Things To Do
Old Town Trolley Tours of Savannah
With this hop-on hop-off trolley tour of Savannah, a trolley departs every 15 minutes, so you’re never stuck waiting too long for a ride. Pass over 100 iconic sites, plus enjoy exploring with 15 stops including City Market, River Street, and other areas. This is an ideal choice for first-time visitors to Savannah.
Ghosts & Gravestones Tour Savannah
The afterlife is alive and well in Savannah. Experience it for yourself on a Ghosts and Gravestones trolley ride through this grand old Southern city. Tour the streets, passing former battlegrounds, historic cemeteries, and old mansions infiltrated with the supernatural. Make a nighttime stop at legendary River Street, a hot-spot for wandering spirits. Your guide will regale you with stories of Savannah's sinister deeds and nefarious characters along the way.
Savannah Riverboat Cruises
Enjoy a 90-minute narrated sightseeing cruise in Savannah aboard this traditional riverboat. Hear our Captain’s intriguing tales and historic facts about our modern port and the ships that visit from all over the world. As a bonus you'll pass by Old Fort Jackson, one of the oldest artillery pieces in the country.
Forsyth Park
This 30-acre park is nestled in the Historic Landmark District and is known for its Spanish moss draped oak trees, pedestrian/jogger-friendly sidewalks and the iconic fountain. The park's great fountain is one of Savannah's most recognizable landmarks and is the perfect spot to snap a photo! Within Forsyth Park, you'll find a cafe, a visitor information center, two memorials, a Fragrant Garden for the Blind and two playgrounds to accommodate children of all ages. On Saturday mornings, a lively Farmer's Market takes over the south end of the park.
River Street
Running alongside the Savannah River in the Waterfront district is River Street, a lively area perfect for afternoon strolls. The cobblestone street is lined with more than 75 souvenir shops, galleries, restaurants and pubs housed in old cotton warehouses. It's also the place to go for pub crawls, making it attractive to party-seekers, and thus, slightly less family-friendly after dark. Plus, the area comes alive with street musicians after the sun sets.
City Market
Savannah City Market is one of the areas must-see spots! Meet some of the city’s emerging artists, listen to live music, shop at some of the local boutiques, visit the American Prohibition Museum, or dine at one of their premier restaurants. This family-friendly attraction offers something for everyone!
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Right up there with Forsyth Park and River Street, Wormsloe State Historic Site is one of Savannah's top attractions. Even if you never heard of the site, you've likely seen it in pictures: its star attraction is the mile-long avenue leading to the former plantation, which is lined on both sides by towering live oak trees dressed in Spanish moss.
The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
Towering over Lafayette Square in the Historic District, the Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist's Gothic towers should lure in any architecture buff. The original cathedral was established in 1799 by the first French colonists to arrive in the area. The brick structure you see today is not the original (since its founding, the church moved locations and was partially rebuilt following a fire in 1898), but the cathedral still impresses visitors with its imposing spires, Italian marble altar and stunning stained-glass windows. What's more, a Catholic cathedral of this size is a bit of a rarity in the South, where Catholicism is not the dominant religion.
Tybee Island Beach
When you've had your fill of ghost stories, green squares and historic homes, head to Tybee Island. Just a half-hour east of the Historic District, Tybee Island is home to 5 miles of beachfront, the famous Tybee Island Light Station and the Marine Science Center, among other attractions.
Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Island is 50 minutes outside of Savannah, GA and is a stunning and picturesque location where it houses world-class golf courses and is known for its coastal beauty. Visitors should not miss out on staying on the island as it features numerous marina restaurants and boutiques.