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36 Best Places to See in Savannah, GA, for First-Time Travelers

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36 Best Places to See in Savannah, GA, for First-Time Travelers

Introduction - Savannah is a city rooted in centuries of history. With its rich history and beautiful coasts, Savannah has many landmarks...

 

Hear spooky tales on a Savannah ghost tour

Place To See 1 - Due to its rich history, it's no surprise there are many spooky tales connected to Savannah. If you want to...

 

Explore the Savannah Historic District

Place To See 2 - The Savannah Historic District is a Georgia landmark that's also one of the largest historic districts in the United States...

 

Dare to explore Bonaventure Cemetery

Place To See 3 - While it may sound strange, Bonaventure Cemetery is a highly popular tourist attraction in the city. This Savannah historic site...

 

Shop, dine, and more at City Market

Place To See 4 - Savannah's City Market is a bustling open-air marketplace that has been operating since the 1700s. Today, you can find independent...

 
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Get ice cream at Leopold's Ice Cream

Place To See 5 - Leopold's Ice Cream is a popular dessert destination in Savannah that you should definitely stop by if you have a...

 
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Take a ghost tour at the Sorrel Weed House

Place To See 6 - Constructed in 1835 by architect Charles B. Cluskey, the Sorrel Weed House is one of many supposedly haunted sites in...

 
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Tour the Mercer-Williams House

Place To See 7 - Located in the Savannah Historic District, the Mercer-Williams House is an iconic landmark with an interesting history. The Mercer House...

 
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Travel back in time at Old Fort Jackson

Place To See 8 - Old Fort Jackson sits on the Savannah River and was constructed in 1812. It was added to the National Register...

 
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Walk along River Street

Place To See 9 - Wandering along River Street can't be missed when in the city! The cobblestone street runs along the Savannah River and...

 
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Dine at The Olde Pink House Restaurant

Place To See 10 - The Olde Pink House Restaurant is one of the most well-known eateries in the city. The restaurant is housed in...

 

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