Savannah Guidebook
Food scene
Need a drink? Cool down at this amazing hotspot with a Savannah-style daiquiri.
63 locals recommend
Wet Willie's
16 Tybrisa StNeed a drink? Cool down at this amazing hotspot with a Savannah-style daiquiri.
Some of the best country food you'll have on this side of Georgia
37 locals recommend
The Lady and Sons
102 W Congress StSome of the best country food you'll have on this side of Georgia
Best low county boil in Savannah. Prices are very reasonable and the flavors are immaculate!
Bobo Seafood Market
2800 Montgomery StBest low county boil in Savannah. Prices are very reasonable and the flavors are immaculate!
Historic River Street Sweets on Historic River Street. Try our World Famous Pralines
34 locals recommend
River Street Sweets
13 E River StHistoric River Street Sweets on Historic River Street. Try our World Famous Pralines
Barnes Restaurant
5320 Waters AveVic's On the River
26 E Bay StHuey's
115 East River StreetTreylor Park
115 E Bay StB. Matthew's Eatery
325 East Bay StreetThe Grove
301 W Congress StThis historic ice cream parlor has been nationally acclaimed and is the best ice cream in the south east. Be prepared, the line is ALWAYS long, but it is worth it.
161 locals recommend
Leopold's Ice Cream
212 E Broughton StThis historic ice cream parlor has been nationally acclaimed and is the best ice cream in the south east. Be prepared, the line is ALWAYS long, but it is worth it.
The Shrimp Factory
313 E River StThe Olde Pink House
23 Abercorn StATTN: PLEASE CALL AHEAD!
This place has some of the best-fried chicken. ALWAYS MADE FRESH!
6 locals recommend
Geneva's Famous Chicken and Cornbread Co.
1909 East Victory DriveATTN: PLEASE CALL AHEAD!
This place has some of the best-fried chicken. ALWAYS MADE FRESH!
Pizza anyone? Grab a slice while relaxing in the square of downtown Savannah.
116 locals recommend
Vinnie Van GoGo's
317 W Bryan StPizza anyone? Grab a slice while relaxing in the square of downtown Savannah.
Sightseeing
Check out Georgia's first saltwater aquarium! Great for kids and families.
9 locals recommend
UGA Marine Education Center and Aquarium
30 Ocean Science CirCheck out Georgia's first saltwater aquarium! Great for kids and families.
Get a chance to see dolphins flip and whales swim at Tybee Island
119 locals recommend
Tybee Beach Pier and Pavilion
Tybrisa StreetGet a chance to see dolphins flip and whales swim at Tybee Island
about 160 feral horses today roam freely on Cumberland Island, part of Georgia's Golden Isles, just north of Amelia Island, Florida, and south of Jekyll Island, Georgia.
20 locals recommend
Cumberland Island
about 160 feral horses today roam freely on Cumberland Island, part of Georgia's Golden Isles, just north of Amelia Island, Florida, and south of Jekyll Island, Georgia.
Beautiful historic Forsyth park is where a lot of activities happen. Enjoy a picnic or live music and drinks in this beautiful park
400 locals recommend
Forsyth Park
2 W Gaston StBeautiful historic Forsyth park is where a lot of activities happen. Enjoy a picnic or live music and drinks in this beautiful park
Tybee Island Light Station And Museum
30 Meddin DrThis historic street is unique in all its ways. It's cobblestones are centuries old and its restaurants and stores are very well known. please wear your walking shoes.
196 locals recommend
River Street Savannah Georgia
River StreetThis historic street is unique in all its ways. It's cobblestones are centuries old and its restaurants and stores are very well known. please wear your walking shoes.
City/town information
Travelers love Tybee Island!! There are so many fun things to do on tybee and it is the first of a cluster of islands that savannah has to offer!
300 locals recommend
Tybee Island
Travelers love Tybee Island!! There are so many fun things to do on tybee and it is the first of a cluster of islands that savannah has to offer!
Pooler is just 20 mins outside of Savannah and has so many things to offer from the shopping outlets of Tanger to exquisite restaurants.
19 locals recommend
Pooler
Pooler is just 20 mins outside of Savannah and has so many things to offer from the shopping outlets of Tanger to exquisite restaurants.
Only 45 minute away from the city, enjoy a relaxing day in South Carolina!
106 locals recommend
Hilton Head Island
Only 45 minute away from the city, enjoy a relaxing day in South Carolina!
Traveler advice
Getting around
Going downtown? Drive or use ride-share services
We're only about 3 miles from Forsyth Park and 4.5 miles from River Street. There are a lot of parking decks and street parking spaces available. However, get there early on the weekends if you're driving because the street parking goes fast!
What to pack
Comfortable walking shoes
Savannah is an extremely walkable city. Wear comfortable walking shoes, especially if going to River Street. There are lots of areas that are made of cobblestones. Watch your step and take your time!
Ways to save
Most outdoor activities/sights are FREE
There are a ton of free and beautiful sights to see in Savannah including Tybee Island (beach vibes), Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, Savannah free walking tour, etc.
Ways to save
Like Museums? See 3 at discounted prices
The Coastal Heritage Society has a "See 3" program where you can visit 3 museums in 3 days. Check them out here: https://shop.chsgeorgia.org/SelectSKU.aspx?skuid=1002731.
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Check out Museums for All for free or reduced admission if you receive SNAP benefits. https://museums4all.org/#