Savannah Bonaventure Cemetery Journey

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Thunderbolt, United States

Bonaventure's Live Oaks steal the show all on their own!

Just a few of the faces of Bonaventure's dead that we story and celebrate!

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2 hours (Approx.)

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Overview

Explore Savannah’s famous Bonaventure Cemetery on this guided tour. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure, then discover the cemetery’s scenery and stories with tour guide, storyteller, historian, author and artist Shannon Scott or his talented assistants. See where death and beauty meet and learn about the symbolism, art, architecture and burial traditions of the Victorian Age and other periods. Hear about famous lyricist Johnny Mercer, underground poet Conrad Aiken, maritime hero Josiah Tattnall and many more who call this special spot their final resting place.

Tour Savannah’s Bonaventure Cemetery
Learn from a local tour guide and storyteller
Hear stories about those who are buried here and their connection to Savannah
Select from a morning or afternoon departure time

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What's Included

Professional guide

Professional art historian guide

Local guide

Gratuities

DVD (available to purchase)

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Signed Poster Art (Available For Purchase)

Departure & Return

Departure Point

330 Bonaventure Rd, Thunderbolt, GA 31404, USA

Tour meet you at picnic table on far side of parking lot.

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please check your Parking & Meeting Instructions
Wheelchair accessible, but there are uneven surfaces that may require a helper
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
OPERATED BY Shannon Scott

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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

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.

Learn more about cancellations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

What is the maximum group size during Savannah Bonaventure Cemetery Journey?

A:This activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers.

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Beautiful cemetery. So...

Therese_M

, Sep 2021

Beautiful cemetery. So much wonderful history.. Our guide Jessica was awesome! Very knowledgeable! Bring bug spray.

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One of the best tours of my life🙏🙏🙏

Lynda_G

, Sep 2021

Shannon Scott who owns the Company, is without a doubt , the best tour guide I have ever had the pleasure of meeting ❤️This man is an Encyclopedia of Savannah history 🙏🙏Lived here for many years and he knows half of the people we see in the cemetery, relatives and his stories are incredible ❤️❤️❤️Wonderful and amazing tour❤️❤️my phone had died from taking Soo many pics, and he gave me a ride to my hotel❤️❤️❤️❤️💋💋💋How’s that for service and kindness❤️❤️Without a doubt one of the most interesting and knowledgeable people I have ever met in my life❤️❤️incredible experience 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

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Not Enough

Vlada_F

, Aug 2021

The tour was ok, but I wish we were shown a bit more in terms of famous people’s gravesites instead of spending almost 40 minutes out of two hours at the very first gravesite (the Lawtons, very beautiful and very famous, but the presentation could be condensed into about 15 minutes).

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Great Cemetery Tour

Linda_L

, Aug 2021

Susannah was the best! She shared a wealth of history, architecture, and art within the cemetery tour. She was funny, intelligent, and made the tour a great experience, kept us all interested! Would definitely take this tour again and recommend friends and family.

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Bonaventure Cemetery Walking Tour

Theresa_J

, Aug 2021

Shannon was EXCELLENT! My parents were visiting from Oklahoma (75 years old) and my husband and I (56 years old). The two hour tour was so interesting and Shannon provided many unique stories combined with history of the cemetery. We truly had a wonderful overview of so many families buried at Bonaventure. One cannot appreciate Bonaventure by walking in the cemetery alone. We talked throughout the rest of the trip about the different people Shannon described and the impact their lives had on so many others. You cannot appreciate the historical facts by simply viewing a tombstone. I'm still thinking of little Gracie and the Captain who chained himself to the wheel of his ship. Wow!

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A treasure

Jeanne_C

, Aug 2021

Our guide Suzanne communicated directions very well. She is passionate about the history of Bonaventure; what I would call delightfully nerdy! It was beastly hot the morning of our tour but she was purposeful to guide us into shady areas. Her knowledge was great and she communicated clearly and with humor. Bonaventure is a treasure of Savannah, beautiful and rich in history of the city. Highly recommend!

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Shannon Scott the amazing tour guide

Miho_W

, Jul 2021

Shannon Scott the tour guide was an excellent guide for us. He is very knowledgeable, his voice sounds like a musical star. He took us to the world of dead where we never knew before. Me and my colleagues joined and we all wowed for his tour. Highly recommended. He is very thoughtful and well prepared. For sudden rain he’s got umbrellas, for bug bites he was like here you go...anti bug spray, for heat he had some fans. He was like a magician or male version of Mary Poppins! We had an amazing time with Shannon and we all can’t wait to come back to Savannah for his another tour. Thanks Shannon for giving us wonderful experience. We really enjoyed your tour, your passion.

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Amazing place, stories and history!

Lisa_S

, Jul 2021

This was such a great tour! Our guide Jessica was SO knowledgeable and shared some great stories and history!! The Bonaventure Cemetery was very beautiful with a touch of mystery and intrigue! Would definitely recommend this tour!! You will not be disappointed!

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Knowledge is Power

Jill_o

, Jul 2021

Suzanne was very knowledgeable as well as witty, we got a great deal of information from the tour. Enjoyed and would recommend this tour… the cemetery is huge.

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Bonaventure cemetery

Elaine_O

, Jul 2021

Shannon was a wonderful tour guide full of wonderful stories. Savannah has a rich history full of interesting people and Shannon made their stories come alive. A must Savannah tour!

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