Georgia’s second-biggest city is every bit as charming & hospitable as its nickname “The Hostess City of the South” implies.

With its beautiful 18th-century architecture, dripping Spanish moss, delectable food, and variety of things to do, there’s no doubt that spending one day in Savannah, GA, is always worth it.

Here's how to make the most of one day in this must-see destination.

Savannah

A Perfect Day in Savannah, GA

Savannah, GA

Marie and Steve's Trip

69 of our favorite restaurants, stays, and things to see in Savannah.

Savannah, GA, USA

Complete Guide to Savannah, Georgia

Welcome to my completely unorganized but oh-so-helpful map of Savannah! An absolute smorgasbord of my own travels and research, suggestions from friends and strangers, and many treasures found along the way, this is where I compile all things Savannah for my future trips and yours. Things I particularly love that you’ll find a lot of:
☕️ Coffee shops & bakeries
🌮 Local cuisine
🏛️ Museums of all kinds
🌳 Gardens & parks
🛏️ Boutique hotels
🍕 Small regional chains with good reputations

All my guides in this category are $5 per 100 places included, but since I add to these constantly, you can lock down the lowest price today and gain a lifetime access!

Georgia, USA

Savannah GA

Savannah is Georgia's first city est. 1733 and is still an important city for shipping, commerce, and tourism. Visit here for a romantic feel of cobblestone streets, trees covered in Spanish moss, and a walkable downtown filled with beautiful park squares. The seafood, entertainment, and historic landmarks are top notch, all listed in this guide.

Special weekends include St. Patrick's Day (one of the largest celebrations in the country) and 4th of July with it's firework show over the river!

Tybee Island, GA, USA

Fort Pulaski National Monument, Fort Pulaski Road, Savannah, GA, USA

Weekend Getaway in Savannah and Tybee Island

Why spend hours trying to find where to go? I’ve got it all here. Included is a list of mapped places to stay from RVs sites to luxury hotels, historic places to see, fun places to go, and best places to eat. Plenty of options. 

Three days in Savannah Georgia 

The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist

Built in 1873, this is a beautiful church to visit. They are also open to visitors for Sunday mass if you would like.

Stunning houses of worship with options for self-guided or docent-led tours.

The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist

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