Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide
Savannah
Visit Historic Downtown Savannah
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.
City Market
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.
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.
Things to do
Bonaventure Cemetery Walking Tour with Transportation
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Horse Drawn Daytime Group Narrated Historic Overview Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
The room decor was worn and outdated. Very worn carpet, warped bathroom door, hard scratchy towels. The view of the river was beautiful.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Desoto Savannah
Street noise can be loud late into the night. Windows and balcony doors not the tightest so sound infiltrates.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Savannah Downtown/Historic District
Great hotel!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
The loft room is awesome! Huge two story windows over looking the river. Great restaurant on property!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Staybridge Suites Savannah Historic District by IHG
The entire staff is phenomenal
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
SpringHill Suites Savannah Downtown / Historic District
Breakfast was pretty good with better than usual scrambled eggs, DIY waffles and decent coffee.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 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 Lafayette Square.
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.
