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 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 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.
Hunter Army Airfield
Hunter Army Airfield is just one of the places to see in Savannah, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries and shops.
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.
Things to do
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
Hilton Head Island: Ocean Dolphin Cruise
Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour
Bonaventure Cemetery and Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Poplar Place - University Place
The Desoto Savannah
Perfect location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Everything was great
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Location
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
Great hotel! The rooms are very nice and clean, The shower is huge and the view of the Savannah River and all the barges that go by is exceptional. They offer a car service within in 3 miles and the drivers are very knowledgeable and friendly.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
The bed was very comfortable. The staff was super pleasant and helpful, and the location was perfect to go downtown and explore. I will definitely stay there again when I’m in Savannah.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hotel Bardo Savannah
Great property. Loud air conditioning unit which kept me awake.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Poplar Place - University Place
Oakdale
If you're spending some time in Oakdale, Savannah Botanical Gardens and Monkey Joe's are top sights worth seeing.
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
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and parks in Victorian District - West. You might want to make time for a stop at Savannah Stage Company or Cultural Arts Gallery.
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.
