Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
River Street
Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.
Forsyth Park
With peaceful walking paths, sporting areas and grassy lawns, this large city park in downtown Savannah is perfect for a day outside.
Savannah College of Art and Design
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 Civic Center
After visiting Savannah Civic Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Savannah. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
Abercorn Street
During your visit to Savannah, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Abercorn Street. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its local cheese shops.
City Market
During your visit to Savannah, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at City Market. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Bonaventure Cemetery Walking Tour with Transportation
Old Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour
2-Hour Savannah Sunset Riverboat Cruise
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Our room wasn’t ready at our check in time, when it was finally ready staff was scrambling to find a room as they often over book rooms. There is no self parking available at hotel, mandatory 50 dollar valet. Beds do Not come with comforters, so we asked for a blanket from front desk and they sent ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The DeSoto
Clean hotel in great location.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
River Street Inn
Beautiful location on the river with really comfortable rooms and within walking distance of anything you might need. My husband and I particularly enjoyed the daily happy hour where Brad provided excellent service and we met other folks staying at the inn.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
The Staff was amazing
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
The rooms were clean and the staff were very helpful. The location of this hotel is good as well.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Savannah Downtown/Historic District
The location was reasonably convenient. The staff was awesome. Was not very impressed with the five dollar drink discount. I think it should’ve been one free beer of wine at least.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown 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.
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 Abercorn Street.
Old West Broad Neighborhood
While visiting Old West Broad Neighborhood, you might make a stop by sights like Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children's Museum.
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 Mercer Williams House Museum.
Dixon Park
Though Dixon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Mercer Williams House Museum.
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.
