, though the supplied information does not specify accepted payment types.

Should you book Spirits with Spirits?

Book it if you want a short, social Savannah outing that mixes old squares, sad ghost stories, and local pubs. I especially like it for a first evening in the Historic District, when you want an introduction without committing to a long night.

Skip it if you want a serious paranormal investigation, a fully inclusive drink package, or a tour devoted only to haunted buildings. Before booking, confirm the route’s final stop because the published details place Abe’s On Lincoln both in the middle of the route and at the end. For adults who enjoy history with a drink in hand and a little dark humor, this is a sensible way to get oriented.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

The tour begins at The Rail Pub, 405 W Congress St, Savannah, Georgia 31401.

What time does the tour start?

The start time is 4 p.m.

How long does the experience last?

The walking tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Where does the tour end?

The supplied meeting information lists Abe’s On Lincoln, 17 Lincoln St, Savannah, Georgia 31401, as the ending point. The route also lists later stops after Abe’s, so confirm the final route with Full Moon Tours.

Are drinks included?

No. Alcoholic drinks are not included, but you can purchase drinks along the route. Happy hour deals are available.

How old must you be to join?

The minimum age is 21, and the minimum drinking age is also 21.

Does the tour operate in bad weather?

Yes. The experience operates in all weather conditions, so you should dress appropriately.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.