Vacation Rentals in Savannah

By car

Savannah is in the south-eastern United States, on the border of Georgia and South Carolina. If you are driving, the city is well-signposted off the main I-95 east coast highway. Follow signs for the I-16 east off the I-95 if you are heading into central Savannah.

By train

The city also lies on a main Amtrak railway line, with services from Orlando, Tampa, and Miami in the south. From the north, Amtrak's Silver Service and Palmetto service connect New York, Boston, Washington DC, and Baltimore with Savannah on three separate daily services. Sleeping cars, cafe service, and WiFi comes as standard on these long-distance Amtrak trains.

By air

Many travelers arrive by plane at Savannah Hilton Head Airport. The airport has direct flights arriving from several US and Canadian cities, and onward connections to hundreds more national and international destinations. Regular bus services connect the airport with downtown Savannah, or visitors can take a cab, which will take around 30 minutes for the 12-mile journey, depending on traffic. If you choose to hire a car at the airport to explore Savannah and the surrounding area, there's plenty of parking in the downtown area, both in metered parking spaces and in public parking garages.

1. The Olde Pink House serves flavorful American cuisine.
2. Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room is popular for its home-made dishes.
3. Zunzi’s Takeout & Catering offers both local and international cuisine.
4. While at Kennedy's Fried Chicken, order the delicious hot wings.
5. 45 Bistro is famous for its thick lamb chops.
6. Alligator Soul Restaurant is known for its intimate atmosphere.
7. Wright Square Café and Chocolatier uses fresh local produce for its mouth-watering dishes.
8. Jen’s & Friends is a great spot to hand out with friends over a few drinks.
9. Experience the cozy ambiance at Vic’s On the River with an uninterrupted view of the waterfront.

1. Tybee Beach

Savannah's coastal location lends itself perfectly to long days at the beach, enjoying the warm Georgia climate. One of the best-known is Tybee Beach, also known as Savannah Beach, just a short distance east of the city at the mouth of the Savannah River. There are five miles of golden sand, and the waters are safe for swimming and watersports.

2. Hilton Head Beach

Nature lovers might even be able to spot dolphins swimming just offshore. Just north across the state line at Hilton Head Beach in South Carolina, you'll find miles more of sand, along with some great sporting facilities, beach bars, and restaurants.

3. Cumberland Island

It's worth traveling a bit further afield for those hidden beach gems that other travelers miss. Catch a twice-daily ferry from St Mary's across to Cumberland Island for unspoiled, amenity-free beaches. The island is also home to turtles, wild horses, and the occasional manatee.

4. Driftwood Beach

Jekyll Island's beaches are more easily accessed by road from Savannah, and Driftwood Beach at the northern tip of the island is the most pristine.

5. Glory Beach

The stunning Glory Beach was the setting for a famous Hollywood movie, and it's easy to see why it was chosen. The beach is also a sanctuary for aquatic birds.

1. South Beach is surrounded by a variety of bars, shops, and restaurants.
2. North Beach on Tybee Island is great for an afternoon picnic with the family.
3. Mid Beach is famous for its calm and soothing waves.
4. The soft sand at Back River Beach makes it perfect for an evening walk.
5. Enjoy the sunset at Savannah River Beach.

1. Forsyth Park

These thirty acres of parkland have been a social center since the 1840's. Concerts, sports and sunbathing are just a few of the activities that keep this park alive with plant life and people. Check out the Saturday Farmer's Market.

2. Saint-Jean-Baptiste of Savannah Cathedral

Immigrants escaping from tumultuous times in Haiti and France established this palatial cathedral near the end of the 18th Century. Constructed immediately after the French Revolution, this is an oasis of calm where visitors still find spiritual solace.

3. Owens-Thomas House

Considered one of the finest examples of Regency style in America by leading architects, this elegant residence was built by Richard Richardson, who made his riches from his cotton and banking businesses. A National Historic Landmark, the museum boasts an impressive art collection and an English-inspired parterre garden.

4. Savannah Historical District

The old district in Savannah is filled with parks of old oak trees and Spanish moss pouring down the walls of its cobbled streets. Culturally speaking this is the town's heartland - no wonder it's also the largest National Historic Landmark District in the United States.

5. Telfair Museum

An exceptional museum where the curation really makes the exhibits sing, this is the place to discover the cultural and artistic delights of postwar America. Traveling exhibitions of the world's treasures and fascinating events for children and adults make the museum a popular attraction for travelers and locals alike. Special tours for younger visitors engage children with art through the senses.