Historic Savannah Cruise

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The Historic Savannah River Cruise offers an enchanting escape into a new era in Savannah, Georgia. It invites guests to experience America's blending of southern antebellum architecture with classic riverboat elegance and culture from 1800s America. 'Olde South' meets 'Newe South' for a grand adventure along the Savannah River that people worldwide have enjoyed for years.

The Savannah Riverboat Cruise takes guests back to the romantic romance of America's past. This cruise includes several Southern culture events that include black tie dinners, afternoon tea with dancing, and a jazz concert in historic Savannah's historic district: Forsyth Park. The Savannah Riverboat Cruise is one of the most memorable events offered by Historic Savannah, Inc. and its associated companies.

The Historic Savannah Riverboat Cruise, a 1500-passenger cruise, begins in historic downtown Savannah, Georgia. It travels for ten miles along the Savannah River past historical landmarks such as the City Market District with King's Daughters' School of the Arts, Chatham Square featuring King's Daughters' Music School, Fort Barrancas, and Oglethorpe Barracks, as well as historical sites along the river such as Oglethorpe University, The College of William and Mary at Itsoka Redan which marks the historical invasion by General Arthur Howe.

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The tour continues onto the Islands of Hilton Head and Daufuskie Island, with stops on the islands to enjoy lunch or a shopping excursion. Guests then motor past the Thunderbolt Bridge and into the Wilmington River. They gaze at Fort Pulaski and continue seeing more of Savannah's rich architectural heritage along the river. The final stage of this cruise takes guests on a historic ride back into Savannah's historic district, passing by many landmarks such as Savannah's gorgeous Forsyth Park, City Hall, and The Unitarian Church with its famous steeple.