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How to Take a Ghost Tour in Savannah

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There are lots of spooky locales to investigate for those who choose to take a ghost tour in Savannah. This Georgia city is said to be one of the most haunted in the nation.

From Quick Guide: Eerie Escapes
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Barometer
  • 35mmm camera
  1. Step 1

    Equip yourself with a barometer. Barometric pressure is said to be affected by ghostly activity, so this tool may help you know if there are any spirits at the site that you're touring.

  2. Step 2

    Carry a camera to capture the ghoulish fun. A 33mm camera is best. Use black and white film with a shutter speed of at least 400 for optimum clarity.

  3. Step 3

    Tour the Eliza Thompson House. Built in 1847, this location has been home to sightings of Confederate soldiers. Some have also reported seeing a young girl clad in white roaming the hallways.

  4. Step 4

    Say hello to Hank, a well-known Savannah spirit, at the Olde Harbour Inn. This inn is said to be haunted by a ghost who makes his presence known via cigar smoke and the dropping of coins, among other things.

  5. Step 5

    Spend some quality time with Charly at the East Bay Inn. Built in 1852, this inn is reportedly home to a ghost, given the name Charly by the staff. A guest is said to have captured Charly on camera a few years ago, and the photograph is available at the front desk.

  6. Step 6

    Head for the Owen-Thomas House. This house was built in 1819, and is said to be home to at least one spirit--the deceased Miss Margaret Thomas, who was granddaughter to Congressman George Owens.

  7. Step 7

    Experience the Hampton-Lillibridge House. This house--one of only a few that made it through Savannah's Great Fire of 1820--was home to a man who was tried three times for murder and also hosted a hanging when a sailor committed suicide in this manner in one of its rooms. A 1963 exorcism--clearly unsuccessful--was performed in the house by an Episcopal bishop.

  8. Step 8

    Take a guided ghost tour of haunted Savannah with A Saunter in Savannah's Hauntings Tour (see Resources below).

  9. Step 9

    Learn more about Savannah's spooks and specters by purchasing "Savannah's Ghosts" by Al Cobb on Amazon (see Resources below).

Tips & Warnings
  • Reserve your spot in A Saunter in Savannah's guided ghost tour online. The tour is inexpensively priced. Special group rates are available for students.
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