Savannah served as a vital port for both cotton and slave trade during the 19th century, and some believe the voices heard coming from within its storage rooms are actually voices from restless slave spirits.
Moon River Brewing Company, Savannah’s inaugural hotel and now an essential stop on ghost tours, has long been associated with paranormal stories involving paranormal occurrences ranging from Lady in White sightings to Toby the staff-named poltergeist poltergeist sightings – this haunted brewery offers something for everyone.
The Kehoe House
Savannah’s squares may be tranquil and picturesque during the daytime. At night though, Spanish moss dangling from oak trees creates an eerie vibe, perfect for ghost stories!
The Kehoe House in Savannah is widely considered to be one of the city’s most haunted locations. Formerly used as a funeral parlor, this home is said to be where two family members rest after they passed on and possibly even haunted by spirits of children who are said to roam its rooms.
Marshall House guests have reported hearing laughter and children running freely through the halls, faucets turning themselves on without prompting, doors opening and closing by themselves and hearing someone whisper their name in bed. Many guests even report having been awakened up by this mysterious presence whispering their name in bed at night!
The Owens-Thomas House and Slave Quarters
Owens-Thomas House stands as Savannah’s most haunted building, recalling its past as a seaport and slave trading center. With its English-inspired architecture and luxurious rooms contrasting against cramped slave quarters, many visitors experience paranormal activity including footsteps heard clomping on hard flooring, noises heard behind closed doors and cold spots; guests and staff also report shadow figures or hearing the sound of children rushing up and down halls.
The Owens-Thomas House has witnessed it all: slavery, the Civil War and Yellow Fever epidemics – its troubled past still with us today.
The Mercer Williams House
The Mercer Williams House in Savannah is one of its most haunted houses. This real-life home of two estranged lovers served as inspiration for Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil book and film, respectively.
Hotel and restaurant guests have reported experiencing items falling off shelves, rum going missing mysteriously and ghosts stomping their feet in the square. Alice Riley can still be seen searching for her child who she was hanged for in this square.
At 17Hundred90 Inn and Tavern there are at least three ghosts who reside at least occasionally within its walls, most notably Anna who haunts Room 204 and often leaves pennies on tables as she passes by.
The Foley House Inn
Foley House Inn is one of Savannah’s most haunted spots, due to renovation workers discovering human bones within the walls during renovation work. Although these remains were never identified positively, they still sparked paranormal experiences; particularly one which disturbed a businesswoman staying in room 204 where she often heard crying in the darkness and tugging on sheets. Anne may often be heard crying as well.
As well as war heroes, women, and servants, other ghosts of war heroes, women, and servants have also been seen here. One of the more friendly spirits is James Habersham Jr. who haunts both restaurants and taverns nearby – his presence alone makes one feel at ease! James leaves pennies for each table where he dines or clears away drinks!
Moon River Brewing Company
People visit Savannah to enjoy its gorgeous live oaks, historical buildings and delicious beer, but did you know it is also one of America’s most haunted places?
Moon River Brewing Company occupies a building that was originally a hotel, and during yellow fever outbreaks used part of it as an emergency hospital – hundreds of children died there, leaving behind memories that may still linger today.
At the brewery, many unusual incidents have taken place, from bottles being tossed to people being pushed or touched by unseen forces. A ghost known as Toby has even been reported haunting its basement and billiard room.
Hamilton-Turner Inn
The Hamilton-Turner Inn is a luxury hotel that combines old world Southern elegance with contemporary comfort. Built in 1873 and part of Savannah history since, this inn has also seen some paranormal activity.
This historic boutique hotel features 17 guestrooms and a three-bedroom carriage house. Its evocative exterior boasts Second Empire architecture with tall windows and ornate ironwork balconies; further surrounded by moss-draped oak trees for an idyllic retreat experience.
This mansion was originally built for Samuel Pugh Hamilton, an influential businessman known as “Lord of Lafayette Square.” Over time it became one of Savannah’s social hubs.
