Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide

Savannah
Mickve Israel Temple which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a temple or place of worship

Popular places to visit

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River Street

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.

River Street
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Forsyth Park

4.5/5(14 reviews)

With peaceful walking paths, sporting areas and grassy lawns, this large city park in downtown Savannah is perfect for a day outside.

Forsyth Park
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Savannah College of Art and Design

4/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe at Savannah College of Art and Design as part of your travels around Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Savannah College of Art and Design
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City Market

4/5(11 reviews)

During your visit to Savannah, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at City Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

City Market
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The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist

4/5(11 reviews)

Bask in the beauty of the spectacular French Gothic architecture, magnificent artworks and unique history of this renowned Roman Catholic cathedral in downtown Savannah.

The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
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Owens-Thomas House

See why Savannah prizes this stunning building, one of the best examples of English Regency architecture in the United States and now housing an exquisite decorative arts collection.

Owens-Thomas House

Things to do

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Savannah: History and Sightseeing Trolley Tour

Rp463.890
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Savannah: History and Sightseeing Trolley Tour
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Savannah: Full Admission Tour Pass for 30+ Tours

Rp1.840.097
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Savannah: Full Admission Tour Pass for 30+ Tours
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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

Rp494.816
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
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Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

Rp541.205
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour
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Sunday Brunch Riverboat Cruise in Savannah

Rp1.175.033
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Sunday Brunch Riverboat Cruise in Savannah
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Savannah Ghost Trolley Tour with Dinner at the Pirate's House

Rp1.113.336
Per adult
Savannah Ghost Trolley Tour with Dinner at the Pirate's House
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
201 W Bay St, Savannah, GA
The price is Rp2.175.102 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
Rp2.175.102
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,491 reviews)
Beautiful hotel in the perfect place!
"Absolutely beautiful hotel located at the beginning of the Savannah downtown historic district. Our room was beautiful and very spacious with an amazing view of the river and bridge. Valet was very helpful. Front desk was informative and gave a $25 voucher for the bar or food that we quickly used ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District, an IHG Hotel
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
4 out of 5
2 W Bay St, Savannah, GA
The price is Rp2.554.650 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
Rp2.554.650
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,221 reviews)
"Perfectly located right on River Street."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Hyatt Regency Savannah
The Desoto Savannah
The Desoto Savannah
4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street, Savannah, GA
The price is Rp2.584.008 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp2.584.008
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,408 reviews)
1 night in savannah
"Great stay! This was a last minute one night trip. We arrived very early, 10am and check in was at 4. We were able to valet our car, and we checked in at 1! They called when our room was ready. We upgraded to a balcony room, which wasn't really worth it cause there were no chairs or anything on the ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

The Desoto Savannah
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
5 out of 5
400 W RIVER ST, Savannah, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp4.006.340 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp4.006.340
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 12 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,026 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
3.5 out of 5
29 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.463.331 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
Rp2.463.331
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,615 reviews)
Excellent
"Excellent location. Right on the lovely Reynolds square. Walkable to the riverwalk. Vic's is our favorite restaurant and we ate there three nights in a row. Toured on the Hop On Hop Off bus, highly recommend it."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
Cambria Hotel Savannah Downtown Historic District
Cambria Hotel Savannah Downtown Historic District
3 out of 5
321 MONTGOMERY ST, Savannah, GA
The price is Rp2.758.211 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
Rp2.758.211
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (447 reviews)
"Very clean, nice staff, convenient to shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

Cambria Hotel Savannah Downtown Historic District
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
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Beach Institute

While there might not be top attractions in Beach Institute, you can explore the larger area and discover places like River Street and The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist.

Beach Institute
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Kayton - Frazier Area

While visiting Kayton - Frazier Area, you might make a stop by sights like Carver State Bank and Laurel Grove North Cemetery.

Kayton - Frazier Area
Savannah which includes interior views

Yamacraw Village

If you're spending some time in Yamacraw Village, River Street and SCAD Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Yamacraw Village
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Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes

While visiting Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes, you might make a stop by sights like River Street and Savannah River.

Hitch Village - Fred Wessels Homes
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Victorian District - East

Though Victorian District - East may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Forsyth Park.

Victorian District - East

Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide