Live it up at the Exciting Savannah Labor Day Beach Bash
Gather with other Savannah visitors for a chance to attend the third annual Labor Day Beach Bash at the Tybee Iland Pier and Pavilion, featuring wonderful activities and music. Bring your lawn chair recliner and sit back on the beach to feel the cool ocean breezes and listen to Gary Roland and the Landsharks Band, which have several fun numbers in store for the evening. Along with live music, you’ll be able to view beautiful fireworks reflected over the deep ocean waves. If you’d like to stay for the whole event and more, you can look through our lodging options.
If you’d like to spend more time near the water, you can take the River Street Riverboat Sightseeing Cruises, choosing from two ways to see the Savannah waters and coastline. There is both an afternoon and late night cruise, each providing their own highlights onboard a beautifully designed riverboat. Learn the history and traditions of paddlewheelers in the afternoon, or take romantic moonlight cruise for pleasant views and smooth dancing.
For those who enjoy a good mystery along with sightseeing, the fun River Street Riverboat Murder Afloat Cruise follows a hidden ”crime” that you must solve before your 90 minute cruise is up. Professional actors each have a part to play in the plot, and you’ll have to pay attention to the subtle hints they drop throughout the cruise. Work with your partner to solve the case before the culprit gets away!
You can enjoy one of the best Labor Days of your life in the beautiful town of Savannah. Spend your waning summer along the beautiful southern coastline.
Make Your Taste Buds Tingle with the First Friday Oyster Roast and Fireworks
Enjoy delicious, fresh oysters right out of harbors with the First Friday Oyster Roast and Fireworks at the Westin Savannah Harbor on August 6th. This fun event not only features oysters, but also has s’mores, traditional lowcountry boil items, grilled foods, and a full bar. A firepit, live music, and fireworks complete the experience for a real Savannah-style party. You won’t find a better way to spend your Friday night!
You don’t have to stop enjoying the delicious food in Savannah after the oyster roast. Take one of the exciting culinary tours offered in the city. The Savannah Foody Tour will give you a taste of Savannah’s finest dining. A local guide will take you to places where you can get delicious foods at hot dining venues around the city. At each venue, you will meet some of the chefs and hear how they make their custom creations. Try French Frozen Hot Chocolate, Southern Fried Chicken, and other delicious Southern treats throughout the tour!
When you’ve finished the Savannah Foody Tour, there is just one more tour that you need to go on. The Paula Deen Culinary Tour will give you the chance to taste home-style Southern cooking that will revolutionize the way you view food. Your tour will also give you an understanding of Paula Deen’s background and how she became a Food Network star. Between the tasty foods and the fascinating stories about Paula Deen, you will find yourself completely satisfied on this tour.
Have a Hauntingly Good Time in Savannah, GA
For those who enjoy an exciting vacation experience, Savannah, GA offers an unusually large array of thrilling ghost and haunting activities for visitors. Check out these four haunted activities for some thrills and chills on your getaway to Savannah to see why this city is considered one of the most haunted cities in the nation.
Get your first haunting experience aboard the Ghost Tour Trolley. This night tour will take you through Savannah while your driver tells you about the past of the city. This tour will include not only ghost stories but interesting tales about the darker side of Savannah throughout history. This tour lasts approximately 90 minutes, so prepare for an evening of uniquely Savannah ghosts and stories.
Explore the dark side of the city with Savannah Scary Ghost Tours. These tours start out at the haunted Pirate’s House and continue through Savannah stopping along the way at other eerie venues. Visit Colonial Park Cemetery where the remains of yellow fever victims were burned as well as Hampton Lilibridge House where it is rumored that possessions took place. This tour is not for the faint of heart, so prepare for some real excitement when you go.
The Evening Haunted Trolley Tour allows you to experience the fascinating past of Savannah to decide for yourself if the numerous ghost stories circulating in the city are true or false. Your guide will tell you some of the more famous ghost stories along the way like the tale of Alice Reily who suffered a tragic fate. You never know what you will see or hear on this adventurous tour!
Stroll through the streets of Savannah savoring the atmosphere and culture that came from the wild ghost stories and rumors of hauntings in Savannah with the Hauntings Walking Tour. With visits to three of the most haunted areas in the city, you’ll be feeling chills up and down your spine. Paranormal encounters and sightings of the resident ghost Anna have made the area you will be touring one of the most famed areas in Savannah.
22nd Beach Bum Parade Cools Down Savannah, GA this Summer
If you’re a fan of parades, summer sunshine, and water fights, you’re going to love the 22nd Annual Beach Bum Parade. This event takes place May 21st on Butler Avenue in Savannah. Beautifully decorated floats will be pulled down the street with the usual parade fanfare. The unique quality of this event is that the occupants of the floats are armed with water balloons and buckets of water to pour on the crowd while the crowd has water guns, hoses, and other water-throwing toys to retaliate with. You can’t help but laugh as you join in the fun.
