Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide

Savannah

A brick archway, a playground with slides, and a brick building in the background.
A row of historic brick buildings with arched windows and a black wrought iron fence.
A row of red brick townhouses with green shutters, a car parked on the street, and a tree in the foreground.
A pedestrian bridge over a canal with cars parked below.
A historic building with a balcony, a street with cyclists, and pedestrians.

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Savannah attractions

A cobblestone street with a tram, shops, and pedestrians.

River Street

9.2/10 (18,692 reviews)
Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.
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Things to do

Old town trolley touring the historic district of Savannah

Savannah Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

Rp743.954
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Savannah Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

Rp751.338
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Genteel & Bard Savannah History & Ghost Tours

Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

Rp628.810
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour
Tybee Island Dolphin Tour

Tybee Island Dolphin Tour

Rp1.326.430
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Tybee Island Dolphin Tour
Savannah Self-Guided Discovery: Historic Squares & Southern Charm

Savannah Self-Guided Discovery: Historic Squares & Southern Charm

Rp19.940
per adult
Savannah Self-Guided Discovery: Historic Squares & Southern Charm
Savannah Land & Sea Combo

Savannah Land & Sea Combo

Rp1.422.548
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Savannah Land & Sea Combo
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

4 out of 5
201 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is Rp1.906.380 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
Rp1.906.380
Rp2.823.258 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is Rp2.145.131 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
Rp2.145.131
Rp3.097.822 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,075 reviews)
"Our room was given away bc we checked in at 9 pm , i already paid for my room , why wasnt it held under the payment! Ridiculous"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
The DeSoto

The DeSoto

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is Rp2.493.082 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.493.082
Rp3.058.953 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
The DeSoto
River Street Inn

River Street Inn

4 out of 5
124 E. Bay Street Savannah GA
The price is Rp2.071.146 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.071.146
Rp3.158.894 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in ...
River Street Inn
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

5 out of 5
400 W RIVER ST Savannah GA
The price is Rp4.611.624 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp4.611.624
Rp6.247.480 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,589 reviews)
"Beautiful and convenient! Loved our stay in Savannah! The history of this plant to its current glory is very interesting!"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG

3 out of 5
199 E Bay St Savannah GA
The price is Rp2.161.040 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
Rp2.161.040
Rp2.594.156 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,748 reviews)
"Breakfast was great staff very nice"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Savannah

Find the best Historic Downtown Savannah areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a white boat, a large golden dome building, and a mix of modern and historic architecture along the waterfront.

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.

A historic building with ornate balconies and a lush garden.

Midtown

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Starland District to Grayson Stadium – discover Midtown, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A lighthouse, a water tower, and a residential area with houses and greenery.

Wilmington Island

Visitors to Wilmington Island appreciate its beaches. A visit to Marine Education Center and Aquarium and Oatland Island Wildlife Center might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

A tree-lined road with moss-covered trees and a water body on the side.
Photo by Erick Sillitoe
Open Photo by Erick Sillitoe

Moon River District

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

A park with a central fountain, benches, and trees with Spanish moss.

Eastside

Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Lafayette Square.

Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide