Plan the Perfect Trip to Savannah
Lafayette Square is one of the quieter squares in Savannah, but it still sees a decent level of foot traffic. It was laid out in 1837 and is centrally located within Savannah’s Historic District. It was named in honor of the Marquis de Lafayette — French general, friend to George Washington, and Revolutionary War hero. […]
Chippewa Square is the square where Forrest Gump sat on a bench and famously narrated the story of his life. It’s one of the larger and more picturesque squares in Savannah. It’s also a quality spot for people-watching, since there are a decent number of artists and musicians who like to hang out in the […]
Wright Square’s biggest claim to fame is that it’s considered one of the most haunted places in Savannah. In fact, a few of the ghost tour guides have even nicknamed it the “hanging square.” It’s a very popular square, so it’s not the best place to go for relaxation (in my opinion). The ghost tour […]
Columbia Square is one of the smaller-sized squares in Savannah. It has plenty of shade — thanks to the mature Southern live oaks dotting each corner, and it has a pretty water feature. Overall, I’d say this square leans towards the quieter side, so it’s a great spot for relaxing. Every now and then a […]
Y’all… please don’t let a bad forecast put a damper on your vacation! There are plenty of indoor activities to keep you busy when it rains in Savannah. Whether you want to chill out in a bookstore or sip drinks on a balcony overlooking the river, I’ve got some helpful suggestions to keep you busy. […]
It’s no secret how much I love watching the cargo ships come and go along River Street. In fact, if I was creating a Savannah itinerary, I would probably base it around the cargo ship schedule! I’d want to make sure I was on the riverfront whenever the biggest ships were passing through. There are […]