Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Forsyth Park
With peaceful walking paths, sporting areas and grassy lawns, this large city park in downtown Savannah is perfect for a day outside.
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
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Savannah Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
Savannah: Midnight in the Garden Walking Tour and Pub Crawl
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Savannah's 13 Ghosts, Voodoo, Murder & Mystery Tour
Savannah Trolley Tour W/ 2-Day Unlimited Shuttle Service
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
The Desoto Savannah
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
TRYP by Wyndham Savannah Downtown/Historic District
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
ANDAZ SAVANNAH, BY HYATT
Reviewed on 19 Aug 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 The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist.
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.
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 Mercer Williams House Museum.
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.