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How to Get to Bonaventure Cemetery from Downtown Savannah

Bonaventure Cemetery is located in Thunderbolt, Georgia, about 15 minutes east of downtown Savannah. You can drive, use a rideshare, or book a tour that includes transportation.

Photo: tour listing on Viator

In short

  • Driving takes 15 minutes, with free parking available inside.
  • An Uber or Lyft costs $10 to $20 each way.
  • Guided walking tours with downtown hotel pick-up start at $48.
In this article
  1. Can I drive and park at Bonaventure Cemetery?
  2. How much is an Uber or Lyft to the cemetery?
  3. Can I walk or bike to Bonaventure Cemetery?
  4. Are there tours that include transportation?
  5. Which transportation method is best for me?
  6. Do combo tours offer hotel pickup?

Getting to the cemetery is straightforward, but walking or biking from downtown is not recommended due to busy roads. Most visitors choose to drive, take a rideshare, or book a guided tour that includes round-trip shuttle service.

Can I drive and park at Bonaventure Cemetery?

Yes, you can drive directly into the cemetery and park for free.

The drive takes about 15 minutes from downtown Savannah. Free parking lots are located near the main entrance and at the back of the cemetery near the Wilmington River bluff.

How much is an Uber or Lyft to the cemetery?

A standard rideshare from downtown Savannah to the cemetery costs $10 to $20 one-way.

The trip takes 15 minutes. This is a highly convenient option if you do not have a rental car. Have your driver drop you off near the main entrance, where most guided walking tours begin.

Row of white cross tombstones next to a blooming pink azalea bush.
Photo: tour listing on Viator

Can I walk or bike to Bonaventure Cemetery?

Walking or biking from downtown Savannah is not advised.

The route requires traveling on busy roads without proper pedestrian infrastructure. You are much safer using a car, rideshare, or a tour shuttle to reach the cemetery gates.

Are there tours that include transportation?

Yes, several commercial tour packages include round-trip shuttle service from downtown Savannah.

These guided tours generally cost between $40 and $50 total. The guided shuttle option takes about 20 minutes each way. This is an excellent choice if you prefer a seamless round-trip experience without navigating local traffic.

A path in Bonaventure Cemetery lined with large trees covered in Spanish moss.
Photo: tour listing on Viator
Statue of a seated woman holding a wreath in a mossy cemetery
Bonaventure Cemetery Walking Tour with Transportation2 h 45 min 5.0 (1,642)from $48

Which transportation method is best for me?

Compare your options based on cost, convenience, and travel time.

Review the table below to choose the best transport method for your schedule and budget.

Do combo tours offer hotel pickup?

Yes, longer combo tours often include complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off.

If you plan to visit multiple sites in one day, a combo package simplifies your transport. These tours pick you up at your Historic District hotel and drive you directly to each attraction.

A green tiered fountain in a lush park setting with Spanish moss trees.
Photo: tour listing on Viator
Dirt road lined with pink azaleas and large trees with Spanish moss.
Bonaventure Cemetery & Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour6 h 4.8 (914)from $74

Questions travellers ask

What is the exact address of Bonaventure Cemetery?

The official address is 330 Bonaventure Rd, Thunderbolt, GA 31404.

Is parking free at Bonaventure Cemetery?

Yes, entry and parking are completely free. You will find small lots near the entrance and at the back by the river bluff.

How far is the cemetery from downtown Savannah?

It is located about 15 minutes away by car. The distance is short, but the busy roads make driving or riding in a vehicle necessary.

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