Captain Stoner’s Haunted Dive Bar Crawl in Historic Savannah

Ghost stories taste better after sunset. Captain Stoner’s Haunted Bar Crawl mixes Savannah’s oldest burial ground, famous houses, Civil War-era hotel tales, and stops for drinks in the historic district. The tour lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes and covers six locations, ending near City Market and Ellis Square.

I like the strong sense of place. You are not simply hearing generic ghost stories in a dark room. You move through Colonial Park Cemetery, Reynolds Square, Oglethorpe Square, and other corners tied to Savannah’s complicated past. I also like the guide’s flexible storytelling style. Captain Stoner is praised for handling unusual questions and keeping the mood fun.

The main drawback is practical: the meeting point can be confusing if you do not check the map carefully. The tour begins at 7:30 p.m., not 7 p.m., and you should arrive about 10 minutes early at the back gate of Colonial Park Cemetery on East Perry Lane.

Key points to know before you book

• Six historic stops in 105 minutes: The route links cemeteries, mansions, haunted inns, old squares, and nightlife areas.
• Captain Stoner leads the experience: His storytelling and ability to answer offbeat questions are among the tour’s strongest features.
• Drinks cost extra: Tour fees and taxes are included, but alcohol is not.
• The tour ends in Ellis Square: You can continue the evening at a nearby haunted pub in the City Market area.
• The group can reach 30 people: That keeps the experience social, though it may feel less personal than a very small walking tour.
• Weather matters: Poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund.

Why Savannah works so well for ghost stories

Savannah gives this kind of tour a useful advantage: the streets themselves carry much of the atmosphere. The route passes old squares, burial grounds, inns, taverns, and former homes rather than relying only on theatrical effects.

That mix also keeps the tour from becoming one long parade of ghosts. You hear about the American Revolution, yellow fever, enslaved people, Civil War history, old taverns, and unexplained encounters. The supernatural stories sit beside real events, which gives the evening more substance.

I would think of this as a history walk with a spooky nightlife angle, not a formal paranormal investigation. Captain Stoner’s role is to connect each location with its stories and legends. The mood is meant to be social and entertaining, with time at bars along the way.

The 4.6 rating from 15 reviews suggests a generally strong experience, but the small number of ratings means you should not treat that score as a guarantee. The praise centers on Captain Stoner’s storytelling and his willingness to respond to questions. One poor experience involved a missed meeting point, so careful planning matters.

Colonial Park Cemetery: begin with Savannah’s oldest municipal burial ground

The tour starts at Colonial Park Cemetery, described as the oldest municipal cemetery in the United States. You spend about 15 minutes here, with no separate admission charge.

This is an effective starting point. A cemetery immediately sets the tone, but the stories also connect to major chapters of Savannah’s past. You hear about people linked to the Revolution and those who died during yellow fever outbreaks.

The short stop works in your favor. You get the atmosphere and the main stories without spending so long in one place that the evening loses its pace. Because the tour begins after dark, it is especially important to arrive at the right entrance and not assume that any point along the cemetery wall is the meeting place.

The stated meeting address is Davant Park, 252 E Perry Lane, Savannah, Georgia 31401. The back gate of Colonial Park Cemetery is the useful landmark. Google and Waze reportedly show the correct location when you enter the full Davant Park address.

Oglethorpe Square and the haunted inns

Next comes Oglethorpe Square and the Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters. The stop lasts about 25 minutes, making it the longest part of the walk.

The Owens-Thomas House is tied to an unusually early plumbing claim: it had running water 15 years before the White House. That detail gives the stop more historical bite than a simple haunted-house story. You are also reminded that elegant homes in Savannah had connections to enslaved labor, so the setting carries both architectural interest and difficult history.

The route then brings in the 17hundred90 haunted inn and tavern, followed by the Kehoe Mansion. The Kehoe story centers on the ghosts of twins said to remain in the halls.

This section will appeal to you if you enjoy stories attached to specific buildings. Instead of hearing that an entire neighborhood is haunted, you get separate accounts connected to an inn, a mansion, and a former household. The tradeoff is that you view these places from the route rather than taking a full interior tour. The listed admission for the stop is free, and the experience is built around the guide’s account.

Reynolds Square, the Olde Pink House, and Abe’s on Lincoln

The third stop takes about 20 minutes and focuses on Reynolds Square, the Olde Pink House, and Abe’s on Lincoln.

Here Captain Stoner gives what is described as a thorough account of paranormal activity around Reynolds Square. The Olde Pink House adds one of Savannah’s best-known historic buildings to the story, while Abe’s on Lincoln provides the bar setting. The spirits connected with an ill-fated couple are part of this stop.

This is where the tour’s format becomes clear. You are not only standing outside old buildings listening to a lecture. You also move into the social part of Savannah’s evening, with a chance to hear stories in a pub environment.

Alcohol is not included, so you can decide how much, if anything, you want to order. That is good for budget control, especially if you are already planning a full evening of drinks. It also means the advertised tour price covers the experience itself, not your bar tab.

The Marshall House and Savannah Taphouse

The fourth stop lasts about 15 minutes and visits The Marshall House, one of Savannah’s historic inns. The story reaches back to the Civil War era and includes accounts of a malevolent incubus and other ghosts said to remain in the hotel.

