Thunderbolt Travel Guide
Savannah
Visit Thunderbolt
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
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
Old Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour
Horse Drawn Daytime Group Narrated Historic Overview Tour
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Narrated Port Tour Cruise of Savannah
Top hotels in Thunderbolt
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Lovely hotel & perfect location on the waterfront close to shops, dining & parks. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
The Desoto Savannah
Check in and check out were fast and easy. Room was big on the 13th floor with great city view but dusty and need renovation. . At 2 pm all bars in the hotel were closed. Valey tried to park my car in the hotel for 48.5 USD per night but I parked it at the public parking for 34 USD total 3 days.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Property under construction. Only one elevator was in service.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Here’s a clean, polished review you can post: We were driving down to Florida but realized we would arrive way too early since our Airbnb check in wasn’t until 3 PM the next day. Instead of driving through the night and getting there at 3 or 5 in the morning with nowhere to go, we decided to stop ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Beach House Resort Hilton Head
Just had a wonderful stay at The Beach House in a patio room! Kiki at the front desk was super welcoming and helpful! The room was clean and had updated decor. Will most definitely be back!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
This is the best hotel in Savannah!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Thunderbolt
Whitemarsh Island
When in Whitemarsh Island, you can plan a visit to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Savannah Bend Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dutch Island
While there might not be top attractions in Dutch Island, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wormsloe Historic Site and Bonaventure Cemetery.
Midtown
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Starland District to Grayson Stadium – discover Midtown, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Blackshear
While Blackshear may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like River Street and Savannah River.
Eastside
Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Lafayette Square.
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.
