Savannah: a 3-day plan and the best time to go

The best time to go

The most comfortable months for walking about are March, April, October and November: mild days and less rain. The warmest month is July, at about 91°F (33°C) in the afternoon. The wettest is August.

1. Jan59°62 mm
2. Feb62°76 mm
3. Mar69°82 mm
4. Apr77°76 mm
5. May84°89 mm
6. Jun89°149 mm
7. Jul91°131 mm
8. Aug89°160 mm
9. Sep85°103 mm
10. Oct78°89 mm
11. Nov69°53 mm
12. Dec62°82 mm

Bars show the typical night-time low to daytime high; the numbers are daytime highs in °F and rain in millimetres for the month. Averages for 2001–2020 from NASA POWER, so a given year can be warmer, colder or wetter.

Three days in Savannah

Written with AI from public facts about Savannah, then checked by Sureno's rules. Opening times and prices change: check them before you go.

Day 1 Historic squares

Morning

Chippewa Square

Historic District

Stroll the shaded square and pause on a bench among its historic surroundings.

Afternoon

Forsyth Park

Historic District

Enjoy the fountain, tree-lined paths and open lawns at an easy pace.

Evening

River Street

Choose a restaurant along the river and watch boats pass from the waterfront.

Day 2 History and gardens

Morning

Owens-Thomas House

Historic District

Tour this historic house to learn about Savannah’s architecture and past.

Afternoon

Savannah Botanical Gardens

Southside

Take a gentle wander through the gardens and historic sites.

Evening

The Olde Pink House

Historic District

Have a relaxed meal in a well-known historic Savannah house.

Day 3 River and squares

Morning

City Market

Browse the pedestrian-friendly market area, with shops and places to sit.

Afternoon

Savannah Riverfront

River Street

Enjoy the river views and take a break along the waterfront promenade.

Evening

Leopold’s Ice Cream

Historic District

Stop for a classic Savannah ice cream treat before ending the visit.

What to eat

• Try shrimp and grits, a well-known Lowcountry dish.
• Look for pralines and other Southern sweets.

Getting there

• Fly into Savannah/Hilton Head (SAV).
• From New York: about 2 h 1 min in the air, non-stop (a straight-line estimate; real routes take longer).
• From Los Angeles: about 4 h 45 min in the air, non-stop (a straight-line estimate; real routes take longer).
• From London: about 8 h 30 min in the air, non-stop (a straight-line estimate; real routes take longer).
• The historic centre is walkable, but distances and uneven pavements can be tiring. Use Savannah’s free downtown shuttle where it suits your route, and consider a taxi or rideshare between farther areas. SAV is the city’s airport.
• Check official U.S. entry rules before travel, as requirements depend on your circumstances.
• Bring water and take breaks, especially during hot or humid weather.

Plan the flight from your city

Where to stay

• Historic DistrictIt puts many squares, historic sights and restaurants within a compact area.
• River StreetIt offers riverfront views and easy access to waterfront dining.
• City MarketIt is a central base for shops, restaurants and nearby historic squares.

About Savannah

Savannah is a city in and the county seat of Chatham County, Georgia, United States. Established in 1733 on the Savannah River, it is the oldest city in the state, and was the capital of the colonial Province of Georgia and later the first state capital of Georgia. A strategic port city in the American Revolution and during the American Civil War, Savannah today is an industrial center and an important Atlantic seaport. The city is the most populous in the Coastal Georgia region and the fifth-most populous in the state as a whole, with a population of 147,780 at the 2020 census and an estimat…

From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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