Location: Downtown
Top Things to do in Downtown
Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Downtown, Georgia (GA)
Charming Savannah is the picture of antebellum hospitality, thanks to period architecture and oak-lined streets. It’s tempting to spend your trip just relaxing on vast verandas and sipping mint juleps, but there are plenty of historical sites and museums to explore. Haunting (and possibly haunted) Bonaventure Cemetery is one of the hallmarks of the city, featuring beautiful obelisks, masses of flowers, and ivy-covered crypts. Dine on fresh seafood and creamy grits for a taste of Savannah home cooking.
Restaurants in Savannah
1. Pulaski Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
City square with many monuments and historical markers.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
Pulaski Square, which is bisected by Barnard Street and the intersecting side streets of Harris, Macon and Charlton, with West Jones Street forming the boundary, is one of the most interesting squares in Savannah, Georgia, a city of squares. Named after Casimir Pulaski, a Polish immigrant who came to Savannah to seek a better life and who died a hero in the Siege of Savannah in 1779, it is altogether mind-boggling that there isn't a single fountain in the park and the obligatory statue of Pulaski, an imposing bronze monument, was erected in Monterey Square in 1855. Go figure. But there are many magnificent homes on the streets surrounding Pulaski Square. In its time, it was the largest redevelopment project of the Historic Savannah Foundation, when it was said homes in the ward couldn't be sold for even $2,000 and the Georgia grey bricks used in their construction were worth more than the homes and the land they sat on. Today, the neighborhood is dominated by paired houses, row houses and center-halled, five-bay houses with Italianate, Greek Revival style of architecture. Most of them are two to four stories tall and have beautifully restored and manicured gardens. Due to the large number of these homes that were built in the early 1800s, they were sometimes referred to as "Savannah" style.
2. Johnson Square
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
A city square lined by giant oak trees and an obelisk honoring Nathanael Greene, a New England-born general.
Reviewed By Z7475THjasonj - Bristol, United States
Really like how the city has all of these squares with giant live oaks in them. Really tranquil place to just sit and people watch or just have some peace and quiet. This particular square is not very large but it is right across from the pink house restaurant. The habersham family used to own it and it is an expensive restaurant now.
3. Wright Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
The monument in the middle of this historic square honors railroad magnate W.W. Gordon.
Reviewed By Texasirishblonde - Belton, United States
Sitting on the corner of State St and Bull St- it has an interesting history. The square contains 2 monuments one dedicated to William Washington Gordon and one to Tomo-Chi-Chi. It also has been nicknamed The Hanging Square because the first hanging in Savannah took place here. Alice Riley an Irish indentured servant was accused of murdering her abusive master by slitting his throat. She was pregnant at the time so they held her in jail until the birth of her son and hanged her immediately after giving birth. Unfortunately, her son died soon after because no one would assume care of an infant whose mother committed a crime. Incidentally, the old jail sits on the corner of the square and now houses a CVS Pharmacy. The pharmacy is the only CVS that closes early due to repeated reports of paranormal activity. The "hanging tree" still sits in the square and its branches overhang the pathway.
4. Oglethorpe Square
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4.5 based on 70 reviews
Town square named for Georgia's founder, James Oglethorpe.
Reviewed By TXMARTINS - Atlanta, United States
Charming large square with huge sweeping moss trees, a bubbly fountain and tons of benches. Surrounded by some stunning homes this is great place you will often find locals at. This fountain is known to be died green for St Patty’s.
5. Chippewa Square
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4.5 based on 575 reviews
Many historic attractions are located at this city square, which is named for the Battle of Chippewa in the War of 1812.
Reviewed By TheExplorerFamily - Somerset, United States
This pretty square is located on Bull Street – right in the path of several of our tour destinations. It was laid out in 1815, and named for the Battle of Chippewa during the War of 1812. In the center there is a 9-foor Bronze Statue of James Edward Oglethorpe – the great soldier and philanthropist who founded the Colony of Georgia. The four Lions at the corners of the huge base hold the Coat of Arms of Oglethorpe, plus the great Seals of the Colony of Georgia, the State of Georgia and the City of Savannah. The Statue faces Southward symbolizing the warding off the threat of Spain's imperial ambitions to the young colony. The artist who created this impressive Memorial Statue, completed in 1910, was one of America’s foremost sculptors – Daniel Chester French (very famous for his collaboration with Henry Bacon to create the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC). The Square is shady and soothing, and most people visit it expecting to see the bench occupied by Forrest Gump in the movie of the same name with Tom Hanks as the actor. Of course the famous bench was only there for the movie, and can be seen in the Museum of History near the Visitor Center. Just like the other lovely Squares, this one is also worth visiting.
6. Madison Square
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
City square named for President James Madison, offering attractions related to the best-seller "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil."
Reviewed By PT1102 - Augusta, United States
We walked through Madison square while walking through Savannah. There's so much to see, and it was a great place for a break, to sit on a bench and have an ice cream cone. There is a monument in the center to Revolutionary War Sargent William Jasper. I would recommend the walk through all of these beautiful squares and remembering those who fought for our freedom.
7. Troupe Square
8. Monterey Square
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
City square dominated by a statue of Casmir Pulaski and the Temple Mickve Israel, the first synagogue in the South.
Reviewed By 561vanessaw - Cary, United States
Beauty and the best square here! History serene and lovley just waiting for you to sit and enjoy. Lots of trees.
9. Whitefield Square
10. Andrew Low House
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4.5 based on 603 reviews
Andrew Low commissioned New York architect John Norris to design and construct his house in 1848. Norris came to Savannah to design the Custom House on Bay Street and remained in Savannah to build many desirable residences with the latest in technology and luxury. The Italianate exterior features intricate cast iron railings and side balconies contrasting with the smooth stuccoed brick walls. The well proportioned rooms are decorated with elaborate plaster cornices and carved woodwork. The delicate balance of exterior restraint and opulent interior resulted in an elegant villa for the family.
Reviewed By RuthB854 - New Orleans, United States
Unlike most of the other homes in the Historic District, the Andrew Low House is a preserved home, not restored. Most of the furniture, decorations, and architecture is original to the house. Our guide, Tucker, was passionate in his explanation of the people who lived in the house, especially Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts. He made their stories come to life! A great tour!
