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Fugitives, Fighters, and Fudge: St. Marys Walking Tour

11 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
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First Presbyterian Church, 1808
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Archibald Clark House, 1801, refuge for fleeing Aaron Burr
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On average, this is booked 31 (14) days in advance.
1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

This St. Marys walking tour presents action-packed stories from the town's 250-year history and includes special access to iconic landmarks, such as the First Presbyterian Church, one of the oldest church buildings in Georgia, and the historic Riverview Hotel, where such names as Rockefeller and Carnegie stayed. Spectacular marsh views are the backdrop for this fascinating walking tour!

What's Included

  • VIP entrance to St. Marys' most iconic sites

    Meeting Location

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    7 Saint Marys Street West
    St Marys, GA 31558, USA

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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    St. Marys Community Market/ St. Marys Waterfront Pavilion

    We begin our tour overlooking the St. Marys River and discuss the many peoples - the British, French, Spanish, and Native Americans - who claimed and fought over this land. We then discuss St. Marys' founding in 1788 in order to protect its citizens against the enemy Spanish in Florida just a stone's throw away.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Riverview Hotel

    Enter the century-old Riverview Hotel, where Rockefellers and Carnegies stayed, to look at a cartoon created by renowned Roy Crane, who stayed at this hotel and drew the people and places he saw while in St. Marys. It is fun to pick out places we will be visiting together on the tour!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Spencer House Inn by Brham

    We admire this iconic pink inn while discussing its history and getting to the bottom of why its porch ceilings are painted blue!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church

    Here we discover this building is not what it seems; it originally was the oldest masonry bank in Georgia before it became this quaint Catholic church. Take a peak at its bright, beautiful interior!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Goodbread House

    We spend time in the parlor of this stately Victorian home, admire its elegant antique furnishings, and discuss its history as a boarding house and current Bed & Breakfast. Learn why one of its rooms is named "Lucy and Ricky"!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Archibald Clark House

    Here we discuss action-packed stories associated with the 19th-century owner of this home, Archibald Clark, who was imprisoned during the British attack on St. Marys in the War of 1812 and who housed a fleeing Aaron Burr after his duel with Alexander Hamilton. Find out how you can sleep in the bedroom of a killer here!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    First Presbyterian Church

    Explore the interior of this 1807 church - the oldest in St. Marys and one of the oldest in Georgia - as we discuss how this structure miraculously survived burning by Union troops during the Civil War. And you must hear the story of a horse in the bell tower - you'll never guess who put it there!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Washington Pump and Oak

    Discover why this water pump and oak - both dating from the 1800s - are named in honor of George Washington!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Orange Hall Gilman Cultural Center

    This stately Greek Revival home is a St. Marys icon. Learn how the priest who built it could afford to construct a home larger than his church, and discover a dark secret the home hides to this day!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Christ Episcopal Church

    Enter this historic chapel to take in its quaint Tudor Gothic interior and discover why this 1880s church is not the original one on this site!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Market On the Square

    Dessert's on us! We end here for delicious bites of homemade fudge!
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fugitives, Fighters, and Fudge: St. Marys Walking Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-307895P1

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    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fugitives, Fighters, and Fudge: St. Marys Walking Tour?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • VIP entrance to St. Marys' most iconic sites.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
    A:

    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    The minimum age to participate is 5..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Fugitives, Fighters, and Fudge: St. Marys Walking Tour is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fugitives, Fighters, and Fudge: St. Marys Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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