Historic Downtown Savannah Travel Guide

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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

£32
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise

£47
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Savannah: Sightseeing Lunch Cruise
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

£70
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour

Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour

£26
per adult
Charlotte's Guided Open-Air Minibus History&Sightseeing Tour
Tourists inside the American Prohibition Museum in Savannah

The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket

£15
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The American Prohibition Museum Entrance Ticket
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

Hyatt Regency Savannah

Hyatt Regency Savannah

4 out of 5
2 W Bay St Savannah GA
The price is £137 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£137
2 Aug - 3 Aug
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
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 £99 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£99
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (2,242 reviews)
"Awesome hotel. Location is perfect for enjoying the river walk area and historic area."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 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 £120 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£120
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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
Fully refundable
The price is £148 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£148
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (2,069 reviews)
"Ive traveled extensively gor 60+ years. This is one of my very fav hotels. TOP NOTCH IM EVERY RESPECT!!!! And, an un believable value."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 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 £216 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£216
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
ANDAZ SAVANNAH, BY HYATT

ANDAZ SAVANNAH, BY HYATT

4 out of 5
14 Barnard St Savannah GA
The price is £158 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£158
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Savannah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
ANDAZ SAVANNAH, BY HYATT
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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 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 Island Miniature Golf and Games 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 sunset over a calm lake with a wooden pier and a boat.
Photo by Erick Sillitoe
Open Photo by Erick Sillitoe

Whitemarsh Island

When in Whitemarsh Island, you can plan a visit to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Savannah Bend Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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