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Top things to do in Savannah

23 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Telfair Academy
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Telfair Academy

833 reviews · Downtown

Discover American art and history at the Telfair Academy, a neoclassical mansion in Savannah's historic district.

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What is the most visited attraction in Savannah?

Telfair Academy draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Savannah, with 833 of them, rated 4.0 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Savannah do visitors rate highest?

Savannah Ghost Walks holds the highest rating in Savannah among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 199 reviews. It is less busy than Telfair Academy, which is often exactly why it scores better.

Which part of Savannah has the most to see?

Downtown holds 8 of the 23 places on this list, more than any other area, so it is the sensible base if you would rather walk between sights than commute to them.

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Museum
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Jepson Center & Telfair Children's Art Museum

582 reviews · Downtown

A contemporary art museum and children's art museum in Savannah's historic district, part of the Telfair Museums family.

World of Beer
Sight4

World of Beer

218 reviews · Downtown

World of Beer in downtown Savannah offers an extensive selection of craft beers in a lively, pub-style setting, ranked #19 in Savannah nightlife.

Landmark
Landmark4.5

Savannah Ghost Walks

199 reviews · Downtown

A guided evening walk through Savannah's historic district, sharing ghost stories and local lore.

Harper Fowlkes House
Museum4.5

Harper Fowlkes House

150 reviews · Downtown

A historic Federal-style house museum in Savannah's downtown, showcasing early 19th-century architecture and period furnishings.

Market
Market4.5

Savannah Rae's Gourmet Popcorn

150 reviews · Downtown

A gourmet popcorn shop in downtown Savannah offering creative flavors and handcrafted treats.

Madison Square
Landmark4.5

Madison Square

65 reviews · Downtown

Madison Square is a charming historic park in downtown Savannah, featuring a beautiful fountain and shaded benches.

Market
Market5

Savannah Belle Boutique & Gallery

43 reviews · Downtown

A charming boutique and gallery in downtown Savannah offering curated art, gifts, and home decor with a distinctly Southern flair.

Museum
Museum

Georgia State Railroad Museum

Historic roundhouse museum with vintage locomotives, offering train rides and hands-on exhibits in Savannah's railroad district.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Forsyth Park

A 30-acre public park featuring a iconic fountain, shaded walking paths, and historic monuments, perfect for relaxation and community events.

Sight
Sight

Chippewa Square (Savannah, Georgia)

Historic square with James Oglethorpe Monument and the bench from 'Forrest Gump'.

Museum
Museum

Owens–Thomas House

A meticulously preserved Regency mansion with original furnishings and a rare urban slave quarters exhibit.

Museum
Museum

Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum

Interactive museum documenting Savannah's civil rights movement, with exhibits on sit-ins and voter registration.

Entertainment
Entertainment

Lucas Theatre

A restored 1920s movie palace that now hosts films, concerts, and live performances in Savannah's historic district.

Museum
Museum

Telfair Museums

Three unique sites spanning art, architecture, and history in Savannah's historic district.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Colonial Park Cemetery

18th-century burial ground with weathered tombstones, historic graffiti, and guided ghost tours in Savannah's historic district.

Museum
Museum

SCAD Museum of Art

Contemporary art museum in a former railway depot, showcasing student and professional works.

Museum
Museum

Isaiah Davenport House

Federal-style house museum offering tours of early 19th-century life.

Neighborhood
Neighborhood

Savannah Historic District (Savannah, Georgia)

A 2.5-square-mile National Historic Landmark district with 20-plus squares, cobblestone streets, and antebellum architecture.

Market
Market

City Market (Savannah, Georgia)

Four-block historic market district with art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, and nightly live music in restored 19th-century buildings.

Entertainment
Entertainment

The Savannah Theatre

One of America's oldest continuously operating theaters, presenting live shows and musicals in Savannah's historic district.

Religious site
Religious site

Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist (Savannah, Georgia)

A stunning French Gothic cathedral with twin spires, intricate stained glass windows, and a richly decorated interior.

Park & nature
Park & nature

Bonaventure Cemetery

A historic cemetery famed for its moss-draped oaks, hauntingly beautiful sculptures, and connection to 'Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil'.