Savannah

Travel Guide

Savannah
Savannah
Savannah
Lafayette Square showing a fountain and a park
Savannah

Savannah Travel Guide Video

With its elegant antebellum mansions, Spanish moss-draped trees and leafy public squares, Savannah is one of the South’s best-looking cities. 

Savannah is known for its attractive historic homes, moss-carpeted public squares and large, shade-giving oak trees. Pretty as it is, the city has more to offer than just attractive surrounds. Explore it thoroughly to discover a fascinating history, as well as thriving art and spirited nightlife scenes.

For the first century and a half after its founding in 1733, Savannah flourished economically, serving as Georgia’s main port. Learn about local history and life during a trip to the Wormsloe Plantation, where old trades including blacksmithing are demonstrated on the estate of an antebellum mansion. To find out more about naval history, visit Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, where displays include an impressively detailed collection of model ships.

Carry a camera during a wander around the photo-friendly Savannah Historic District. Admire impressive Georgian, Gothic and Greek Revival residences and encounter scenic fountain and statue-dotted squares, such as Chippewa Square, famous for appearing in Oscar-winning blockbuster Forrest Gump. In the center of the historic district is the 30-acre (12-hectare) Forsyth Park. The park is crisscrossed by walking paths, has open green spaces for picnics and features memorials, gardens, a pool and a playground.

Another photogenic spot for a stroll is the Bonaventure Cemetery, which overlooks the Wilmington River. Take a guided tour and examine the hauntingly beautiful funerary sculptures and necropolises.

The city’s renowned Savannah College of Art & Design attracts many artistic-leaning students, who have helped Savannah’s contemporary art scene flourish. Marvel at the modern art pieces displayed at the SCAD Museum of Art and visit the futuristic Moshe Safdie-designed Jepson Center for the Arts to see even more contemporary exhibitions.

Don’t leave without sampling Savannah’s justifiably hyped dining and nightlife scenes. For lunch or dinner, try the restaurant-dotted City Market. Live music can often be heard wafting through the air in this area.

To reach the city, fly into the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport, located about 10 miles (16 kilometers) from downtown Savannah. Trains and bus services also serve the city. Savannah is a pedestrian-friendly city, but if you tire, ride local buses or use the city’s bike rental scheme instead.

Where to stay in Savannah

Savannah Children\'s Museum featuring a playground and a bridge

Historic Downtown Savannah

Historic Downtown Savannah is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like River Street and Savannah Theatre, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Savannah.

Historic Downtown Savannah
Savannah

Historic District - North

If you're spending some time in Historic District - North, River Street and Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.

Historic District - North
Savannah Victorian District

Midtown

Midtown is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Grayson Stadium and Starland District, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Savannah.

Midtown
Isle of Hope Historic District featuring a house

Moon River District

While visiting Moon River District, you might make a stop by sights like Butter Bean Beach and Wormsloe Historic Site.

Moon River District
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Eastside

While Eastside might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like River Street and The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist.

Eastside
Can't say enough great things about this hotel! This is the place to stay if you are in Savannah. Great staff, that go over and beyond from valet to front desk. Beautiful amenities including fitness center and a roof top pool with an excellent view of the boats on the water. Plus it's fairly new only a few months old so none of that clammy hotel germy feel. I really enjoyed my stay here, highly recommended.

Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes

If you're spending some time in Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes, River Street and Savannah River are top sights worth seeing.

Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
4 out of 5
2 W Bay St, Savannah, GA
The price is P7,135 per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
P7,135
P10,163 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,236 reviews)
"Excellent atmosphere and service."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Quality Inn Midtown
Quality Inn Midtown
2.5 out of 5
7100 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P3,304 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P3,304
P4,081 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,067 reviews)
"Had to change room because of smoke smell in room. A lot better once we changed room. Manager not very nice but requesting room change."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Quality Inn Midtown
The Desoto Savannah
The Desoto Savannah
4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street, Savannah, GA
The price is P9,498 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P9,498
P11,468 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,668 reviews)
"Nice:)"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

The Desoto Savannah
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Grant by Black Swan
The Grant by Black Swan
3.5 out of 5
5 W Broughton St, Savannah, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and air conditioning. Popular attractions River Street and Forsyth Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (260 reviews)
"Great location, sparkling clean totally smooth checkin checkout!"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

The Grant by Black Swan
Kasa Altmayer Savannah
Kasa Altmayer Savannah
3.5 out of 5
100 Bull Street, Savannah, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, concierge services, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions River Street and Forsyth Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (239 reviews)
"We absolutely enjoyed staying at Kasa Altmayer!! It was so nice to be able to have a FULL SIZE kitchen, and also have washer and dryer in the room (even though the dryer was little wonky to work with) The room was pretty clean!! Few things I recommend is to have a broom/mop somewhere in the room ..."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Kasa Altmayer Savannah
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Broughton Apartments Historic District
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Broughton Apartments Historic District
4 out of 5
109 West Broughton Street, Savannah, GA
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Savannah. Enjoy laundry facilities, concierge services, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions River Street and Forsyth ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (383 reviews)
"Very clean. Great location. Sofa sleeper was basically just springs, but the sofa itself was fine to sleep on for my child."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Broughton Apartments Historic District
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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