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

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: 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 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: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

£46
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise
Genteel & Bard Savannah History & Ghost Tours

Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

£26
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour
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 £136 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
£136
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! (3,983 reviews)
"This place was the icing on the cake. Beautiful place. Perfect location for our trip. My kids loved the view of the river and the view of the river walk. The staff was friendly. Very clean and smelled inviting. We will continue staying here on our travels to Savannah. ❤️"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Savannah
River Street Inn

River Street Inn

4 out of 5
124 E. Bay Street Savannah GA
The price is £155 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
£155
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,207 reviews)
"What a nice hotel! The room was spacious, lots of lightening and usb ports for charging. The decor was amazing, the bed was comfortable, good water pressure and nice big towels. The location was excellent along the water front. An excellent stay all around. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

River Street Inn
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 £142 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
£142
22 Sept - 23 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! (2,363 reviews)
"The hotel was pretty clean, with only a few concerns in the hallways and the room. The staff was very friendly and overall it was a nice place to stay. It was also very close to many restaurants, so a car wasn't necessary."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
The DeSoto

The DeSoto

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is £146 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£146
27 Sept - 28 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! (3,118 reviews)
"The location was excellent. When we checked in there was a problem with my credit card, but they kept swiping causing a fraud alert. Fun. No coffee in the room and limited serve hours downstairs at the coffee shop. Some friendly staff, but seriously"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

The DeSoto
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 £321 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£321
18 Oct - 19 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! (1,562 reviews)
"nice location but we called three ties to get some landury bags before checking out and noone showed up with the bags"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Perry Lane Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Savannah

Perry Lane Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Savannah

5 out of 5
256 E Perry Street Savannah GA
The price is £268 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£268
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Savannah. Enjoy 3 bars/lounges, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel in perfect location. River streets too touristy. This hotel is an oasis near everything. And such a helpful staff. Coffee in the morning is free in the lobby bar if you don’t order a special coffee!!!"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Perry Lane Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Savannah
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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 Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.

A historic building with ornate balconies and a lush garden.

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 Marine Education Center and Aquarium and Oatland Island Wildlife Center 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.

Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide

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