Husk
While I haven’t been to the Husk in Savannah, I’ve been to the Charleston location a few times and I’ve never been disappointed. The menu changes regularly, but if they have catfish, fried green tomatoes, or pimento cheese dishes, you should definitely pick those. Don’t forget to get a drink – they’re all so unique and flavorful. 

Zunzi’s
Zunzi’s is known for three things – their sandwiches, their wings, and their spiced chips (similar to a cajun-y, Old Bay seasoning). Grab a drink on their outdoor patio and snack on some of their food. I liked the Old Town Indian Curry Chicken nachos and the Conquistador Sandwich was also solid.

Sorry Charlie
Sorry Charlie has a really great happy hour – $1 oysters, $3 Savannah beers, and $5 champagne and prosecco drinks Monday – Thursday from 4 – 6 pm. Enjoy all the oysters and alcohol your heart desires on the beautiful rooftop bar. They also have a restaurant on the 1st floor serving southern classics like she-crab soup, fried green tomatoes, and johnny cakes overflowing with pimento cheese.  

Leopold’s Ice Cream
You need to get this ice cream. The pistachio and the chocolate raspberry are the two best flavors, but you really can’t go wrong here. We went on a Saturday night, but the line was wrapped around the block, easily an hour wait, so we aborted our mission. We tried again on a Monday around 8 pm and there was no line!

I personally haven’t been to these restaurants, but a native Savannah friend recommended them for next time: Common Thread, Starland Yard (outdoor brewery with food trucks), The Public Kitchen, The Grey (former Greyhound bus station turned high-end restaurant), Collins Quarter (brunch), and Treylor Park (restaurant leaning into a trailer park theme).

Telfair Museum and the Jepson Center
If you want to see the Bird Girl statue from Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (that was formerly in Bonaventure Cemetery), you can now find her in the Telfair Museum. A ticket to the Museum costs $30 and includes admission to both, plus the Owens Thomas House and Slave Quarters.

SCAD Museum of Art
Savannah is home to one of the best art schools in the USA. Stop by the SCAD museum to see some of the students’ super impressive artwork.

Ghost Tour
Savannah boasts a thriving ghost tour scene. A city said to be built over its dead, Savannah is thought to be more haunted than most places, making it the perfect location to do a ghost tour. There are all kinds of ghost tours, most are either walking or by trolley, but you can also rent a hearse to take to the most haunted places.

Historical Trolley Ride
Climb aboard Savannah’s charming historic trolleys and journey through time. These narrated tours weave through the city’s vibrant squares and past grand mansions, offering a fascinating glimpse into Savannah’s rich history.

Go for a Walk on the Riverfront
Savannah boasts a pretty impressive waterfront. Take a short stroll and enjoy the breeze. On the Riverfront, you’ll find some statues. One of the more famous ones is the “waving girl”. This bronze statue is in honor of Florence Martus, a local legend who waved to passing ships and lit the way via lantern by night. Her act of kindness is thought to be a symbol of true southern hospitality.

Walk Broughton Street
Broughton Street is one place where all of the action lives. You’ll find Leopold’s Ice Cream, Savannah Bee Company, and The Paris Market. Visit at night if you want to see the street lit up with string lights – why do they always make everything look nicer? There are also a few restaurants and bars on this street.

Visit Tybee Island
Located just 25 minutes from the heart of Savannah, you’ll find this fun little beach town. Rent bikes to explore the area and make sure to stop and see the famous lighthouse. It’s a great beach to walk along the small dunes. If you visit during a warmer season, some of the beach entrances have boxes full of children’s beach toys. I thought this was a pretty cool feature. You can borrow a floatie or tools to build a sand castle, then return them to the box on your way out! 

If you’d like an affordable drink at a divey surfer bar, head over to Huc-A-Poos. This bar is a favorite among tourists and locals. They have indoor and outdoor seating – choose your own spot. They also have bar foods, like nachos and cheesy bread, as well as pizza.

Go Shopping!
-Browse some native Savannah shops like One Fish, Two Fish, Custard, or The Paris Market.
-Vintage shops East and Up Vintage and Vintage Vortex can also have some good finds!
-Savannah Bee makes my absolute favorite hand and body creams. They also do mead tastings – 6 samples for $16 is the base price and sell honey. Not only are their products great, they’re both rich and smell amazing, but their mission is to help protect bees.
-Story Fragrance Library is a great place for a bachelorette party. Make your own perfume or candle for $45 per person. You can also bring your own drinks.