Savannah, GA

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Savannah
Davenport House Museum
Davenport House Museum
Lafayette Square featuring a garden and a fountain
Historic Downtown Savannah showing a house, flowers and heritage elements

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

4.5/5(5,096 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
Savannah Victorian District

Midtown

4/5(368 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
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 NT$3,264 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
NT$3,264
NT$4,787 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
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! (3,261 reviews)
Food Options A-Plenty - Bed Not Comfy
"You don't have to leave the hotel if you don't want to when it comes to food! There's a small "marketplace" with ready-made snacks, a little cafe and a larger restaurant, as well. Plus room service. If you DO want to leave, you're a block or two from a multitude of restaurants, so there are plenty ..."

Reviewed on 2025/8/6

Hyatt Regency Savannah
The Desoto Savannah

The Desoto Savannah

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street, Savannah, GA
The price is NT$5,043 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
NT$5,043
NT$6,089 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (2,690 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at the The Desoto. It was convenient to walk everywhere we wanted to see. Savannah was a lot of fun. We will be back"

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

The Desoto Savannah
Marriott Savannah Riverfront

Marriott Savannah Riverfront

4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd, Savannah, GA
The price is NT$5,342 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
NT$5,342
NT$6,322 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! (2,113 reviews)
"It was a pleasure staying here especially the restaurant staff, above and beyond service. Entire staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 2025/8/7

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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
"Stayed before in the same unit. And loved it!"

Reviewed on 2025/7/30

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! (394 reviews)
"Like the access to the River and it’s downtown and it was very nice inside"

Reviewed on 2025/8/5

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! (248 reviews)
Good value great location
"Better instructions for pre-check-in would’ve been nice"

Reviewed on 2025/7/13

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.

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