5 Stops Over Four Hours in Savannah Georgia

After a relaxing weekend in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina I had the pleasure of enjoying four hours in Savannah before my evening flight. The spring leaves were in full bloom and I have rarely seen such an amazing display of greenery everywhere I looked. Depending on how much time […]

After a relaxing weekend in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina I had the pleasure of enjoying four hours in Savannah before my evening flight. The spring leaves were in full bloom and I have rarely seen such an amazing display of greenery everywhere I looked. Depending on how much time you have, there’s plenty to do but here’s the 5 ways I spent my time in the beautiful southern city.

1. Savannah Forsyth Fountain: Drayton street & East Park Ave Savannah, GA 31401

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We parked (for free on Huntingdon street) and took a stroll in the surrounding streets. Homes were covered in vines and gardens were filled with flowers. The fountain itself is lovely as is exploring the park.

Pro tip: There’s a restroom and cofffee should you need either at the cafe in the center

2.  Savannah’s Candy Kitchen

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They make fresh pralines right in front of you and give out free samples. They also have a variety of other sweets and treats including saltwater taffy and southern specialties. Grab your sweets and then head outside for a walk down River Street.

3.  River Street Walk

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This quaint brick walk is filled with souvenir shops, artists, musicians and restaurants. I enjoyed some of the saltwater taffy with a view of  The Talmadge Memorial Bridge is a bridge in the distance. There’s a great local vendor weaving and selling baskets and flower bouquets as well.

4. Moon River Brewing Company

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Next we stopped at the Moon River Brewing Company. The draft selection is lighthearted with selections like “Yoga Pants”  and “Swamp Fox.” We enjoyed a Belgian Style Ale called the “Wild Wacky Wit” and a Classic English Style Pale Ale called “Apparition Ale.”

Pro Tip: You can walk the streets of Savannah with your beverage of choice! So take your Mint Julep or Brew to go!

5. Tequila Town

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Our final stop was a late lunch at local Mexican joint Tequila’s Town. They have a great well lit space with great art deco and well lit dining areas. You can enjoy $18 pitchers of margaritas (which you can take part of to go should time allow) and a great variety of Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. We had a Taco Salad and and a Shrimp Quesadilla. They also make guacamole tableside which is an added reason to give this spot a try over all the other options.

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