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Georgia

Savannah's oak-lined historic squares paired with an easy beach day trip to Tybee Island.

Historic Savannah

NameInfoDetails
Forsyth ParkMust-doThe anchor green space of the historic district, famous for its fountain and shaded walking paths. A good orientation point for exploring the squares.
River StreetWalkable, shopsA cobblestone riverside strip of shops, galleries, and restaurants along the Savannah River, lively day or night.
City MarketShopping and nightlifeA historic four-block district of galleries, shops, and live music venues just off the main squares.
Telfair MuseumsArt and historyA trio of connected museums covering Savannah's art and history, a good rainy-day option.

Eating & Drinking

NameInfoDetails
The Olde Pink House$$$ · seafood, historic settingA Savannah institution set in an 18th-century mansion, known for Southern and seafood dishes and a candlelit basement tavern.
Vic's on the River$$$ · Southern fareUpscale Southern cooking inside a converted 19th-century cotton warehouse, with river views from the dining room.
The Collins Quarter$$ · brunchA downtown all-day brunch spot on Bull Street with a broad, creative menu.
Leopold's Ice Cream$ · dessert, must-doA historic ice cream parlor that regularly draws a line down the block, worth the wait for a scoop.
Jazz'd Tapas Bar$$ · live musicA tapas spot with live jazz most nights of the week, good for a later dinner with entertainment built in.

Tybee Island Day Trip

NameInfoDetails
Tybee Island Light StationMust-do · 178 stepsThe oldest and tallest lighthouse in Georgia, with a climb to the top rewarded by coastal views. Pair it with the adjoining museum.
Tybee Island BeachBeach dayA relaxed barrier-island beach about 20 minutes from downtown Savannah, a good change of pace from the historic district.
Fort ScrevenHistoric siteA former coastal defense fort on Tybee Island with old gun batteries and grounds to explore, easily combined with the lighthouse visit.