Charleston Haunts Spook Halloween Visitors
Halloween is just around the corner and if you’re still wondering how to celebrate with your little ones, or your older ones, Charleston has just what you’re looking for. This beautiful South Carolina city offers plenty of ghosts and spooks to satisfy any celebrator this Halloween.
Welcome to the Old City Jail, once home to pirates, Civil War prisoners and some of Charleston’s most infamous criminals. Because most of the original structure is still intact, you will see where these captives lived and died. You will be guided through the original cells and the warden’s quarters. During this behind-the-scenes peek, you will experience a piece of Charleston’s sordid past.
Charleston Ghost and Graveyard Tour
If the jail wasn’t enough to work up a fright, then take a chance at a graveyard. This tour guides you through the wrought-iron gates and around the tombstones. Your knowledgeable tour guide will share the stories of the names you see carved into the stones. You will hear stories of love, loss and tragic ends. Remain cautious, because those who departed under mysterious or suspicious circumstances are said to still linger in the area!
Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Tour
If tours in the sunlight aren’t spooky enough to get you, try this shadowy tour. This tour, featured on the Travel Channel’s Most Haunted Places, will guide you through back alleyways, the haunted Historic District and the famous pre-revolutionary dungeon. Only on this tour will you hear stories of pirates, criminals and patriots as you stumble through the dark dungeon. Your family will love this in-depth look at the city’s most haunted and spooky places!
West Family Corn Maze
If you are going to be in Charleston any time during October, you should take the family to the West Family Corn Maze. This 6-acre maze is fun for the whole family, with in-maze checkpoints, a petting zoo, apple slingshot, pumpkin patch and hayrides. The park is open on weekends until 10 PM and weekdays by appointment. The “maze in maize” will keep the whole family entertained for hours!
Celebrate July 4th in Historic Savannah
It is not too early to start planning your Fourth of July vacation! Savannah, Georgia is a great place to spend the weekend with its welcoming city, beautiful scenery, and Independence Day celebrations.
Savannah’s main event for the weekend is the Fantastic 4th of July on the River celebration. A perfect event for all ages, you will be able to take in a fantastic fireworks show over the river. The evening begins at 5 p.m. when people start to gather in anticipation for the event.
The show begins after 9 p.m. As you watch the skies for breathtaking explosions, the coordinated musical soundtrack plays, providing the perfect backdrop for this event. The event takes place at Rousakis Plaza, an entertainment venue in the heart of Savannah that borders scenic River Street.
This fireworks spectacular will provide a July 4th evening that you will not soon forget.
Complete your weekend celebrating the founding of America by exploring the historical sights of Savannah. The Historic On/Off Trolley Tour allows you to explore Savannah at your own pace. The tour features a variety of stops where you will get off, explore the landmark, and then board a trolley whenever you are ready. Stops on this tour include the Mansion on Forsyth Park, the City Market, the River Street Market Place, and the Cathedral of St. Johns. This trolley tour is a wonderful way to experience the history and culture of this beautiful Southern city.
If you are interested in the more sordid history of the city, the Hauntings Walking Tour is for you. This tour will take you through several historically spooky Savannahsights, including reportedly haunted houses and a graveyard. Stops on the tour include the Kehoe house, the Hampton-Lillibridge house, and the Owens-Thomas house. This tour will provide you a one-of-a-kind paranormal history of Savannah.
Don’t miss your chance to spend July 4th in this beautiful and historic city! Make your reservations online today or call one of our helpful representatives.
