Savannah

Travel Guide

Savannah
Savannah
Savannah
Lafayette Square showing a garden and a fountain
Savannah

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 centre 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 Centre 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 kilometres) 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

Default Image

Historic Downtown Savannah

4.5/5(147 area reviews)

Declared a National Historic Landmark District, this urban area boasts notable sites like Juliette Gordon Low's birthplace, Telfair Academy, and the First African Baptist Church. Unwind in one of Savannah's 22 squares or the 30-acre Forsyth Park.

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
Default Image

Midtown

3.5/5(8 area reviews)

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

Midtown
Default Image

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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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 CA $151 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $151
CA $221 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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! (3,291 reviews)
"I liked everything. The staff was particularly welcoming and helpful and I loved the view from my room. Loved the guys at the valet station-they were always so very helpful. I was not so enamoured with the staff at the bar. The Hyatt is my "go to" place and this did not disappoint."

Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2025

Hyatt Regency Savannah
The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street, Savannah, GA
The price is CA $209 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $209
CA $253 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (2,709 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, professional and very welcoming. The check in/out was quick and easy. The bartenders at the Proof Bar made awesome drinks with a bit of entertainment on the side😜 We had a delicious breakfast with great Southern Hospitality! The location was perfect and within walking distance ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2025

The Desoto Savannah
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd, Savannah, GA
The price is CA $246 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
CA $246
CA $291 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Savannah. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,122 reviews)
"Very nice amenities."

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Marriott Savannah Riverfront
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! (276 reviews)
Historic Savannah Done Right
"Self-check in and communication leading up to check in was great. Simple instructions for access. The building is old (of course, since its historic Savannah), but modernized and renovated to where it becomes a very vibrant blend of old and new. Some of the items in the unit (ones we didn't use or ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

The Grant by Black Swan
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! (397 reviews)
"This is a perfect place if you’re looking for something right in the middle of everything. It was beautiful and clean and I hope it stays that way. After the roadtrip I’ve been on, it was so nice to walk into a place that didn’t make me feel uncomfortable, instead more like home."

Reviewed on Aug. 9, 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Broughton Apartments Historic District
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! (249 reviews)
Good value great location
"Better instructions for pre-check-in would’ve been nice"

Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2025

Kasa Altmayer 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.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Cities near Savannah