Overview
Often called The Hidden Gem & is the local's favorite cemetery!.This former plantation turned 67-acre cemetery, is Savannah's most pristine, gothic and untouched that sold out in The Victorian Age. It contains more stylized mausoleum chapels than any city cemetery, has the area's true Civil War sections, including prominent Gettysburg heroes, and is a refuge to the city's grandest and most decorative ironwork fences.
It was the most inclusive of all of the cemeteries ranging in the city's wealthiest right down to a Stranger's Lot, Jewish section, slave section, Babyland, best representing the small tight-knit city. The cast of characters includes Girl Scout's founder, Juliette Low.
Jingle Bell's author, James Pierpont. Savannah's original greeter, The Waving Girl. An ironclad shipbuilder, Henry Willink. Author Kahlil Gibran's benefactress, Mary Haskell.
Great Women's History here. Most days our tour is the only group of living found in the cemetery giving it an incredibly private feel!
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Guided Tour
Bottled water
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
8 driving blocks directly South from The Savannah Visitor Center on MLK Jr Blvd
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Don't panic if you end not printing a ticket or lose your printout! You are always on our electronic Master List at checkout time which is created from your purchase. We do recommend that you check your Customer Profile contact information so that we have a traveling cell phone on our end to contact you if need be!
No home phones please! Be advised, we cannot contact International Numbers less Canadian. It is up to International travelers to check their Viator account to see if they have any correspondence from us with any updates or changes!
What to expect
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Laurel Grove North Cemetery
2 hours
Guides conduct the narrated tour through the 1853 cemetery, taking guests around the multiple mausoleum crypts, gravesites, ironwork, statues, Civil War sections, Freemasons, visits include the burial sites of Girl Scout's Founder Juliette Low, The Waving Girl, James Pierpont, Mary Marshall, Henry Willink, Mary Haskell-Minis and others. Topics include Victorian funerary rites, laws, burial traditions, symbolism, sculpture, Civil War, Revolutionary War, Women's History, Literary History, etc.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Are Pets Allowed? Yes
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about The Hidden Gem Cemetery Tour of Laurel Grove
Can I cancel The Hidden Gem Cemetery Tour of Laurel Grove for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
8 driving blocks directly South from The Savannah Visitor Center on MLK Jr Blvd
What's included?
- Guided Tour
What's not included?
- Bottled water
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Bonaventure, Historic Savannah, Low Country & Private with Shannon Scott Tours
