Savannah Travel Guide

Savannah is a walking city, which is exactly why it's a cheap one. The historic district is a grid of 22 squares you can cover on foot in a weekend, and the squares, riverfront, Forsyth Park, and Bonaventure Cemetery all cost nothing. Spring is the peak — St. Patrick's Day turns the city into one of the country's largest street parties and rates spike hard — while the humid stretch from July into early September is the cheapest window if you can take the heat. Flying into SAV is easy but often pricier than driving from Atlanta, Charlotte, or Jacksonville. This guide covers where to stay, when to come, and how to eat Lowcountry food without paying the tourist premium on River Street.

Quick tips

• Stay just outside the historic district — you can still walk in, at a much lower rate.
• Skip St. Patrick's week unless that's why you're coming; it's the year's most expensive stretch.
• Forsyth Park, the squares, and Bonaventure Cemetery are free.
• Eat off River Street — the Starland District and Habersham corridor cost less and are better.
• Late summer is hot and humid, and it's when lodging is cheapest.

Frequently asked

When is the cheapest time to visit Savannah?

July through early September, when heat and humidity push rates to their yearly low. March and April are the most expensive.

Do you need a car in Savannah?

Not for the historic district — it's flat and walkable. You'd want one only for Tybee Island or Bonaventure Cemetery.

How many days should you spend in Savannah?

Two nights covers the squares, the riverfront, and a Tybee Island beach day comfortably.