Uncover Savannah’s haunted past on the Ghost Scouts Tour—a thrilling scavenger hunt designed for kids. Explore historic streets, solve clues, hear ghost tales, and earn your Ghost Scout Patch!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for children in average physical condition, able to walk for 90 minutes at a moderate pace
Wildlife
History
Savannah was established in 1733 and boasts the oldest urban historic district in the United States, famed for its role in early American colonization and Civil War events.
Conservation
The city actively promotes preservation of its historic streets and green spaces to maintain the character and environmental health of the district.
History and Haints
Uncover Savannah’s haunted past on the Ghost Scouts Tour—a thrilling scavenger hunt designed for kids. Explore historic streets, solve clues, hear ghost tales, and earn your Ghost Scout Patch!
History and Haints is a Savannah, GA-based tour operator that presents historically grounded walking experiences focused on local folklore and Celtic heritage.
The company offers two primary experiences: the Ghost Scouts Tour, a scavenger-hunt style adventure tailored for young explorers that combines clue-solving with age-appropriate ghost stories and ends with a Ghost Scout Patch; and the Celtic Savannah Tour, which highlights Scottish, Irish, and Welsh influences visible in Savannah’s historic districts and cultural landmarks.
Tours are designed to combine documented history with engaging storytelling. Content is drawn from local records, established historical accounts, and public sources to provide factual context for legends, architecture, and community heritage. The Ghost Scouts experience emphasizes family-friendly pacing and interactive learning for children, while the Celtic Savannah Tour focuses on cultural contributions, migration patterns, and artistic legacies linked to Celtic settlers.
Meeting points are in public areas of Savannah, and itineraries navigate well-known historic streets and districts that form the city’s core visitor routes. History and Haints positions its experiences as accessible introductions to Savannah’s past, offering clear narratives, youth-oriented programming on Ghost Scouts, and heritage-focused interpretation on the Celtic Savannah Tour.
Visitors choose History and Haints for approachable, story-driven walking tours that connect Savannah’s documented history with local folklore and cultural traditions.
Location
Savannah, GA
Based in historic Savannah
Tours Offered
2 Experiences
Ghost Scouts and Celtic Savannah Tour
Youth Program
Ghost Scouts
Designed for young explorers
Local Focus
History & Folklore
Celtic and ghost storytelling
Select Ghost Scouts for family-friendly adventure or the Celtic Savannah Tour for heritage-focused exploration. Check availability and secure tickets for Savannah departures.
Bring comfortable walking shoes
The tour involves traversing cobblestone streets; sturdy shoes help prevent slips and keep kids comfortable.
Prepare for outdoor weather
Check the forecast and dress in layers to stay comfortable during the 90-minute walk.
Arrive early for check-in
Plan to arrive at The Flip Flop Shop at least 10 minutes before the start time to ensure timely group assembly.
Keep hydrated
Bring a water bottle, especially during warm months, to stay refreshed while walking around the historic district.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet on uneven cobblestone surfaces during the tour.
Light jacket or sweater
Keeps you warm in the cooler spring evenings.
spring
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects from direct sun exposure during daytime walks.
summer
Refillable water bottle
Important for staying hydrated during the outdoor activity.