Southside Travel Guide
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 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.
SCAD Museum of Art
You can study the exhibits at SCAD Museum of Art, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
Hilton Head Island: Sunset Dolphin Cruise
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Old Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour
Horse Drawn Daytime Group Narrated Historic Overview Tour
Top hotels in Southside
The Desoto Savannah
The room was extremely clean as well as the linens.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Everything was great, the pool is a little outdated, but we had a great time.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
The Extra charges after arriving
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Very nice. Clean rooms. Great staff.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
The staff was clueless. Moved rooms due to issues. Out keys were always being disconnected. The couple we traveled with were given keys to our room “by mistake”. Our “upgraded room” was under a conf room or restaurant that had people moving things around two nights in a row at 4:00am. Then they claimed ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Savannah Downtown/Historic District
The greeting at the front desk was most welcoming. All staff were quick to help and provide directions. I felt welcomed and appreciated there. The hotel is in a really good location in proximity to downtwon Savannah too.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
Montgomery
While there might not be top attractions in Montgomery, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Butter Bean Beach and Wormsloe Historic Site.
Isle of Hope Historic District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Isle of Hope Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Isle of Hope Marina or Wormsloe Historic Site.
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.
Dutch Island
While there might not be top attractions in Dutch Island, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marine Education Center and Aquarium and Isle of Hope Marina.
Thunderbolt
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Thunderbolt. You might want to make time for a stop at Bonaventure Cemetery or Angela Beasley's Puppet People.
