The story
Savannah's historic district is built on top of itself — successive structures have been built on the foundations of earlier ones for more than 280 years, and the city famously refused to move its dead during development. Tours departing from Chippewa Square pass Colonial Park Cemetery, one of the country's oldest mass burial grounds, and the Moon River Brewing Company, the site of multiple documented paranormal investigations. Savannah is consistently ranked among the top five most haunted cities in the United States.
What's reported here
Visitors report unexplained footsteps, shadowy figures and sudden cold spots, particularly around Colonial Park Cemetery and the Moon River Brewing Company. Sightings of apparitions and unexplained noises are among the most commonly shared experiences.
History & background
Founded in 1733, Savannah is one of America's oldest cities and has witnessed colonial expansion, war, epidemics and devastating fires. Many of its historic buildings stand on or near former burial grounds, contributing to the city's long-standing reputation for ghost stories and folklore.