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.
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.
Mercer Williams House Museum
You can study the exhibits at Mercer Williams House Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Savannah. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Old Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Not free. What I bought was good
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Desoto Savannah
The staff was wonderful, checking in and out super easy. Room 202 enamel on the bathtub needs to be fixed. Great location to our venue.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Staybridge Suites Savannah Historic District by IHG
Great environment, very professional help. They are always looking to assist you with anything that you may need, doesn’t matter what you need to make sure they get it for you and they have great recommendations. The hotel doesn’t see much the outside but once you see the inside and the rooms and ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
The hotel was lovely with art and shops throughout the property. The room was nice and cozy.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Cambria Hotel Savannah Downtown Historic District
Great service and comfortable stay, very quiet. Thank you Ricardo, Jr for the valet service.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Best Western Savannah Historic District
Excelentent staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
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 Abercorn Street.
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.
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.