When you’re done having fun in the sun at the parade, check out an evening activity like the River Street Riverboat Murder Afloat Cruise. This fun cruise gives you a chance to solve a murder. A cast of professional actors will act out the murder and give you clues to see which character is a murderer and which character is innocent. You may be surprised, or you may figure it all out. You won’t know until you try, so go and test your mystery solving skills with this murder mystery adventure.
If you enjoy the thrill of the murder mystery experience, the Ghost Tour Trolley is another exciting activity you may want to jump into. This tour is filled with bone chilling, spine tingling stories and sights. This unique tour of the city gives you a look inside the dark heart of Savannah that has led to it being featured in many books and movies from famous horror novelists and screen writers.
Jazz Just Across the River – Hotlanta in Savannah, GA
Get ready for some hot jazz at the Jazz Across the River – Hotlanta event in Savannah, GA on May 16th. This event features American Jazz classics from timeless musicians like Louie Armstrong and Fats Waller in one incredible concert that will make you feel as if you’re in the heart of jazz country. While you’re in Savannah for the jazz event, don’t miss the Historic Savannah Theatre Musical Productions. They have been giving talented musical performances since 1818 and are a must-see attraction in the city.
Of course, Savannah offers more than fun musical attractions. This city is also where several box office hits have been filmed. Relive your favorite moments of movies like Forrest Gump and The General’s Daughter with the Savannah Movie Sites Tour. The city has been filmed in over 85 Hollywood movies, and the tour visits 60 of these locations. You’re certain to see some familiar sites throughout the tour. You will love the diversity of film history in this city tour.
After visiting the various movie sites throughout the city, you’re sure to have worked up an appetite. Why not take a culinary tour to get some good, old fashioned Savannah cooking? The Savannah Foody Tour includes some of the most delicious foods found in Savannah. Delectable treats like real Southern fried chicken, gourmet chocolates, and collard greens are on the menu for your dining pleasure.
Historic St. Patrick’s Day Parade Takes Place in Savannah, GA
Be part of the historic St. Patrick’s Day Parade taking place in Savannah, GA March 17th. This parade has been taking place since 1813 and is a well-loved Savannah tradition. More than 250,000 people travel to Savannah to participate in and see the parade making this parade one of the biggest parades in the South. This two hour parade has marching bands, floats, and performers to keep you entertained.
If you came to Savannah for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, stay long enough to experience some of Savannah’s Southern hospitality and food. You may never want to leave after the Paula Deen Culinary Tour, which features information on Paula Deen’s upbringing and stops at the dining locations that Paula Deen used to start creating her own irresistible dishes. Your last stop of the tour will be at one of Paula Deen’s restaurants where you can enjoy a delicious lunch.
For a more general culinary tour, take the Savannah Foody Tour where you will visit 7 of the restaurants and specialty food locations and get a taste of the best foods in the South.
After eating all of that delicious Southern food, you may want to walk off some of your meal with a walking tour. The Saunter in Savannah Walking Tour offers you a beautiful tour of Savannah that will give you information on the rich history of the area. You will explore historical areas, hidden gardens, and other wonderful features that make Savannah one of the greatest cities in the nation.
Celebrate Music and Musicians in the Savannah Music Festival in Savannah, GA
Springtime in Savannah, Georgia is a magical time made even more magical by the Savannah Music Festival which starts on March 18th and last for three weeks. For musicians everywhere, this is a place where they can come celebrate their craft. Musicians from all over the world will be traveling to Savannah to show off their particular musical talents and styles. This is a great time for other musicians to come and learn from each other and from the famous musicians brought to the area by the festival.
One of the most famous music venues in Savannah is the Historic Savannah Theater Musical Productions where the music is always the best quality and the show is always on a grand scale. If music is what brought you to Savannah then this is one theater that can’t be missed. You will be dazzled by the skills of the performers, and the theater itself is a showcase of art deco style.
While in Savannah it would be a crime to miss the historical sights of the city. Visit Sherman’s Headquarter and other landmarks of Savannah’s past in the Homemade Thunder Civil War Walking Tour. Learn about the past in style with the Savannah Historic Overview Trolley Tour. An open-air trolley will take you through historic Savannah and a guide will help you delve into the past with stories and information on Savannah at the time of the Civil War.
Experience a Unique Look at Savannah History with Unique Tours
From Civil War battle sites to pirates to haunted houses, Savannah is home to a unique and varied history. We offer several unique tours that focus on specific aspects of Savannah’s past that are the perfect addition to any Savannah vacation if you are looking to delve deep into this historic city’s past.
