River Street Tours

River Street which includes street scenes as well as a small group of people
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Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.

Discover some of Savannah’s finest shopping and dining on River Street. Take a relaxing stroll along the street and watch boats pass by on Savannah River and shop for souvenirs, local produce, books and clothing. River Street is known for some of Savannah’s best nightspots, bars and pubs.

Dine in restaurants with spectacular riverside views and take in one of the live music performances that are common in many of the bars and pubs. River Street is also near a number of historic Savannah attractions, including city squares, a nautical museum and a modern art gallery.

Emmet Park features grassy shaded areas and monuments. This small riverside park is next to River Street and is perfect for relaxing and picnicking. Notice the Chatham Artillery Monument, which honors a military unit established in the late 18th century. Other monuments include a Celtic cross dedicated to Savannah’s Irish citizens.

Many of River Street’s restaurants and retail stores are housed in historic buildings. Eat fresh seafood and modern American cuisine in a renovated warehouse. Experience classic Southern cooking with spectacular riverside views. Many of the converted warehouses on River Street date to the early 19th century.

River Street is also known for its local galleries and open-air marketplaces. Buy rare books from the early 18th century and browse a unique store selling Civil War era artifacts. River Street features two stores selling handmade candy and a store with more than 50 varieties of hand-roasted peanuts.

The Jepson Center is less than 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) from River Street. This renowned art gallery and museum features artworks by influential modern artists. See works by celebrated American painter and printmaker Jasper Johns. This exceptional museum features traveling exhibits and permanent collections that focus on thought-provoking contemporary art.

This popular street is located next to Savannah River in the historic downtown area. Stay in nearby accommodations, including self-catered apartments and luxury historic hotels. Metered street parking is available in the area.

Visit River Street for one-of-a-kind local items and some of the best seafood and Southern cooking in Savannah.

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Michael
Mar 13, 2020

So so touristy and tacky, but what do you expect?

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 15, 2020

Lots of wonderful restaurants and bars.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Dec 11, 2019

Shops are the typical, touristy, souvenir stuff. Excellent boat trip on the river.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Sep 14, 2019

I'm sure the area will be nicer once all the construction is done. Love the old buildings.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Aug 28, 2019

Huey's Restaurant was great.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jul 26, 2019

Wear good walking shoes! View alone in this area is so worth the walk plus the shops and cruises. :)

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Hyatt Regency Savannah
Hyatt Regency Savannah
4 out of 5
2 W Bay St, Savannah, GA
Hyatt Regency Savannah
Holiday Inn Express Historic District, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Historic District, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
199 E Bay St, Savannah, GA
Holiday Inn Express Historic District, an IHG Hotel
Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Marriott Savannah Riverfront
4 out of 5
100 General Mcintosh Blvd, Savannah, GA
Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
201 W Bay St, Savannah, GA
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District, an IHG Hotel
The Desoto Savannah
The Desoto Savannah
4 out of 5
15 East Liberty Street, Savannah, GA
The Desoto Savannah
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
4.5 out of 5
201 PORT STREET, Savannah, GA
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
3.5 out of 5
29 Abercorn St, Savannah, GA
Planters Inn on Reynolds Square
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
5 out of 5
400 W RIVER ST, Savannah, GA
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
Andaz Savannah - a concept by Hyatt
Andaz Savannah - a concept by Hyatt
4 out of 5
14 Barnard St, Savannah, GA
Andaz Savannah - a concept by Hyatt
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