Positively Bull Street - 2 Hour Historical Walking Tour

Overview

Take a journey through history on Georgia’s oldest thoroughfare, Bull Street. From Forsyth Park to the Savannah City Hall and back. Bull Street serves as one of the city's primary historic and cultural thoroughfares. It extends from the northernmost end at City Hall, near the Savannah River, to the southern end at Forsyth Park. The street is named after Colonel William Bull, an early settler and surveyor who assisted in designing the original layout of Savannah, known as the Oglethorpe Plan. Bull Street forms the central axis of Savannah's grid-like design, showcasing the city's unique layout with public squares at regular intervals. It passes through some of Savannah's most iconic squares, such as Wright Square, Chippewa Square (famous for its appearance in Forrest Gump), and Monterey Square. Architecture and Landmarks: The street is lined with historic homes, churches, and monuments, offering a glimpse into Savannah's architectural legacy.