Poplar Place - University Place Travel Guide
Savannah
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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 Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Savannah Convention Center during your trip to Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
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 State University
Enjoy the student vibe at Savannah State University as part of your travels around Savannah. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Grayson Stadium
Catch an event at Grayson Stadium during your trip to Savannah. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Savannah Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
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 Poplar Place - University Place
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Loved the property, river view, the boats, ships & watching dolphins play.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The DeSoto
This hotel is not worth the price anymore. The room was not clean. The pillows need to be thrown away. They were so used up. The coffee was terrible and the bathroom was not well stocked with shampoo etc. The view was great and that’s about it.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
River Street Inn
Great location, very well-kept and clean and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
One of the best stay experience for family Thank you
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Not replishing clean rags and towels thorughout our stay other than that everything else was excellent.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Savannah Downtown/Historic District
Great location is it in a great walkable area to many sites
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poplar Place - University Place
Midtown
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Starland District to Grayson Stadium – discover Midtown, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Thomas Square
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Thomas Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Starland District or Bull Street Library.
Victorian District - West
Visitors to Victorian District - West like its coffee shops and parks, and Savannah Stage Company is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Eastside
Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Mercer Williams House Museum.
