7 Experiences to Have While Visiting Savannah, GA
I spent two days visiting Savannah, Georgia, in late December. Here are seven experiences I suggest you have so you can soak up all the magic this lovely coastal city offers!
1) Stroll Around Forsyth Park
Location: Drayton Street & West Gaston Street
Forsyth Park is the largest park in the Historic District of Savannah. Between the abundance of oak trees covered with Spanish moss and its iconic large fountain, Forsyth is a great place to relax and get a quintessential feel for Savannah’s charm! On Saturdays, they have a farmer’s market. Several events and festivals happen throughout the year.
2) Stroll Along Historic River Street
Location: River Street
Located along the Savannah River, Historic River Street is a popular attraction among locals and tourists. It’s a cobble-stoned paved street with century-old buildings and warehouses converted to various businesses. It’s a lovely place to enjoy a riverfront dinner, nightlife, and boutique stores.
3) Get a Quick History Lesson
When I travel, I always seek opportunities to learn about a city’s history. Along River Street, you will find various monuments and information about essential parts of Savannah’s history.
4) Check out River Street Sweets Candy Store
Location: 13 East River Street
If you are into sweets, check out River Street Sweets Candy Store. At the very least, see taffy being made and get a free sample!
5) Try Leopold’s Ice Cream
Location: 212 East Broughton Street
Leopold’s Ice Cream has been around since 1919 and has a vintage feel. It’s very popular, and you likely may have to wait in a long line, but it’s worth it! After trying numerous samples, I settled on the double scoop caramel swirl and coffee cone *yum*.
6) Take a Day Trip to Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island has many fancy restaurants, but we were in a rush and needed something quick. This fried shrimp and sweet potato fry basket from the Love Shack in Jekyll Market did not disappoint!
Location: Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island is a 1.5-hour drive from Savannah. While there are plenty of activities to do at Jekyll, I primarily visited the gorgeous Driftwood Beach on the island’s north end. I took a nice walk and caught a sunset there, which was mesmerizing!
7) Visit the Savannah Bee Company
Location: 104 West Broughton Street
You MUST visit the Savannah Bee Company if you are a honey lover! They have a variety of artisanal honey, everyday honey, and raw honeycomb. You can try them all for free. I also recommend their mead tasting.
I have good taste for Savannah, but I need to go back and explore some more!
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