Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide
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.
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.
The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
Bask in the beauty of the spectacular French Gothic architecture, magnificent artworks and unique history of this renowned Roman Catholic cathedral in downtown Savannah.
Owens-Thomas House
See why Savannah prizes this stunning building, one of the best examples of English Regency architecture in the United States and now housing an exquisite decorative arts collection.
Activities
Savannah: History and Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Hilton Head Island: Round-Trip Ferry Ticket to Savannah
Savannah: Full Admission Tour Pass for 30+ Tours
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour
Sunday Brunch Riverboat Cruise in Savannah
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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.
Kayton - Frazier Area
While visiting Kayton - Frazier Area, you might make a stop by sights like Carver State Bank and Laurel Grove North Cemetery.
Yamacraw Village
If you're spending some time in Yamacraw Village, River Street and SCAD Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Forsyth Park.