The word malevolent gives this section a darker tone than the playful stories at some of the bars. If you prefer ghost tales with a more unsettling edge, this may be one of the stronger moments of the route.

The group also stops next door at Savannah Taphouse, where local bartenders’ experiences become part of the evening. That detail matters because it shifts the storytelling away from one guide alone. You hear how the building’s reputation lives on in the local bar scene.

Still, keep expectations realistic. The stop is about 15 minutes, so you are getting a brief account rather than a long hotel investigation. The value comes from fitting several types of stories into one compact walk.

Tomochichi Memorial Stone and the final bar choice

The fifth stop is at the Tomochichi Memorial Stone and takes about 15 minutes. The stories here include the Hanging Square, a haunted drugstore, and a building that once served as death row.

That combination shows how much ground the tour tries to cover. Savannah’s ghost lore is not limited to grand mansions. It also reaches into public punishment, medicine, commerce, and everyday city life.

You then stop at either Tequila’s Town or Bar Bubbly, depending on your preferred drink. The exact choice is therefore part of the tour’s practical flexibility. Since alcohol is separate, you can choose your own level of participation rather than paying for drinks you do not want.

I would not book this tour expecting every stop to feel solemn. The route moves between grim stories and lively bar stops, and that contrast is intentional. Some people will find it entertaining. If you want a quiet cemetery walk with no nightlife, this format may feel too social.

Ellis Square and City Market after dark

The final stop is Ellis Square, in the City Market area. The scheduled time is about 15 minutes, and the evening ends at one of the haunted pubs in the downtown nightlife district.

This is a smart ending for anyone who wants to keep going. You finish near restaurants, bars, and other evening activity instead of being left in an isolated part of town. The tour also invites you to continue with the people you met along the way.

The phrase party atmosphere is worth taking seriously. The final stretch is not designed as a quiet farewell. The group may continue its evening in the nearby nightlife area, and the tour’s social side becomes strongest here.

You should also note the route’s practical shape. It begins at Davant Park and finishes at Ellis Square, so it is not a round trip. Plan your transportation around the ending point rather than assuming you will return to the start.

What the guide adds to the experience

The strongest praise goes to Captain Stoner’s storytelling. The available feedback describes him as an excellent storyteller who knows the spooky side of Savannah and responds well to unusual questions.

That last point is important. Ghost tours can feel stiff when the guide simply recites a script. A guide who welcomes questions can make the walk feel more like a shared evening. You can ask about the buildings, the legends, or the historical details that catch your attention.

The group limit is 30 people. That is large enough to create a social mood, but it may be too large for anyone hoping for a private-feeling investigation. If you like meeting people and trading reactions as the stories unfold, the size should work well. If you want long conversations with the guide, a smaller tour may suit you better.

Timing, cost, and practical value

The experience lasts about 105 minutes, which is a useful length for an evening plan. It is long enough to cover six locations but short enough to combine with dinner or a later night out.

All fees and taxes are included. Alcoholic drinks are not. Since no ticket price is provided here, I cannot judge the exact cost against similar Savannah tours. The value depends on what you want: you are paying for a guided route, local stories, and access to several bar settings, while keeping drink spending in your own hands.

The tour is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. Confirmation is sent at booking. Service animals are allowed, the route is near public transportation, and most people can participate. The group limit is 30.

The meeting instructions deserve extra care. One person arrived at 7 p.m., found nobody there, and later tried several bars to locate the group. The tour actually began at 7:30 p.m., and the guide’s response explains that messages and a phone call were attempted before the group left. To avoid this problem, check your confirmation, enter the full address into Google or Waze, and arrive around 7:20 p.m. at the cemetery’s back gate.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded. Because good weather is required, a weather cancellation brings the option of another date or a full refund.

Who should book this Savannah night walk?

I would recommend it to you if you want history, ghost stories, and drinks in one compact evening. It suits couples, friends, solo visitors who enjoy social groups, and anyone who prefers a guide-led night rather than choosing bars at random.

It is also a good fit if you like asking questions. Captain Stoner’s strongest reported quality is his ability to handle the unexpected while keeping the tone lively.

I would hesitate if you dislike walking between stops, do not want to buy drinks, or prefer a serious historical tour with no bar component. The route also may not satisfy someone looking for proof of paranormal activity. It presents stories, local lore, and reported encounters, with the guide shaping the experience.

Should you book Captain Stoner’s Haunted Bar Crawl?

Book it if your ideal Savannah evening includes old cemeteries, haunted inns, historic squares, and a drink at the end. The route covers a lot in 1 hour 45 minutes, and Captain Stoner’s storytelling gives the tour its strongest appeal.

Before booking, make sure the nightlife format suits you and confirm the meeting point. Arrive at the cemetery gate by about 7:20 p.m., remember that drinks cost extra, and plan to finish near Ellis Square rather than back at Davant Park. With those details handled, this is a lively way to connect Savannah’s past with its after-dark personality.

FAQ

How long does Captain Stoner’s Haunted Bar Crawl last?

The tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Where does the tour start?

It starts at Davant Park, 252 E Perry Lane, Savannah, Georgia 31401. The useful landmark is the back gate of Colonial Park Cemetery.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at Ellis Square in Savannah, near the City Market nightlife area.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. All fees and taxes for the tour are included, but alcoholic beverages are not.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 30 people.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes a cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund.