Savannah Walking Tour vs Segway Tour

Savannah’s historic district can be explored on foot or on a Segway, and both are genuinely good ways to absorb the city’s 22 squares and 400 years of history. The choice is not about which tour is “better” — it is about which one fits your pace, budget, group, and physical preferences. This guide compares the two head to head so you can book with confidence. If you want the full menu, you can also compare every Savannah history tour including the e-bike option.

The Two Tours at a Glance

Price

The walking tour wins clearly on price. The featured Highlights & Hidden Gems walking tour starts at $25 per person, and other history walking tours in the section start as low as $20. The Segway tour starts at $55 per person — more than double. The premium pays for the equipment, the helmet, the personal audio headset, and the pre-tour safety training. If budget is the deciding factor, the walking tour is the obvious pick.

Pace and Ground Covered

This is where the Segway earns its price. A Segway glides, so in a 60- or 90-minute tour you cover noticeably more of the historic district — squares, the waterfront, and landmark buildings — than two hours of walking would reach. The walking tour trades distance for depth: a slower pace, more time standing in each square, and the “hidden gems” down quieter side streets that a faster-moving Segway route skips.

• Choose the Segway if you want to see the most of Savannah in the least time.
• Choose the walking tour if you want to linger, photograph, and absorb each square’s stories.

Physical Considerations

The walking tour involves “a light degree of exercise along flat, sometimes uneven ground,” and the featured tour is stroller- and wheelchair-accessible — it suits nearly every age and mobility level. The Segway tour is less universal: all riders must be at least 16 years old, the recommended weight range is 100–260 pounds, and the operator recommends closed-toe shoes. Children under 16 simply cannot ride, which makes the Segway a non-starter for many families.

What’s Included

Both tours include a knowledgeable local guide and live narration. The Segway tour bundles in more equipment: an individual Segway, a personal audio headset, a helmet, a bottle of water, and a pre-tour safety training session that begins 15 minutes before departure. The walking tour keeps it simple — a local guide, the walking tour itself, and concierge services. Note that tips are excluded from both and are customary for a good guide.

The Verdict

For most first-time visitors, the walking tour is the natural starting point — it is affordable, accessible, family-friendly, and built for depth. The Segway tour is the better second visit, or the right first choice for active travelers short on time. There is no wrong answer here; both are top-rated, and both carry free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Ready to Book?

Whichever pace suits you, the historic squares are waiting. Compare Savannah history tours — walking, Segway, and e-bike — side by side, check live availability, and book the format that fits your trip.