Planning a getaway? Check out Savannah, Georgia — a staple of Southern hospitality.
RICtoday City Editor Robin here. When my family drove south to check out Savannah, I fell in love with the live oak trees and Spanish moss lining the sidewalks, the diverse cuisine, and the art around every corner.
Why go?
- There’s something for everyone in Savannah — and it’s easy to navigate through different neighborhoods. We traveled by foot, but there’s also a free trolley bus for popular sites in the Historic District.
- In March, Savannah Stopover attracts musicians headed to Austin for South by Southwest for a vibrant, intimate preview at a lower price. You can also see one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades in the county — and enjoy the party that continues for days — with a springtime visit.
- Check out 10 Must-Dos for First Time Visitors from Visit Savannah and Travel + Leisure’s insight into the foodie scene for more tips.
- If you follow foodie news, you may know that contemporary farm-to-table restaurant Common Thread (122 E. 37th St.) made it on Bon Appétit’s list of the 50 Best New Restaurants in 2022.
Act like a local
- Food: Sample fish croquettes (and your choice of what’s in season) at the 1938 bus terminal-turned restaurant The Grey, $16
- Dessert: Grab a scoop of Leopold’s Ice Cream (in business since 1919), $5.50
- Shop: Pick up something sweet + buzzworthy as a souvenir from Savannah Bee Company, $8
- Outdoors: Plot a walking route to a few of the 22 squares — there’s history around every corner.
- Learn: Take a tour of the nation’s oldest Black church — the First African Baptist Church, $15
- Listen: Catch a show at Victory North in the Starland District to hear local tunes in an old ice factory.
- Explore: Take in the art + soul of Savannah at City Market, where you can shop handmade jewelry and accessories from local artisans.
Where to stay [3-4 options]:
- Vrbo: Historic row home steps from Forsyth Park (~$262/night)
- Airbnb: A cozy condo close to shopping hotspots (~$191/night)
- Splurge hotel: The Drayton Hotel (~$500/night)
