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Find landmarks on every corner in the Historic Landmark District, the hub of downtown Savannah. Stroll through 22 park squares, and explore museums, monuments, restored 18th-century homes, boutiques and more than 100 restaurants.
- Savannah City Market
Savannah City Market isn't just your typical shopping and...
- 22 Park Squares
Johnson Square was designed in 1733 and named for Robert...
- Savannah City Market
To help you get a better feel for the Historic District, I’m going to talk about two distinct zones in this post: the Historic District North Zone and the Historic District South Zone. I’ll explain each in detail and will include lots of photos so you’ll know what to expect in each one.
The Savannah Historic District is a large urban U.S. historic district that roughly corresponds to the pre–Civil War city limits of Savannah, Georgia. The area was declared a National Historic Landmark District in 1966, [1] [3] and is one of the largest urban, community-wide historic preservation districts in the United States. [4]
- Forsyth Park. Start your exploration with a stroll through Forsyth Park, a timeless oasis in the heart of the Savannah Historic District. Located at the intersection of Bull Street and Gaston Street, this iconic park is the centerpiece of the Savannah Historic District.
- American Prohibition Museum. Take a captivating journey to the era of bootleggers, speakeasies, and the fascinating world of the Prohibition era at the American Prohibition Museum.
- City Market. Enjoy a quintessential Savannah experience at the bustling City Market on West Bryan Street. Spanning four blocks in the heart of Savannah’s Historic District, the vibrant market is a hub of culture, shopping, dining, and entertainment, and one of Savannah’s must-see attractions.
- River Street. Stretching along the Savannah River, the iconic River Street is a vibrant hub of dining, shopping, and entertainment. Once a center for trade and commerce, the cobblestone promenade with its boutiques, galleries, cafés, and shops is now a beloved destination for both locals and visitors alike.
With almost three centuries of age, Savannah stands today as a living history – a place where remnants of the past and present-day conditions come together in architecture, cuisine, culture and tradition. Travelers looking for a beautiful U.S. destination with rich history hail Savannah as mecca.
Are you looking for a Savannah Historic District map? You’ll find plenty of them online, but this watercolor version is by far the prettiest option! Come check it out, and then stick around to learn the difference between the northern and southern sections of Savannah’s Historic District.
Savannah's Historic District is the highlight of most people's visit to the city, notable for its abundant squares, its impressive canopy of live oaks, beautiful architecture and the array of things to do.
