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Founded in 1733, Georgia’s first city had become a major cotton marketplace by the time the Civil War broke out. Therefore, Savannah was the ultimate quest for General Sherman who presented it to President Lincoln as a Christmas present in 1864 following his infamous March to the Sea. The port city, which has a population of over 131,000, is known today for its historic 21 squares, impeccable inns, Low Country cuisine and huge St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, the second largest in the United States. The home of writers Flannery O’Connor and Conrad Aiken and composer Johnny Mercer, Savannah has risen to new acclaim in recent years with John Berendt’s best-selling novel Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, based on a true story and made into a movie. Historic antebellum homes line the streets of downtown Savannah, framed by trees covered in Spanish moss. Home to over 200 festivals each year, Savannah is a perfect host for your family vacation, corporate event, romantic getaway, group tour or solo expedition. The Historic District is about one mile square, ideal for walking and window shopping. Take a casual stroll by Savannah’s many museums, galleries, antique shops, churches, and secret gardens. Try several of the dozens of amazing restaurants offering everything from fresh seafood and down-home Southern fare to exquisite gourmet creations and sumptuous desserts. Take a 20-minute drive out to Tybee Island, where you can spend the day at Fort Pulaski or the Tybee Lighthouse and Museum…or you can simply enjoy the glorious stretch of sandy beach reaching out to the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. For shopaholics, Savannah offers 2 large malls on the south end of town: Oglethorpe Mall with anchor stores Macy’s, Belk, Sears and JCPenney, and the Savannah Mall which offers Bass Pro Shop, Dillards, Target and Burlington Coat Factory. If you’re an outlet shopper, the Tanger Outlets of Hilton Head, SC are just a 45-minute drive north of Savannah. The Historic District offers plenty of souvenir shopping as well as eclectic, designer, vintage, and chain retailers and antique stores. Although the city is a bustling center of culture and progress, Savannah residents constantly work to preserve its history and unique character. Strict zoning requirements, façade restrictions, building usage terms and a common desire to hold on to the beauty and mystery of days gone by help to ensure the preservation of this charming and alluring Southern city. For complete listings of accommodations, restaurants, and attractions, visit www.savannahnow.com, www.savannah-visit.com or www.savannahchamber.com. You can call the Savannah Area Convention and Visitors Bureau at 1-877-SAVANNAH, or the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce at 912-644-6400. You may fly to directly into Savannah International Airport (SAV). Jacksonville, Florida’s airport (JAX) may be a bit more cost-efficient, and is a 2 1/2-hour drive from Savannah. |
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Accomodations: Fairfield Inn by Marriott (Midtown) AARP/AAA discounts, 10-15 minutes south of Historic District, close to shopping mall. 2 Lee Boulevard. 1-800-228-2800 www.fairfieldinn.com Hilton Savannah DeSoto (Downtown, 2 blocks from Savannah Theatre) 15 East Liberty Street. 1-800-426-8483 www.desotohilton.com See Mr. B at the concierge desk...he REALLY knows Savannah! Hampton Inn (Downtown, 5 minute drive, 15 minute walk to Savannah Theatre) New! 201 MLK Jr. Boulevard. 1-800-HAMPTON, or (912) 721-1600. Opened 2006. Immaculate! Ask for Nancy! Hyatt Regency Savannah (Downtown, right on the river) 2 West Bay Street 1-800-233-1234 Doubletree (Downtown, 5 minute drive, 15 minute walk to Savannah Theatre) Prime location, 411 West Bay Street. 1-800-222-TREE or (912) 790-7000. Near Savannah's City Market, Paula Deen's restaurant The Lady and Sons, and all the shops and sights on River and Broughton Streets. Complimentary wireless internet. Ballastone Inn (Downtown B&B, 5 minute walk to Savannah Theatre) 14 East Oglethorpe. (912) 236-1484 President’s Quarters Inn (Downtown B&B) 225 E. President Street. 1-800-233-1776 www.presidentsquarters.com River’s End Campground and RV Park (Tybee Island) 915 Polk Street. 1-800-786-1016 Most major hotel and motel chains have locations in Savannah.