Surprisingly, Savannah has been the filming site for dozens of movies, including the blockbuster movie Forrest Gump. On this guided tour, you will be taken to a number of sites involved in the filming of a variety of movies. In addition, your guide will provide a narration of all the sites, and you will see movie clips that correspond to the filming site. In total, you will see approximately 60 filming locations.
Pirate’s Walk Maritime History Walking Tour
Take a walk back in Savannah’s dark past and learn about the history of pirates in this coastal town. As one of the busiest harbors in the U.S., Savannah saw its fair share of pirates in its past. This tour is a walking tour that covers approximately one mile and includes the historic River Street. The tour covers the history of pirates in the area, buried treasure, and Savannah’s role in the slave trade.
As one of the U.S.’s most haunted cities, Savannah is home to many ghost tours, and a visit to Savannah would be incomplete without partaking in some of these spooky adventures. The Ghost Tour Trolley is a 90 minute trolley tour led by a guide who will narrate the sites. This tour includes the Colonial Cemetery, Sorrel Weed House, and many local ghost stories. This tour may also be combined with a dinner at a house formerly inhabited by pirates that is reportedly haunted.
Savannah’s Three Most Popular Activities
Vacationing in Georgia is a wonderful experience and Savannah is icing on the cake. There is so much to do in this charming Southern town that it can be difficult to decide how to fill your time during your stay. Not to worry. We’ve got a list of the three most popular activities in Savannah. Relax, we’ve got you covered.
Deluxe Land and Sea Savannah Package
Hands down the most popular activity in Savannah, the Deluxe Land and Sea package gives you the freedom to enjoy your vacation. The events included in this package can be enjoyed at any time during the seven days following activation. This tour includes the Then & Now Trolley Tour, the River Street Riverboat Cruise, and admission to the Davenport House. There is so much to see in Savannah, and with the Deluxe Land and Sea package you’ll get to see it all for one low price!
If you watch this Southern belle on the Food Network, then you’ll love the Paula Deen Culinary Tour! This four hour tour includes a guided tour on a climate-controlled bus, gift bag, and lunch at Mrs. Deen’s very own restaurant, Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House. This tour provides you with a glimpse into this master chef’s life. You’ll visit restaurants that she used to frequent while honing her cooking skills, the place where she was married, and you’ll even get to check out the restaurant that she calls her own. A must-see for anyone who enjoys southern comfort food!
River Street Riverboat Lunch and Dinner Cruises
You can enjoy a narrated tour of Savannah Harbor and Port aboard the River Street Riverboat. There are several cruises to choose from, ranging from sightseeing to gospel cruises to a murder mystery dinner cruise. Visitors agree that this is one of the most fun tours of Savannah, and your family will agree! Check out the event page for more details on all the individual cruises!
Explore Civil War History in Savannah on Veterans Day
With its location in the heart of the South, Savannah and the surrounding area are home to many Civil War sites. Also, Georgia was one of the 13 original colonies and was part of the Continental Congress before the Revolutionary War. Many sites in Savannah honor those who gave their lives in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, and a historic sightseeing tour is an excellent way to see all of the history that Savannah has to offer.
For an overall view of the vast history of Savannah, the Historic Overview Tour is an excellent choice that provides visitors the opportunity to see the most important historical sites in Savannah. This tour is fully narrated by a knowledgeable guide and features stops at River Street, the City Market, and the Historic District. The tour takes place on an open-air trolley, and the tour lasts just 1.5 hours. Sites in the historic district include the Juliette Gordon Low birthplace, Maritime Museum, and River Street, which is a historic landmark in itself.
Homemade Thunder Civil War Walking Tour
For a unique and interactive experience exploring Civil War history, the Homemade Thunder Civil War Walking Tour offers a complete view of Savannah’s role in the Civil War. The walking tour is led by a knowledgeable guide. During the tour, visitors will see numerous historical sites in Savannah, including Gen. A.P Lawton’s House, the homes of Gen. Moxley Sorrel and Gen. Hugh Mercer, and Sherman’s Savannah headquarters after his march through Georgia. Additional sites on the tour include the Confederate Monument and Savannah Theatre. The tour covers about a mile of Savannah and lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Additional sites to see during your time in Savannah during Veterans Day are the centuries-old cemeteries in the city. The Bonaventure Cemetery was featured in the novel “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.” This cemetery is the resting place of many Civil War soldiers, and it is rumored to be haunted. This cemetery was built on an old plantation. The other legendary cemetery in Savannah is the Colonial Park Cemetery, which was built in the 1700s. This cemetery contains over 600 graves, and some of the most famous residents in Savannah’s history are buried here, including Button Gwinett, who was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.
