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 cobblestone street with a tram, shops, and pedestrians.

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 Historical Guided Open-Air Minibus Cruiser- Free Parking

Savannah Historical Guided Open-Air Minibus Cruiser- Free Parking

£22
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

£69
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

£47
per adult
92% 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

£22
per adult
Savannah History Guided Open Air Cruiser Tour - Free Parking
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
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown 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 £136 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£136
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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 ...
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is £129 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£129
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
Hyatt Regency Savannah
The DeSoto

The DeSoto

4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street Savannah GA
The price is £156 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£156
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
The DeSoto
River Street Inn

River Street Inn

4 out of 5
124 E. Bay Street Savannah GA
The price is £138 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£138
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,242 reviews)
"Extraordinary service, not a speck of dust anywhere, excellent location."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

River Street Inn
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 £296 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£296
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,564 reviews)
"Unbelievable property. Will definitely will be back"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG

3 out of 5
199 E Bay St Savannah GA
The price is £138 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£138
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,778 reviews)
"Always a great stay with the best staff in Savannah!!! The Boys from Boston!!"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2026

Holiday Inn Express Savannah - Historic District by IHG
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Where to stay in 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 Lafayette Square.

Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide

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