Whoa, I was not prepared for how amazing this place was!…read more When we first arrived I thought it would be just kind of a silly tourist trap thing, but boy was I wrong! It is a very large collection of everything spooky, odd and strange! There are entire rooms focused on serial killers, such as Gacy, HH Holmes and Richard Ramirez. We were in there for a very long time and learned so much from the women running the tour. There was even a guy in our group who had been childhood friends with one of Gacy's victims, which was incredibly surreal and really hit home how real all of this was, and not just entertainment. They also have, or are going to have, another location in Chicago which is very exciting and I would definitely seek that out next time I am there. All in all a 10/10 experience.

This museum was MUCH bigger than I anticipated. We spent about an hour and a half and easily could…read morehave spent another or so in there learning and listening to the gals educate the group. There was so much to read, so much to see, and so much to experience. This is a very dark museum so if you have a weak stomach, are faint of heart if easily disturbed I would not recommend. Even still you are heavily warned about what is in each room should you not want to see or experience something by the staff. They were so helpful!! Their regular price is $25 OR $50 for a two day pass, tshirt, tote (or a pin), and sticker. Absolutely great deal if you're wanting some merch. Very spooky, eerie, and overall an interesting time!

Loved this museum and speakeasy!!…read more Is it touristy- yes. Is it fun - yes. If you are in town for fun this is a nice indoor activity to beat the heat. Fun displays and lots of info. Did not realize that Savannah was so big during Prohibition. And those drivers gave way to NASCAR. And you get to hold guns with Al Capone! Bar at the end was a nice break. I had the Brown Derby and wife had a Mule. Brown Derby was good and they definitely give you a good pour of alcohol. The Mule was $5 and was very tart and refreshing. Gift shop at the end has a ton of options. Stop in, beat the heat, have a drink and learn something.

This is a typical tourist trap. Does it tell you about prohibition? Yes. It's lot of reading, very…read morecrowded quickly because it's a narrow building with stairs. If you go with the guided tour you will probably get more info without reading the walls. The bar is just a bar with a set number of period cocktails. Cost is $11 if you pay ahead, $13 if you buy at the bar. Plenty of people got them and the room was crowded. The last part of the display was probably the most interesting because it was a movie. However it's in a very hot room with velvet seats that did not attract my party of four. If you've ever watched a Ken Burns special on this subject you know all you'll ever need to know. And you will be comfortable in your own home. I advise to skip it and go to a proper bar for a drink.

Super cool and educational! Super easy to navigate through with amazing content very step of the…read moreway. Great WWII information with great planes to see first hand. Super family friendly. Went with my in laws and my infant and it was a great treat for us all. The garden and the chapel are great extensions to the museum, especially when the weather is great. Definitely worth a visit!

Good exhibition of aircraft's, memorabilia from World War II, and few video movie rooms to give…read morefurther context on historic moments with the Mighty Eight. Gift shop available and very clean museum. Recommend for family and/or anyone with ties with military service.

Today we visited the Savannah Ogeechee Canal museum and trails. There are a series of beautiful…read moretrails that wind through the woods and also along the canal. The museum is rebuilding after the most recent Ogeechee River flood. There are a few exhibits and the woman who was running the museum is very knowledgeable and passionate about the canal and trails. We took a wonderful 4 miles hike that took us through different terrain. We enjoyed visiting this site and recommend checking it out as well.

This place is such a gem! What a great place to enjoy some light hiking and view cool swampy…read morenature. Entrance is only $5, parking is easy, and the people are super friendly and knowledgeable.

Who can pass up visiting the World Famous Onion Museum. The director greeted us so warmly and she…read morewas very excited to share her knowledge about the area and history of the sweet onion. The museum is free and a great stop.

This is one of the most unique and coolest attractions in all South Georgia. How many people can…read moresay they've been to a museum entirely devoted to one vegetable?? The museum is quite small but packed full of info. You could spend anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour or two here. It walks you all the way through the history of the vidalia onion and region in general from the very beginning to modern day. I never knew how much i didn't know about onions until i came here. They also have a whole room dedicated to kids with lots of onion related toys and activities to keep kids engaged. The staff might be the best thing about this museum. They are all super nice and clearly love their volunteer jobs. We had our little one with us and they could not have been more nice. Completely doted upon him and made us feel right at home. They were also very helpful in providing suggestions for local attractions and restaurants. Don't miss out on the gift shop with lots of onion related Christmas gift ideas!

The Savannah History Museum has so much potential. Savannah is the first city in Georgia, the first…read morecapital of Georgia, the first planned city in America, the site of Georgia's largest revolutionary war battle (Siege of Savannah), the terminus of General Sherman's Civil War March to the Sea, the birthplace of famous Americans like Juliette Gordon Low, Clarence Thomas, and Flannery O'Connor, the site of over 2500 historically significant properties, and is an American cultural staple (Forrest Gump, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, ghosts, etc.). Strangely enough, the museum instead chooses to lead with exhibits like "1920s dentistry," "wildlife of the barrier islands," and "steam locomotives." When patrons finally get to the Savannah exhibits, the confusion intensifies. The exhibit on Savannah in WWII predeceases the exhibit on Savannah in the Civil War, and Savannah's revolutionary war history is told out of order. Perhaps the worst curation atrocity is that the museum's most famous piece, the "Forrest Gump bench," is behind a glass case. Really? The whole point of museums is interacting with history, and something as sturdy and repairable as a steel bench is a perfect "interactive exhibit" piece. Imagine how much more museum goers would enjoy their experience if they could get their photo taken on Forrest Gump's bench (perhaps even with a wax Tom Hanks sitting on it too!). Forrest Gump was released in 1994 and that bench won't be worth more than the steel its made with in 40 years--no reason to keep it behind a glass case. America is teaming with museum curators desperate for employment. The average SCAD Museum Studies major would froth at the mouth for an opportunity to curate a history museum for such a storied city like Savannah. Please bring in a professional to renovate this museum and have it live up to its true potential.

