Skip the Forums. Here's Your Savannah Travel Plan.
From where to eat to how to walk it all — these are real picks from locals (Kelly & Patrick 😉) who actually live downtown, not a tourism board or TripAdvisor clone. Just curated itineraries, food & drink spots, and where to stay.
Your Local Guide to Staying + Exploring in Savannah
We're not a tourism board — we actually live downtown. These are our personal picks for where to stay, what to eat, and how to explore the city.
Which Savannah Neighborhood is Right For You?
The difference between the north and south side really matters — especially at night. This 2-minute guide saves you 3 hours of blog-scanning.
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Savannah Restaurants Locals Actually Eat At
No ghost-themed gimmicks. These are the dinner spots we send our own friends to when they visit — mapped and walkable.
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Made by Locals, for People Who Hate Tourist Traps
We’re not a tourism board. We’re not influencers visiting for the weekend. We actually live here — downtown, near Forsyth — and this guide is exactly what we wish we had on our first trip to Savannah. It’s built for travelers who care less about top-10 lists and more about how a place actually feels.
We’ll show you where to stay (yes, including our rentals), where to grab a coffee that’s worth the walk, and which bar makes the city’s best Old Fashioned (we’re still taste-testing, but getting close).
No crowdsourced fluff. No generic recs. Just the real places we send our own friends — laid out in simple, self-guided routes you can actually use.
This is the Savannah arm of The Trip Thread (click HERE to learn more) — a new kind of travel platform we’re building, one honest, local guide at a time.
Plan by Vibe, Not Just Zip Code
Because the best trips don’t come from a list — they come from how you want to feel while you’re here.
Not everyone comes to Savannah for the same reason. Whether you're here to fall in love (with someone or the city), sip your way through the Historic District, or wander until your feet give out — we’ve mapped out self-guided, personalized itineraries that match the Savannah you came for (with more on the way!)
Rooftop drinks, candlelit dinners, slow strolls through the prettiest squares.
For the architecture lovers, history buffs, and porch appreciators. A walk by Savannah’s most iconic mansions & homes.
A moody, mysterious walk through the actual sites filmed in the movie.
No ghost tours here — just our favorite restaurants, coffee stops, rooftop bites, and all-day indulgence
Where to Stay in Savannah (Without the Guesswork)
As someone who actually lives downtown, I’ve handpicked these places for their charm, walkability, and vibe. You won’t find an endless scroll — just a curated set of rentals I’d recommend to my own friends.
👇 Not sure which part of the city makes the most sense for you? Start with this guide to get oriented.
North Historic District
Louder, livelier, and closest to the riverfront. Expect cobblestone streets, historic hotels, rooftop bars, and lots of tourists — you're right by City Market and River Street, as well as the many shops that line Broughton St.
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South Historic District
This is classic Savannah: quiet, charming, and full of the squares the city is known for. Tucked between the Victorian District and the North, it's walkable to everything and ideal for slower mornings and romantic evenings.
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Victorian Historic District
A little less polished than the Historic Districts but full of character. Steps from Forsyth and a short walk to Starland — makes this a sweet spot between quiet charm and creative energy.
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The Starland Yard District
Artsy, edgy, and full of murals, indie coffee shops, and creative growth. It's not walkable to River Street (Uber that), but perfect if you want to feel like a local in a neighborhood that’s still evolving.
Explore Rentals/Hotels in the Starland Yard District
🗺️ Discover What’s Walkable from Your Doorstep
From third-wave coffee to rooftop cocktails, this map highlights all our favorite local spots — each personally recommended and just a short stroll from our boutique rentals.
View Full Interactive MapGuest Questions, Answered
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Savannah has several neighborhoods that feel like they belong in different cities — but our favorite is the South Historic District, near Forsyth Park. It blends quiet charm with easy access to everything you came for. Curious what the other areas feel like? We’ve mapped out four of Savannah’s best neighborhoods in our location guide.
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If staying with us, there is free parking nearby (see our parking page for more information). If you’re staying closer to River St., the parking options become far more scarce. You can park in a garage or use the valet at your hotel, but it will cost you. In terms of street parking near River and Bay streets, it is typically a 2-hour limit.
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Three days gives you time for coffee walks, historic homes, and rooftop dinners. Two nights works if you want a taste — but we’re warning you: you’ll wish you had one more.
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During Savannah’s busy spring and fall seasons, we recommend booking popular restaurants at least a week in advance. We’ve created a local restaurant guide — including bars, coffee shops, and sports bars — plus a custom Google Map that guests love.
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Yes! Savannah is one of the most walkable cities in the U.S. Most travelers can reach shops, restaurants, and historic squares within a few blocks. Choose a stay near Forsyth or the North Historic District for the best experience on foot.
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Yes! Tybee’s about 25 minutes from downtown, and people often Uber there and back.
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Yes — Be Our Gaston is the founding stay behind TheTripThread — a new way to match travelers with destination vibes through quizzes and curated itineraries. Savannah is our hometown, and so it is our first destination! More to come in 2025!