Savannah has the Spanish moss, antebellum houses and old riverfront that people go to Charleston for, laid out around 22 small squares you can walk between for free. The downtown dot shuttle and the Belles Ferry across the river cost nothing, and a CAT day pass is $3. Fly into Atlanta and take a FlixBus or Greyhound for four to six hours, or fly into Savannah's own airport via a US hub. Two or three days covers the squares, Forsyth Park, Bonaventure Cemetery and Wormsloe; the US is not cheap, so keep costs down with motels in Midtown and lunch-time meals.
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When to go
NOAA 1991-2020 normals give highs of about 22-26°C in March-April and October, 33.5°C in July and 16°C in January. June to September is hot, humid and the wettest stretch (about 110-170 mm a month), and the Atlantic hurricane season runs June to November; Savannah was hit by Debby and Helene in 2024. St Patrick's Day in March is the city's biggest crowd day.
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Savannah in 2 days: a day-by-day plan
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- 11:00Walk the squares of the Historic DistrictHalf day · free · 22 small park squares laid out from 1733, one of the largest National Historic Landmark districts in the US. Free.
- Lunch on the way
- 08:00Forsyth Park1 h · free · Large park at the southern edge of the Historic District and its big white fountain. Free.
- 09:30Bonaventure Cemetery2 h · free · Oak-shaded Victorian cemetery above the river, burial place of Johnny Mercer and Conrad Aiken. No entry fee listed; take a taxi or bus.
- 13:00Lunch break
How to get to Savannah
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Flight + bus Cheapest
₹3,700FlixBus about three or four a day (about 4 h 10 m); Greyhound once a day (about 5 h 50 m). Route planners estimate ₹3,700-6,500. Savannah's bus station is in the Intermodal Transit Center, half a mile from River Street.
Flight
Check fareSaves the bus ride; fares vary by hub and date. Could not confirm a typical fare.
Savannah airport → Historic District Last leg
₹3,300About 13 km. Route planners estimate ₹3,300-4,000 by taxi; rideshare pickup is at the north entrance of baggage claim.
Train
Check fareOnce-daily trains on the New York-Miami corridor. The station is about 5 km from downtown and bus 29 serves it only a few times a day. Could not confirm a fare.
Getting around once you're there
On foot
FreeThe Historic District is a grid of 22 squares; Forsyth Park marks its southern edge. Everything central is walkable.
dot shuttle
FreeFree CAT shuttle (Route 5) looping the Historic District.
Savannah Belles Ferry
FreeFree ferry across the Savannah River to Hutchinson Island.
CAT bus
₹142$1.50 a ride with free 90-minute transfers, or a $3 day pass bought on the bus. Useful from Midtown motels.
Taxi
₹1,360About $14 for an 8 km ride. Uber and Lyft also operate.
Where to stay in Savannah
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Budget motel
₹4,800/nightThere are no hostels on the main hostel sites. The cheapest listed rooms, such as Quality Inn Midtown, start around ₹4,800; take the CAT bus downtown.
2-star hotel
₹10,100/nightA listing site averages 2-star Savannah hotels at about ₹10,130 on weekdays and ₹11,970 at weekends.
3-star hotel
₹25,500/night3-star averages are about ₹25,490 on weekdays and ₹28,240 at weekends. Some Historic District chain hotels list from about ₹8,900-11,500 on quiet dates.
What to eat, and what it costs
Cappuccino
₹430About $4.50.
Fast-food meal
₹1,130About $12.
Lunch at an inexpensive restaurant
₹1,910About $20. Add tax and a tip of 15-20% at sit-down places.
Dinner at a restaurant, per person
₹2,835About $60 for two.
Places to visit and things to do in Savannah
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Walk the squares of the Historic District
Free22 small park squares laid out from 1733, one of the largest National Historic Landmark districts in the US. Free.
Forsyth Park
FreeLarge park at the southern edge of the Historic District and its big white fountain. Free.
Bonaventure Cemetery
FreeOak-shaded Victorian cemetery above the river, burial place of Johnny Mercer and Conrad Aiken. No entry fee listed; take a taxi or bus.
Telfair three-site ticket (incl. Owens-Thomas House)
₹2,849$30 adult, $20 students 13-25, valid seven days for all three sites. Owens-Thomas House open Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00, last tour 16:00; closed Monday.
Wormsloe Historic Site
₹950Long avenue of moss-hung live oaks at a colonial estate outside the city. About $10; you need a car or taxi.
Fort Pulaski National Monument
₹950Civil War brick fort on the road to Tybee. $10 per person over 16, valid seven days; cards only, no cash.
