SAV City Guide

Savannah changes after dark.

The heat softens. The crowds thin. The historic district grows quieter — and more atmospheric. For many visitors, nighttime ends with dinner or drinks, but locals know that Savannah’s evenings offer far more.

With dozens of options, wildly different styles, and dramatic price ranges, travelers often ask:

“What is the best ghost tour in Savannah?”

Visitors arrive with curiosity. Some skeptical, some hopeful, many unsure, and almost all ask us the same thing.

As historians and storytellers who walk these streets nightly, the honest answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no.

Savannah, Georgia is a beautiful and charming city, full of history and culture. Considering how sultry summers can get in Savannah, there's no better way to cool off than with a refreshing cocktail. From classic drinks to creative concoctions, here are some of the best summer cocktails the Hostess City has to offer and where to find them!

Savannah, Georgia is a city steeped in history and culture. From its stunning architecture to its charming streets, there is plenty to see and explore. For the luxury traveler looking for a more intellectual experience, there are a number of academic activities worth exploring. We’ve compiled some suggestions for a light academia afternoon in Savannah!

Why are we so good at celebrating Irish pride? Just like everything else in our beautiful city, it boils down to centuries of elaborate history

We’ve compiled just a small sampling of some of the most iconic species that can be spotted in Savannah and surrounding areas- happy bird watching!

Savannah is a city where the past is never truly past - where the veil between the living and the dead feels tantalizingly thin.

It’s this thrill that makes a Genteel & Bard ghost tour so unforgettable. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, there’s something undeniably exhilarating about standing in a place known for its hauntings, under the cover of night, with only the dim light of the street lamps and the stories of your host to keep you company.

For decades, ghost tours have been a staple of the Savannah experience, offering visitors a chance to explore the city’s haunted history. But like the city itself, ghost tours in Savannah have evolved over time, growing from simple storytelling sessions into sophisticated, immersive experiences that cater to the discerning traveler.

Perhaps it was the fact that the house never stayed in one person’s belonging for very long, or perhaps it’s simply the vast amount of history the home has witnessed, but today it’s considered one of the most actively haunted houses in Savannah.

While many may perceive this place as a wonderful place to rest, those buried here seem to be quite active despite the loss of their physical bodies.

Many who visit the home are reluctant to leave, drawn in by its Victorian charm. What is even more peculiar, however, is that many of the people who lived in the home felt the same way-and they never left.

Considering how beautiful and charming this Victorian home is, it’s no surprise that all who enter it immediately feel welcomed and safe. It’s also no wonder that many of the people in the Low family chose to carry out their afterlife within the walls of the home.

If you’ve explored any amount of southern Black history; you may have come across the name “Gullah Jack”. He is spoken of both highly and carefully, as he was a man of great spiritual power.

This style utilizes isolated panels and tablets, along with friezes to promote a flatter and cleaner exterior. Despite the lack of usage in pilasters, the intricate details of the panels manage to display a classy and timeless elegance.

The Telfair Academy in Savannah, Georgia was the first public art museum in the Southern United States. It was officially opened in 1886, and continues to operate as a museum today.

Originally inhabited by numerous Muskogean nations for thousands of years, the name of this island means “Sharp Feather”

Sapelo Island holds many mysteries that leave scholars and archaeologists scratching their heads-the biggest mystery being the grandiose shell rings that dot the island’s northwestern coast.

Today, we honor Savannah’s 22 squares. Having been around since the city was founded in Oglethorpe’s plan, the squares in our city have long been a place of community and togetherness.

This drink, referred to as “Black Drink” or “Big Medicine”, was used not only as a source of energy for indigenous warriors, but as a purifying agent for ceremonies. It was also served at inter-tribal meetings, as it was considered the ultimate sign of hospitality.

While many know of a vast history within this pink mansion, many do not realize the true expanse of the events these walls have witnessed, nor how many faces the Olde Pink House has worn over the centuries.

With President George Washington’s blessing, the first cornerstone of the synagogue was laid in 1876, before being consecrated in April of 1878. The oldest Torah to ever cross the ocean was brought to this synagogue, where it still resides today.

by G&B Contributor, Avery Ross, of Muscogee Creek Nation

One of the most sincere core values throughout all of the indigenous cultures is using the Creator’s gifts to connect us as people, and to connect us to the spirit world. There are four sacred medicines that were given to us to aid in spiritual, mental, physical, and familial wellbeing.

General Sherman and his troops marched into Savannah on December 21, 1864. They walked over the Savannah River by way of a makeshift pontoon. Upon reaching the city, they were greeted by a telegraph from Savannah Mayor Richard Dennis Arnold.