Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide

Savannah

A brick archway, a playground with slides, and a brick building in the background.
A row of historic brick buildings with arched windows and a black wrought iron fence.
A row of red brick townhouses with green shutters, a car parked on the street, and a tree in the foreground.
A pedestrian bridge over a canal with cars parked below.
A historic building with a balcony, a street with cyclists, and pedestrians.

Stay near popular Historic Downtown Savannah attractions

A brick building with a striped awning and a sign that reads "River House Seafood".

River Street

9.2/10 (18,692 reviews)
Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.
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Things to do

Old town trolley touring the historic district of Savannah

Savannah Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour

£30
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Savannah Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

£31
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Savannah Historical Guided Open-Air Minibus Cruiser- Free Parking

Savannah Historical Guided Open-Air Minibus Cruiser- Free Parking

£26
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Savannah Historical Guided Open-Air Minibus Cruiser- Free Parking
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

£68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

£46
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise
Picture 1 for Activity Savannah History Guided Open Air Cruiser Tour - Free Parking

Savannah History Guided Open Air Cruiser Tour - Free Parking

£15
per adult
Savannah History Guided Open Air Cruiser Tour - Free Parking
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is £134 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
£134
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,943 reviews)
"Great over night stay on our way home from Florida. Perfect location, friendly staff, good amenities."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG

4 out of 5
201 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is £140 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£140
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,351 reviews)
"There was an odd musky smell in the room, but that could’ve been from the lack of ventilation and condensation from the AC. For the most part, room was good, there was something around the fridge and a lot of moisture on the ground there as well, but nothing serious. Great spot for the price, staff ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District

5 out of 5
400 W RIVER ST Savannah GA
The price is £344 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£344
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 12 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,565 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Perfect for a quick getaway."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
River Street Inn

River Street Inn

4 out of 5
124 E. Bay Street Savannah GA
Fully refundable
The price is £148 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£148
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in ...
River Street Inn
The DeSoto

The DeSoto

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is £170 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£170
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,107 reviews)
"Don’t book! Unhelpful and disappointing"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

The DeSoto
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square

3.5 out of 5
29 Abercorn St Savannah GA
The price is £126 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
£126
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,005 reviews)
"Not fancy but fit the area nicely,perfect area to tour on foot comfortably"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
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Where to stay in Historic Downtown Savannah

Find the best Historic Downtown Savannah areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Historic Downtown Savannah
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A river with a white boat, a large golden dome building, and a mix of modern and historic architecture along the waterfront.

Historic District - North

If you're spending some time in Historic District - North, River Street and Savannah Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

A row of yellow and white colonial-style houses with green shutters and white trim, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick pathway.

Midtown

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Starland District to Grayson Stadium – discover Midtown, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A lighthouse, a water tower, and a residential area with houses and greenery.

Wilmington Island

Visitors to Wilmington Island appreciate its beaches. A visit to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Tybee National Wildlife Refuge might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

A tree-lined road with moss-covered trees and a water body on the side.
Photo by Erick Sillitoe
Open Photo by Erick Sillitoe

Moon River District

While visiting Moon River District, you might make a stop by sights like Butter Bean Beach and Wormsloe Historic Site.

A park with a central fountain, benches, and trees with Spanish moss.

Eastside

Though Eastside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like River Street and Mercer Williams House Museum.

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