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Our favorite restaurants: Mrs. Wilkes' Dining Room 107 West Jones Street. Our FAVORITE, a real "taste of Savannah"! Great Southern cookin', served family-style...scrumptious fried chicken, unbelievable mac-n-cheese, every veggie you can imagine, fresh-baked biscuits and cornbread, sweet tea, and heavenly banana pudding! WORTH THE WAIT! Open for weekday lunch only, line starts forming around 10:30AM. CASH ONLY, $16 per person. Say hi to Ronnie, Marcia and Ryon for us! http://mrswilkes.com . Check out President Obama stopping by for lunch: http://savannahnow.com/latest-news/2010-03-03/video-president-obama-dines-mrs-wilkes . Six Pence Pub 245 Bull Street, just across the square from Savannah Theatre. Featured in the movie Something to Talk About with Julia Roberts and Dennis Quaid. Awesome potato salad, baked brie, and delicious desserts! Open late, so plan to stop here after the show for yummy munchies. http://sixpencepub.com Clary’s Cafe There are 2 locations! The one featured in the movie Midnight In the Garden of Good and Evil is at 404 Abercorn Street. They’re open for breakfast and lunch. Something on the menu for everyone, and very reasonably priced! Second location is at 4430 Habersham. Have the “Oglethorpe” for breakfast or brunch and you’re good for the whole afternoon! www.facebook.com/pages/Clarys-Cafe The Pirate’s House, a Savannah tradition. 15 separate dining areas. Buffet or menu. Buffet (about $15) usually includes delicious Honey-Pecan fried chicken, Shrimp and Crab Au Gratin, collard greens, super-rich macaroni and cheese, and of course, Georgia Pecan Pie. Located at East Broad and Bay Street. Make a reservation for a large group! 912-233-5757 Ghost hunters, it’s HAUNTED! http://thepirateshouse.com Mellow Mushroom, 11 West Liberty Street. Pizza, salads, calzones. About 2 blocks from Savannah Theatre. Eat-in, carryout or delivery! 912-495-0705 Tangerine Fusion & Sushi Bar, 11215 Abercorn Street, on Savannah's south side. Unique atmosphere, beautifully prepared dishes. Try the crunchy roll! (912) 920-5504 www.tangerinefusion.com Loco’s Deli and Pub, 301 West Broughton Street. Try the wings, burgers, or the Gobbler sandwich! 2nd location near the Oglethorpe Mall on the Southside. Don's Famous Bar-B-Q, Pooler. Just minutes from the airport, and less than a mile from I-95 when you exit on Highway 80 West. Scrumptious Carolina barbecue, no frills, and the price is right! Cash only. Lady & Sons, 102 West Congress Street. Food Network celebrity Paula Deen and her sons Jamie and Bobby Deen offer a variety of good ol’ Southern dishes. Enjoy a buffet with everything from fried chicken, fried green tomatoes and rich mac-n-cheese to banana pudding and gooey butter cakes! http://ladyandsons.com Savannah also has many popular chain restaurants, including Carrabba’s, Outback Steakhouse, Olive Garden, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, Five Guys Burgers, The Melting Pot, Kyoto Miyabi, Applebee’s, Chili’s, Tony Roma’s, Red Lobster, Macaroni Grill, Longhorn Steakhouse, Panera Bread, Bonefish Grill, Texas Roadhouse, Atlanta Bread Company, Bennigan’s, Fuddruckers, Picadilly Cafeteria, Sticky Fingers, Starbucks and more. |
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Things to do: Take a walking, trolley, or horse-drawn carriage tour of the Historic District. Carriage Tours of Savannah 912-236-6756. Old Savannah Tours Voted Savannah’s best! 1-800-517-9007 All-day, unlimited on-off tours in open-air trolleys, limos and motorcoaches. Specialized tours such as ghost tours, group charters, and overviews are available. Walking Tours 1-888-SAV-WALK Featured on the Today show, Travel Channel, and TLC. Reservations required. Spend an hour or two down by the River visiting the shops and restaurants of River Street and Factor’s Walk. Stop by for a picture with the statue of the “Waving Girl”, a tribute to Florence Martus. Martus, (1887-1931), greeted every ship entering Savannah by waving a cloth, searching for her lost lover. Stop by Savannah’s City Market, a four-block area of restored restaurants, taverns, galleries, and shops. Jefferson and St. Julian Streets. Stroll through or relax on a bench and people-watch in gorgeous Forsyth Park, located downtown between Drayton and Whitaker Streets.
Hit the beach! www.tybeevisit.com 1-800-868-BEACH 20 minutes from downtown Savannah, Tybee Island and Beach offers fun for the whole family, including fishing, kayaking, dolphin tours, nature trails, a marine science center, biking, historical sites, and plenty of sun and sand. Take yourself out to the ballgame! SAVANNAH SANDGNATS (AAA, same league as the Hickory Crawdads!) play at historic Grayson Stadium where Babe Ruth and Mickey Mantle played! www.sandgnats.com 912-351-9150 Immerse yourself in Savannah’s history! In addition to dozens of historic homes and the 21 squares in the downtown area, check out: Wormsloe Historic Site, 7601 Skidaway Road. 912-353-3023 www.gastateparks.org Fort Pulaski National Monument, Hwy. 80 East, www.nps.gov/fopu Fort McAllister State Historic Park/camping, Exit 90 off of I-95. Abut 24 miles south of Savannah. 1-800-864-7275 Bonaventure Cemetery Final resting place for many of Savannah’s most famous residents. 912-651-6843.
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GOLF, anyone? Savannah hosted the 2006 Senior PGA tour at The Club at Savannah Harbor, which is right across the River from the Historic District.
The Wilmington Island Golf Club (15 minutes from Downtown) 912-897-1612 Southbridge Golf Club by architect Rees Jones. (15 minutes from downtown) 912-651-5545 |
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SEE A SHOW!!! Showtime at Savannah Theatre is 8PM Wednesday through Saturday and 3PM Saturday and Sunday! (some Tuesdays in spring, fall, and in December) Call 912-233-7764 to book your tickets! |