Savannah's Unique Group Offerings
Savannah is jam-packed with group offerings as unique as the city itself!
From foodie tours to museums to outdoor excursions, there's something for everyone. Check out this amazing variety of things to do with your favorite crew.
With the help of Outside Savannah, your group can create a totally customized excursion to meet your exact interests, budgets and more. Offering a variety of outdoor excursions including dolphin and port tours, Outside will go the extra mile by also organizing your next event. Take your team on a unique retreat excursion and finish the experience with a full-service cocktail party at one of Savannah's coolest venues. Whether planning for a group of 5 or 50, let the team at Outside, a division of Destinations DMC, take the stress out of planning your outing.
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Slavery was a cruel and complex system. It varied greatly from place to place and changed over time. We can learn about one of the most common experiences of enslavement at the Davenport House Museum by looking at the lives of the enslaved household members of the Davenports. This experience was the contrast between urban and rural slavery in early 19th-century Georgia and South Carolina. The Davenport House provides a thoroughly researched display to help all who visit, to remember their names.
At the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force, groups can take part in this exclusive tour, where volunteers describe their work on restoring the “Flying Fortress City of Savannah” and a more extensive look at the process of airplane restoration. Dog tags can be made with each group member’s name, and visitors can take home a printed menu and photos with Rosie the Riveter for the full experience. Lunch and dinner options also available on-site for groups.
Hone your culinary skills at Chef Darin's Kitchen Table. Chef Darin is a former instructor and chef at the former 700 Drayton Cooking School and is a master at his craft. His interactive and charming teaching approach will provide and your group, whether amateurs or pros, rewarding cooking techniques to turn your dishes into works of art. Grab an apron and prepare to share recipes, meet new people and enjoy an incredible meal.
Experience the flavors of Sardinia in a stunning location at The Cooking School at Saint Bibiana. Located within Hotel Bardo's Italian-inspired resort, you'll have the opportunity to perfect your pasta making, butchery, and vegetarian cooking skills with the guidance of Saint Bibiana's master chef. Utilizing locally sourced ingredients, you'll become an expert in these culinary techniques.
Stroll through a breathtaking avenue of live oaks and Spanish moss, perfect for a group photo. At Wormsloe State Historic Site, groups can learn about early colonial life and tour the museum of original artifacts. Costumed interpreters and crafting programs are available.
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, this walking food tour will excite your palate with bites and tastings at distinctive restaurants, specialty food stores and other notable eateries. Curious about what all the buzz is about? If you've ever been curious about the deliciously sweet process behind Savannah Bee Company's fantastic products, come along on a Bee Garden Tour. This enclosed observation process is led by one of Savannah Bee Company's educated guides as you witness the important roles that bees play in our city.
Savannah Riverboat Cruises boasts a new member of their fleet. With the capacity to hold up to 1,000 passengers for both lunch and dinner, the new Georgia Queen will be one of the most unique social gathering destinations on the Southeast coastline. Plated options and cooking demos are available to groups, as well. Add a special touch to your afternoon by receiving a customized menu for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and more. The executive chef will prepare an assortment of popular Southern dishes that are guaranteed to satisfy the entire group.
The Grey
Housed in a beautifully restored 1938 art-deco Greyhound Bus Terminal, this restaurant offers a blend of Southern and global flavors in a spacious, historic setting.
The Olde Pink House
Located in an 18th-century powder pink mansion, this iconic spot features multiple dining rooms and a cellar tavern, providing ample space for groups to enjoy classic Southern cuisine.
The Vault
Situated in a former bank building in Savannah's artisticly quirky Starland District, this Asian-fusion restaurant boasts a unique atmosphere with vaulted ceilings and private dining areas, perfect for group gatherings.
Gryphon Tea Room
Set in a historic apothecary shop that could easily resemble a Harry Potter backdrop, this charming tea room offers a variety of teas and light fare in an elegant, intimate setting ideal for smaller groups.
Pin Point Heritage Museum celebrates the life, labor and history of this Gullah/Geechee community that calls Pin Point home. Take a tour of the once isolated and self-sustained, Gullah/Geechee enclave founded by first-generation freedmen where family, religion and work were deeply connected to the water.
Congregation Mickve Israel welcomes all groups to tour it's historic sanctuary and to visit their museum, which holds a 15th-century Torah (the oldest in North America), presidential letters and diaries of original settlers in Savannah. Discover even more of Savannah's holy monuments here.
Don't miss the annual Shalom Y'all Jewish Food Festival! Let's all dine together and indulge in fantastic sweet and savory Jewish dishes; and no worries - it's all kosher.
Art gurus, come one, come all! Savannah consistently pays homage to its creative community with several museums and exhibitions that are sure to a-muse you. See what we did there?
Telfair Museums
Wander through three historic buildings (Telfair Academy, Jepson Center, Owens -Thomas House and Slave Quarters) and immerse yourself in over 4,500 works of art, a true treasure trove of Southern culture and history.
SCAD Museum of Art
Explore the cutting-edge world of contemporary art in a vibrant space that showcases the creative prowess of SCAD students and global artists.
SCADstory
Dive into the inspiring narrative of the Savannah College of Art and Design, where creativity and innovation come to life through the stories of its students, faculty and alumni.
Savannah African Art Museum
Embark on a cultural journey through Africa with an impressive collection of over 1,000 artifacts, celebrating the continent's rich heritage and diversity.
Architectural Tours of Savannah
Stroll through time as you marvel at the city's stunning antebellum architecture, each building whispering tales of Savannah's storied past.
Have the famous Leopold’s Ice Cream shop meet your group in one of Savannah’s 22 original squares for a scoop from one of the world’s top ice cream parlors. Staff will set up a private ice cream cart just for your group! Baked Bear Savannah's decadent homemade ice cream sandwiches are another sweet option to savor among the Spanish moss.
At the American Prohibition Museum, Savannah’s newest attraction, groups will take a journey through the institution and repeal of the 18th Amendment. The museum holds over 200 authentic artifacts of the era, including an original 1918 beer truck. Take photos with Al Capone, dance the appers’ Charleston craze, and feel the weight of a Tommy machine gun at just a few of the interactive displays. End your tour at the Speakeasy bar where visitors can enjoy period-themed cocktails and music.
With its roots running deep in Savannah’s history, The Mackey House hosts weddings, corporate events, and social events that show off Southern tradition and modern elegance. This Colonial mansion is filled with antique decor, a deck that overlooks the entire venue, and timeless beauty that unfolds before every guest. Its 440 acres of diverse property, including an open-air pavilion, a lush garden, and lakeside views, create a dream-like venue for any occasion. At The Mackey House, you have private and exclusive use of the venue, so you can transform the entire property into your own one-of-a-kind group event.
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Salacia Salts
Join the Salacia Salts class to dive into the art of crafting luxurious, ocean-inspired bath salts that rejuvenate your skin and senses.
Nourish
In the Nourish class, experience the joy of creating handmade, natural bath and body products that are perfect for pampering yourself or gifting to loved ones.
Savannah offers an abundance of history, cuisine, beauty and entertainment. Whichever group option you choose, you can't go wrong.