Travel Guide of Savannah in United States by Influencers and Travelers
Savannah is the oldest city in the U.S. state of Georgia and is the county seat of Chatham County. Established in 1733 on the Savannah River, the city of Savannah became the British colonial capital of the Province of Georgia and later the first state capital of Georgia.
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1 - Forsyth Park
Forsyth Park is a large city park that occupies 30 acres in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia. The park is bordered by Gaston Street on the North, Drayton Street on the East, Park Avenue on the South and Whitaker Street on the West.
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2 - Bonaventure Cemetery
6 km away
Bonaventure Cemetery is a rural cemetery located on a scenic bluff of the Wilmington River, east of Savannah, Georgia. The cemetery became famous when it was featured in the 1994 novel Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt, and in the subsequent movie, directed by Clint Eastwood, based on the book.
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3 - Sightseeing Cruises in Savannah
You will receive an incredible experience to see Georgia's historic "First City" and her thriving port from the water's unique perspective. Decked out in traditional red, white and blue these towering riverboats are a staple along Savannah's historic riverfront. Hear our Captain’s intriguing tales and historic facts about our modern port and the ships that visit from all over the world. Then make your way down river to Old Fort Jackson, home of one of the largest and oldest original artillery pieces in the country! Take advantage of the great photo opportunities of Savannah’s historic riverfront and skyline. Bar & Grille available on top deck.
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4 - Colonial Park Cemetery
Colonial Park Cemetery is a historic cemetery located in downtown Savannah, Georgia. It became a city park in 1896, 43 years after burials in the cemetery ceased.
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5 - Savannah Historic District
The Savannah Historic District is a large urban U.S. historic district that roughly corresponds to the pre-civil war city limits of Savannah, Georgia.
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6 - Mountain Bike Tours in Savannah
Touring Savannah by bike is the most efficient way to see the city! Cover a lot of ground, including most of the historic district, with greater efficiency and less fatigue. Enjoy the freedom of exploring the quiet, lesser-known streets that link well-worn paths. Journey up-close and personal to destinations along the way, stopping for awhile to admire and photograph Savannah’s beauty as you learn of its history. A bike tour is the fittest, greenest way to see our beautiful and laid-back city and our quiet, fume-free ride is ideal. We strive to be the best experience of your time in Savannah. With seats worth more than the bikes they sit on. Yes, the bike may hit a bump, but our seats won't! Our bikes all have front baskets for you to bring along personal items. We provide bottles of water for each participant. Have bug spray and sunscreen available if customer's want. A restroom at the shop for before or after the tour. And the best tour guides in the city! Adults and Kids welcome!
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7 - Telfair Academy
The Telfair Academy is a historic mansion at 121 Barnard Street in Savannah, Georgia. It was designed by William Jay and built in 1818, and is one of a small number of Jay's surviving works. It is one of three sites owned by Telfair Museums.
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8 - Juliette Gordon Low Historic District
Juliette Gordon Low Historic District consists of three buildings—the Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace also known as Wayne-Gordon House, First Girl Scout Headquarters, which was the carriage house for the Andrew Low House, converted for use by the Girl Scouts in May–June 1912, and said Andrew Low Carriage House, is a site in Savannah, Georgia, significant for its association with Juliette Gordon Low and the founding of the Girl Scouts of the USA.
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9 - Shore Excursions in Savannah
Travel to Tybee Island for lunch on your own at the Crab Shack where the Elite Eat in their bare-feet. Board the boat for a Dolphin Cruise through Tybee Island’s-waterways. After the Dolphin Cruise we will stop by the Tybee Island Lighthouse overlooking the Atlantic Ocean for a photo opportunity before returning to Savannah.
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10 - Wormsloe Historic Site
13 km away
The Wormsloe Historic Site, informally known as Wormsloe Plantation, is a state historic site near Savannah, Georgia, in the southeastern United States.
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11 - Lazaretto Creek
16 km away
Lazaretto Creek is a small tidal river in Chatham County, Georgia. It divides Tybee Island from McQueens Island.
View on Google Maps Book this experience12 - Culinary Tour in Savannah
• Duration of tour: 3 Hours • Enjoy learning the history of Savannah with desserts and non-alcoholic drinks included. • Visit the famous Cheesecake Market at Tondee’s Tavern, and learn the history behind the famous Mabel’s on Ellis Square. Also visit or dear friends at Blends on Broughton Street for coffee cake & coffee and Odin and Sons on Wright Square for Macarons. Next, head to City Market to visit Savannah’s Candy Kitchen for Praline samples and cookie samples from Byrd’s Famous Cookie Co. Finish your tour up at Dub’s Public House on the Historic Riverfront for hand made browinies and ice cream. • Name of the city where the tour departs: Historic Downtown Savannah Georgia * Alcoholic beverages are not included in the ticket price. * Restaurants are subject to change.
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13 - Tybee Island
26 km away
Tybee Island is a city and a barrier island located in Chatham County, Georgia, 18 miles east of Savannah, United States. Though the name "Tybee Island" is used for both the island and the city, geographically they are not identical: only part of the island's territory lies within the city.
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14 - Bluffton
28 km away
Bluffton is a Lowcountry town in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. It is primarily located around U.S. Route 278, between Hilton Head Island and Interstate 95.
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15 - Hilton Head Island
43 km away
Hilton Head Island, sometimes referred to as simply Hilton Head, is a Lowcountry resort town and barrier island in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. It is 20 miles northeast of Savannah, Georgia, and 95 miles southwest of Charleston.
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