Historic Downtown Savannah
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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
Narrated Harbor Luncheon Riverboat Cruise
Savannah Haunted Tour : Ghosts & Gravestones
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
Bonaventure Cemetery and Wormsloe State Historic Site Tour
Self-Guided Savannah Walking Audio Tour
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Room was very clean and the hotel was beautiful.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Desoto Savannah
Great location!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Location was great and we got a good deal there. There was some construction going on at the time I was there, but no big deal
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
The staff were wonderful, attentive and helpful. They made sure we saw the beauty of Savannah
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG
Great experience staying here. Pleasant helpful staff, free breakfast, clean and comfortable rooms.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites Savannah Downtown / Historic District
Great stay, staff was great!!!
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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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.
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 Bull Street Library.
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.
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.
