This Georgia gem is also a great girls’ getaway destination<\/a> and the perfect city to visit if you’re looking to relax, unwind and spend hours wandering your cares away.<\/p>\n To help you make the most of your visit to this magical destination, here’s my ultimate guide to Savannah!<\/p>\n Established in 1733, Savannah is the oldest state in Georgia and as of 2019, it had a population of 144,464. Savannah used to be the capital of Georgia, until 1868, when following a vote, Atlanta became the new capital.<\/p>\n Savannah is steeped in history and there is also a lot to do and see in this picturesque town.<\/p>\n Here are my suggestions for the top 10 things to do in Savannah.<\/p>\n Take a walking tour of the Historic Landmark District<\/a> which boasts 300 years of history.<\/p>\n You’ll get a great overview of the city, hear wonderful stories about the history of Savannah, plus you\u2019ll also discover places worthy of a longer visit.<\/p>\n Landmark District Tour Options: <\/strong><\/p>\n Historic Savannah Walking Tour<\/a> Nestled on the banks of the Wilmington River, the Bonaventure Cemetery<\/a> is the final resting place of many notable Savannahians. American lyricist, songwriter, and singer Johnny Mercer lays beneath oak trees and Spanish moss here, as does poet Conrad Aiken.<\/p>\n You can wander this peaceful cemetery for hours, discovering many more notable Savannahians who have been laid to rest here. To learn about this cemetery you can take this guide tour Savannah: Bonaventure Cemetery with Shannon Scott<\/a>. <\/p>\n Visit the birthplace of the queen of Southern gothic literature – Mary Flannery O\u2019Connor. This narrow townhome<\/a> on Lafayette Square, where Mary Flannery O\u2019Connor lived until the age of 11.<\/p>\n The home celebrates O\u2019Connor\u2019s quirky legacy with informative tours, lectures by visiting authors, and a series of Little Free Public Libraries.<\/p>\n Front Porch Improv<\/a> is a weekly comedy show that is not to be missed. Run by Brianne Halverson and John Brennan, both veterans of big city sketch and improv comedy troupes, the audience gets in on the action, contributing stories and cues that performers riff on in the moment.<\/p>\n A trip to Savannah is not complete without a visit to the original Pinky Masters<\/a>, a local legendary dive bar. It was here that President Jimmy Carter and other politicians shook hands and secured votes.<\/p>\n Master mixologist Matt Garappolo recently saved the historic venue from being closed down and infused it with a more festive vibe. <\/p>\n The Savannah Songwriter Series<\/a> is a monthly showcase at the Sentient Bean, a popular hangout for artists and writers.<\/p>\n It is held the first Sunday of every month, so if you are visiting during that time you can stop by the Sentient Bean (a vegetarian-free trade coffeehouse at the southern end of Forsyth Park), to listen to local and passing songwriters take turns performing short acoustic sets. <\/p>\n At the Roots Up Gallery<\/a>, you’ll find affordably priced art from regional jewelers, painters, potters, and collage folk artists.<\/p>\n The late Francis Allen and his wife, Leslie Lovell, shared their love of art by opening the Roots Up Gallery, now located in the Downtown Design District on Whitaker Street. The Location Gallery is also just across the street, featuring themed pieces by even more local artists.<\/p>\n Underground Savannah<\/a> is a cultural heritage destination tour that showcases the African American journey, history, and contributions to coastal Georgia through walking tours and reenactments.<\/p>\n A visit to the First African Baptist Church is a must when visiting Savannah – it illuminates the role parishioners played in the Underground Railroad and Civil Rights Movement. <\/p>\n The Telfair Academy<\/a> is a historic mansion at 121 Barnard Street. If you’re an art lover this Savannah attraction is for you.<\/p>\n The Telfair Academy contains three nineteenth-century period rooms and houses nineteenth- and twentieth-century American and European art from the museum\u2019s permanent collection including paintings works on paper, sculpture, and decorative arts.<\/p>\n Savannah sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and has a multitude of rivers and streams including the Savannah River, so the city not only offers delicious seafood, but it\u2019s also perfect for exploring by boat.<\/p>\n Take a riverboat cruise, a ferry ride or go sailing, for unparalleled views of this beautiful coastal city. <\/p>\n Riverboat Cruise Tour Options: <\/strong><\/p>\n Savannah: Riverboat Sunset Cruise<\/a> Savannah is an extremely walkable city that is perfect for strolling. But if you want to give your feet a rest you can take the DOT express shuttle<\/a>, use the award-winning bike system<\/a>, take the Savannah Bells Ferry<\/a>, or utilize CAT<\/a> which offers 15 fixed bus routes.<\/p>\n With so many fare-free options, you’ll have no problem easily and affordably getting around Savannah! And if you don’t want to be bothered with public transport schedules Savannah also has Uber and Lyft<\/a>.<\/p>\n Savannah is a city of many diverse neighborhoods. More than 100 distinct neighborhoods can be identified in six principal areas of the city: Downtown (Landmark Historic District and Victorian District), Midtown, Southside, Eastside, Westside, and Southwest\/West Chatham.<\/p>\n The Historic District is the best place to stay if you want walkability to everything downtown Savannah has to offer, but if you’re yearning for a seaside escape, Tybee Island (Savannah’s beach town) is a great choice.<\/p>\n Here are some of the best hotels in both areas.<\/p>\n![\"Savannah,](\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/savannah-georgia-21.jpg\")
<\/p>\nTop 10 Things To Do In Savannah <\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n1) Explore The Historic Landmark District<\/h3>\n
\nHistoric Downtown Savannah: Guided Segway Tour<\/a>
\nSavannah: Hop-On Hop-Off Historic Trolley Tour<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n2) Visit The Bonaventure Cemetery<\/h3>\n
3) See Flannery O\u2019Connor’s Childhood Home<\/h3>\n
4) Front Porch Improv<\/h3>\n
5) Have Drinks At The Original Pinky Masters<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n6) Savannah Songwriters Series<\/h3>\n
7) Roots Up Gallery<\/h3>\n
8) Underground Savannah<\/h3>\n
9) Telfair Museums<\/h3>\n
10) Savannah Riverboat Cruise, Sailing Tour, Or Ferry Ride<\/h3>\n
\nSavannah Riverboat: Narrated Harbor Sightseeing Cruise<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"Savannah,](\"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/savannah-georgia-22.jpg\")
<\/p>\nHow To Get Around Savannah<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nNeighborhoods and Where To Stay In Savannah <\/h2>\n
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