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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
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.
Things to do
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
Old Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour
Tybee Island Day at the Beach Experience from Savannah
Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
nothing really to save; i have room facing street, a bit noisy
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
The Desoto Savannah
Very friendly front desk staff! Room 321: Bathtub/shower area was not thoroughly cleaned prior to my stay (Hair in tub) No fridge & no microwave in the room :( Overall good stay
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Yes great hotel
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Our stay was fabulous!! Loved our room, great location, staff was so polite and helpful, really appreciated the 30.00 meal vouchers, used them all and the food was fabulous, loved the lobby displays and location of hotel is so accessible to everything else on the Riverfront. We have stayed here twice ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG
The front staff was friendly and knowledgeable about my state tax exemption form. Many hotel associates are not familiar *I still haven't settled up yet but I'll let you know tomorrow
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites Savannah Downtown / Historic District
My stay was great! The room was clean and all the staff was great!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
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.
Old West Broad Neighborhood
While visiting Old West Broad Neighborhood, you might make a stop by sights like Georgia State Railroad Museum and Savannah Children's Museum.
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.