Day trips and next stops
Tybee Island
Check fareBy car or taxi (route planners estimate ₹7,000-9,000 by taxi); no public bus confirmed
Beaufort, South Carolina
Check fareBy car; no direct bus
Jekyll Island
Check fareFlixBus or Greyhound to Brunswick, then taxi
Atlanta
₹3,700FlixBus or Greyhound from Savannah bus station
Know before you go
Mistakes to avoid
- UK travel advice (updated 30 Oct 2026) does not advise against travel to the US. The Atlantic hurricane season runs June to November; Savannah was hit by Debby and Helene in 2024. Follow local evacuation orders.
- UK travel advice says violent and gun crime rarely affect tourists, but advises care in unfamiliar areas and avoiding quieter areas alone at night.
- Summer is hot and humid: July highs average about 33.5°C. Carry water when walking the squares or visiting Wormsloe and Bonaventure.
Ways to spend less
- The squares, Forsyth Park, the dot shuttle and the Belles Ferry are all free.
- One $30 Telfair ticket covers three sites for a week, and the $10 Fort Pulaski pass is valid for seven days.
- Staying in a Midtown motel and riding the $3-a-day CAT bus costs about half the 2-star average.
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Step 11 of 11Next: FAQ↓Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Savannah?
On our month-by-month scores, the best months are Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov. NOAA 1991-2020 normals give highs of about 22-26°C in March-April and October, 33.5°C in July and 16°C in January. June to September is hot, humid and the wettest stretch (about 110-170 mm a month), and the Atlantic hurricane season runs June to November; Savannah was hit by Debby and Helene in 2024. St Patrick's Day in March is the city's biggest crowd day.
How do I reach Savannah?
Flight + bus: → Atlanta (ATL), then FlixBus or Greyhound Atlanta bus station → Savannah bus station, 4 h 10 m-5 h 50 m, about ₹3,700 one way.
How much does a 2-day trip to Savannah cost?
On the ground (stay, food, local travel and tickets), one person spends about ₹20,400 on a shoestring, ₹33,000 mid-range or ₹63,800 in comfort over 2 days. Add the journey: the cheapest sensible option is flight + bus (→ Atlanta (ATL), then FlixBus or Greyhound Atlanta bus station → Savannah bus station) at about ₹3,700 each way.
How many days do you need in Savannah?
2 days is right for most people. That covers Walk the squares of the Historic District, Forsyth Park, Bonaventure Cemetery without rushing.
Is Savannah good for families or solo travellers?
Out of 5 on our scores: solo 4, couples 5, families 4, groups 4. It works well for families. It is easy to do on your own.
Is vegetarian food easy to find in Savannah?
Vegetarian food is easy in the Historic District, where cafés and restaurants list meat-free mains, salads and grain bowls. Traditional Lowcountry dishes such as shrimp and grits, and greens cooked with pork, are not vegetarian, so ask. Vegan options exist but are fewer.
Will my phone and cards work in Savannah?
Phone signal: Prepaid SIMs and eSIMs from US networks are sold at phone shops and big stores; an eSIM bought before you fly is simplest. Cards and UPI: Cards and contactless are accepted almost everywhere. Fort Pulaski takes cards only. Prices exclude sales tax, and sit-down restaurants expect a 15-20% tip. Cash: US dollars. Cash is rarely essential; keep small notes for tips and buses.
Sources and last check
Checked 5 November 2026. Fees, hours and rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
- telfair.org OfficialTelfair three-site ticket adult $30, student $20, valid seven days; Owens-Thomas House Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00, last tour 16:00, closed Monday; closed St Patrick's Day
- nps.gov OfficialFort Pulaski standard pass $10 per person over 16, valid 7 days, credit/debit only
- savannahairport.com OfficialSAV taxis outside baggage claim lower level; Uber/Lyft pickup at north entrance of baggage claim
- gov.uk OfficialNo advice against travel; Atlantic hurricane season June-November; violent and gun crime rarely affect tourists, avoid quieter areas alone at night (updated 30 Oct 2026)
- catchacat.orgCAT local fare $1.50, free 90-min transfers, $3 day pass; dot shuttle and Savannah Belles Ferry free
- rome2rio.comAtlanta-Savannah: FlixBus about 4 h 10 m, 3-4 a day; Greyhound about 5 h 50 m, once daily; ₹3,700-6,500; 395.6 km
- rome2rio.comSAV-downtown 12.9 km, taxi about 13 min, ₹3,300-4,000
- rome2rio.comSavannah-Tybee 29.3 km by road; taxi ₹7,000-9,000; no bus listed
- rome2rio.comSavannah-Beaufort SC 67.4 km by road; no direct bus
- rome2rio.comSavannah-Jekyll Island 139.7 km; FlixBus/Greyhound to Brunswick then taxi
- en.wikivoyage.orgAmtrak Silver Meteor and Palmetto; station about 5 km from downtown, limited bus 29; Greyhound in the Intermodal Transit Center half a mile from River St; dot shuttle Route 5, Belles Ferry; Wormsloe $10; Bonaventure (Johnny Mercer, Conrad Aiken); Forsyth Park at southern edge of Historic District
- hostelworld.comNo hostels listed in Savannah
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