Waste of money . Can't even sit on the replica forest gump bench. Most of the exhibits you can see…read moreother places. I think it was $12 a person maybe it's worth $5

This was a great way to spend some time. I'll bring the grandkids back so they can see everything…read morethere is to see

The end of a long day we decided to come here. It was just perfect for that after a long day but…read morestill something to do kind of activity. Wish we walked around more but as my son kept saying he was tired of walking lol. Of course he wasn't to tired to go check out the gift shop :P

This is one of Augusta's most rewarding museums, a place that manages to tell a 12,000‑year story…read morewithout ever feeling overwhelming. The Augusta Museum of History is the city's oldest historical institution, founded in 1937 and now the only accredited museum in the Central Savannah River Area, which gives it a level of curatorial depth you can feel as you move from room to room. The museum's signature exhibition, Augusta's Story, begins with the region's earliest Indigenous cultures, including artifacts from the Stallings Island people, and then moves through the Colonial Era, the antebellum period, the Civil War, and the city's twentieth century reinventions. You see everything from slave‑made pottery to a 12‑pounder bronze Napoleon cannon tube and an 1869 steam fire engine tied to the devastating 1916 fire that reshaped parts of the city. It's a rare chance to see Augusta's full arc laid out in a way that feels comprehensive. The museum also excels at capturing the city's cultural identity. The James Brown gallery is a highlight, celebrating the life and global influence of the "Godfather of Soul" with photographs, stage pieces, and biographical context that show how deeply he shaped Augusta's modern identity. Several media options to watch him performing and to hear other leading figures discuss his influence. The golf and Masters Tournament section offers a thoughtful look at how the sport became intertwined with the city's reputation, and the medical history exhibit includes an impressive wall of antique medicine bottles that gives you a sense of how local healthcare evolved over generations. One of the most enjoyable parts of the visit is the Transportation Corridor, which brings Augusta's mobility story to life with a 1914 steam locomotive, a 1917 steam trolley, a reconstructed 1930s gas station, and a range of early vehicles. Walking through the restored streetcar and stepping into the rail car for photos adds a tactile, playful element that balances the more traditional exhibits. Upstairs, the museum's radio history exhibit traces the rise of WBBQ, one of Augusta's most influential stations, including a "then and now" section installed for its 60th anniversary. There are also exhibits on local law enforcement and firefighting, as well as a gallery of regional legends that highlights entertainers, athletes, writers, and other notable Augustans. The entire museum is comfortably explored in about two hours, which makes it an easy and rewarding stop whether you're spending a full day downtown or pairing it with the Morris Museum of Art or the Riverwalk. It's the kind of place that leaves you with a clearer sense of Augusta's character, from its earliest settlements to the voices and industries that shaped the city you see today. Don't miss it. [Review 203 of 2026 - 904 in Georgia - 25392 overall]

We were in town for the weekend and decided to pay this place a visit. The admission price was…read moreonly a dollar so you really can't go wrong with that price. The first floor has a pretty extensive history of the city and was very interesting. The second floor has about five other sections including golf, James Brown, medical, and locals.

Interactive play. Go…read moreonline and make reservations if your children want to experience the museum. They fill up fast. You have morning and afternoon sessions available. There are both indoor and outdoor activities. You would have to see if it is a place your kids would want to play and learn.

This is the second time my daughter and I took my granddaughter to the Sandbox Children's Museum…read more The first time we went, there were no issues at all. The little one had a great time and we felt very welcomed by the staff. However, this time we felt the experience was not as good and the main reason was because of the attitude & actions of some employees. First off, while we were checking in, the staff was not as friendly and helpful as they were on our previous visit. They had a bit of an attitude because we didn't make reservations before coming. We have a toddler- it's not always easy to preplan your whole day when you have a toddler. Reservations were not full so we were able to go right in. Later on, my granddaughter, who will be three in a month, wanted to play in the area marked for children two & under. At the time, there were no other children playing in that area, so we let her play. An employee walked by and asked how old she was. We told her and she rudely said that she had aged out and that she needed to leave that area. So we left the museum. We could understand if there were children younger than her playing there at the time, but there was no one else in there at all! And my granddaughter is a toddler, not a 6 or 8 year old child, for goodness sakes! It was silly. Use common sense and reasonable discretion when deciding when to enforce certain policies! But truly, the rude & condescending attitude of the employee is what made it so irritating. My daughter did reach out to the Executive Director to discuss the situation and received an apology, so we will give them another chance next time my daughter & granddaughter come to visit. The place is pretty small overall and I would not recommend for older kids as all of the exhibits/play spaces are limited and really geared for younger kids. I personally think $12 per person for admission is a bit much for what the place actually has to offer, but as long as my granddaughter is entertained, we are willing to pay it. She wil likely "age out of it" in a few years unless they add some new & more advanced exhibits/play areas.