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Old Fort Jackson


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 136 attractions in Savannah
Traveler Description: The state's oldest remaining fort dates back to 1808 and includes a number of Civil War and other military exhibits.
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Attraction type: Military museum
Address: 1 Fort Jackson Road Savannah, GA 31404
Tel: 912 232 3945
Fax: 912 236 5126

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5 of 5 stars
Ruth-tn 8 contributions
Tn.
Jul 5, 2009

Had the fort all to ourselfs most of the time. My boys wished they had brought their toy guns so they could play. Huge ships pass next to the fort CLOSE. My boys were torn between playing and watching the ships. This was the best place we found in Savannah to watch the ships. Wonderful place. more

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5 of 5 stars
scoutaunt 2 contributions
North Carolina
Apr 17, 2009

Im the leader of a girl scout troop and I thought this would be boring, but it was quite an experience for the girls. We requested the tour program and our educational tour guide, Ward, was dressed like a confederate soldier and had the girls march and salute like soldiers. He talked about the flag code, drumming and gave a... more

very cool
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4 of 5 stars
jnx37 2 contributions
georgia
Apr 24, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I loved that I could walk around and explore on my own the history of the place. A freight ship went by right next to the fort, it was like you could reach out and touch it! They had cannon firings when we were there too---really brings history to a place you can understand it, feel it, smell it... more

wonderful
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5 of 5 stars
reviewer0946 15 contributions
Pennsylvania
Oct 12, 2004
6/6 found this review helpful

This fort is very nice. It is not too crowded unlike fort sumter. You are able to go into the buildings and onto the second floor of the fort. Admission is not very expensive either. It is self guided, so you can take your time. Take some bug spray though, or use the spray they have on the table before... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Atlanta, GA
Apr 12, 2004
8/9 found this review helpful

It was AWESOME! I had the best time inside the fort. You can go right up on the second floor and see ships pass you. It is right next to the Savannah River. They have professionals there to tell you everything you want to know. I had a great time and so will you. You should go if you go... more

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Old Fort Jackson Address

1 Fort Jackson Road, Savannah, GA 31404
Tel: 912 232 3945 Fax: 912 236 5126