Savannah Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil Narrated Walking Tour
Overview
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2 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a small-group (15 guests maximum) deep dive into all things Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil! Led by a veteran journalist and long-time downtown Savannah resident, the two-hour tour provides the back-stories and up-close-and-personal insights into author John Berendt's book, director Clint Eastwood's movie of the same name, and the rich Savannah history surrounding them both. You'll stop at several sites where the story unfolds, including the Hamilton-Turner Inn, Clary’s Cafe, and Mercer-Williams House; you'll also get the scoop on the story's unique array of characters, from Jim Williams to Minerva to Joe Odom to Nancy Hillis to Moe Fetzer -- and everyone in between!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A moderate amount of walking is involved, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
This tour is not recommended for children under 14.
BOOK CLUBS WELCOME!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local licensed professional Savannah tour guide
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
This tour does not include a tour of the Mercer Williams House Museum.
What To Expect
Reynolds Square
Out tour begins here. Introduction to Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil's main character, Jim Williams, and an outside look at what is probably his most high-profile Savannah project - the Olde Pink House Restaurant and Tavern. We also introduce Minerva, the voodoo priestess and member of his defense team.
Johnson Square
We stop here to talk about Johnny Mercer and the Midnight movie soundtrack, and why director Clint Eastwood thought it was important to have a movie soundtrack that was 100 percent Johnny Mercer music.
Options
Good and Evil Tour
Reviews
357 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend this tour!
Lori B,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Martin had a knack for weaving the story while visiting various key places from the book. It was delightful!
Wonderful tour
Merrilee K,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was great! Funny & informative :) Would highly recommend to anyone who read the book. Really enjoyed it!
Best Book Tour Ever
betty d,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our Group was Ashanti Too Book Club and we were celebrating our 20th Anniversary as a club. Our book for the month was Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil. Martin our tour guide did an excellent job. The stories, sites and the squares were so interesting. He kept the pace of the tour so well with a built in break at a cafe/store. I highly recommend Martin and this tour. It was just enough walking we had a couple in our group with walking issues but they did extremely well.
Fun and entertaining
Dee F,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil tour was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. It offered a perfect balance of history, culture, and storytelling. Our guide was both knowledgeable and entertaining, bringing Savannah’s charm and intrigue to life. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun and informative way to spend an afternoon exploring the city.
Wonderful Tour
Casey R,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you know the Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (book or movie) or even if you don't, this tour is 100% worth it!
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