17 THINGS TO DO IN SAVANNAH

Savannah is one of the most beautiful, historic and friendly cities in Georgia that has a vibrant culture. Savannah offers something for everyone along with some of the best trips to take through its picturesque streets.

Founded in 1733, Savannah is a history buff's paradise with pirate and ghost stories, 300-year-old buildings, and more.  Savannah is located in the eastern part of Georgia and is across the Savannah River from neighboring South Carolina.

Jones Street is considered one of the Most Charming Streets in America

TAKE A WALK ON JONES STREET

You can live in a Greek Revival home on Jones Street - if you have $5.1 million dollars. You can purchase one that was built in 1848.

One thing that is not in short supply in Savannah is live oak trees draped with Spanish moss. Tip: Be careful walking down the cobblestone streets .

Forsyth Park is located in the heart of the historic district of Savannah.  

VISIT FORSYTH PARK

The wide pathways and benches make for an idyllic location to sit and relax. The green space is the perfect location for playing frisbee or practicing yoga.

James Oglethorpe designed the city before he even stepped foot in it. 

CHECK OUT THE 22 SQUARES

He designed it to protect it from the Spanish to the south and against potentially hostile Indians.

Today there are 22 squares still remaining, among them Chippewa Square, named after a skirmish in the War of 1812, home to the monument of James Oglethorpe.

Factor's Walk is the site of shops and cafes, but back in the 1800s, it was an important location for the cotton industry. 

EXPLORE FACTORS WALK

If you are on River Street, take E Upper Factors Walk. You'll walk past the Cluskey Vaults where cotton was once stored.

Across from the vaults you will see a sign for Historic Steps (you'll see several of these around River Street) and the metal steps that lead to Factors Walk.

River Street runs parallel with E Bay Street. 

STROLL RIVER STREET

Look for stairs leading down and make your way to shops, restaurants, and cool places to hang out in Savannah.

River Street was the location of the port of Savannah in the 1700s. The four and five-story buildings line the cobblestone street and used to house cotton.

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