Top Instagrammable Places in Savannah, GA
Planning a trip to Savannah, Georgia soon? You will absolutely love it! Savannah may be the oldest city in Georgia, but it’s one of the most beautiful. From streets lined with oak trees and Spanish moss, to stunning colonial architecture and cobblestone roads, Savannah is full of photo opportunities! Here are some of the top Instagrammable places in Savannah:
Forsyth Park
Any guide to Savannah will have Forsyth Park at the top of their list. What I like to call Savannah’s own version of Central Park, Forsyth Park is the largest park in the city. The park spans about 30 acres, so it’s the perfect spot for some relaxing, picnics, reading, sports (tennis and basketball courts on South end), or just simply people watching. There’s always something going on at the park, but for the best photo spot, head over to the Forsyth Park Fountain. The Forsyth Park Fountain can be found at the North End by entering on Bull St/Gaston St. You can spot the fountain from the entrance, and the path that leads up the fountain is just as photogenic as the fountain itself. This spot kind of reminds me of the Bethesda Fountain and the Mall at Central Park, doesn’t it? For less crowds, make sure to visit early morning or at sunset.
Chippewa Square
Spot look a bit familiar? If you’ve seen the movie Forrest Gump, this spot may ring a bell. It’s where the bench scene at the beginning of the movie was filmed. Though the actual bench used was just a prop and is no longer here, this is still one of the most popular attractions in Savannah and a perfect spot for a photo. Chippewa Square is just one of 22 squares in Savannah’s downtown, so after walking through Chippewa, wander around and you will come across many more equally beautiful and peaceful squares.
Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
One of the top Instagrammable places in Savannah is definitely the stunning Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Located next to Lafayette Square, this is the largest church in Savannah. It’s open for self-guided tours from 9-11:30am and then again at 12:45-4:30pm. While I didn’t get a chance to visit the interior, the exterior is just as stunning, especially if you get a shot from the square, where the trees frame the steeples perfectly.
The Six Pence Pub
London in Savannah? Just a block over from Chippewa Square you’ll find this cute, red telephone booth next to the Six Pence Pub. I suggest visiting in the morning prior to their opening. They bring out their outdoor seating, so you don’t want to get any people in the background 😉
Savannah Theatre
Located on Chippewa Square, the Savannah Theatre is one of the oldest theaters in the U.S. and it still operates today. I actually had to wait about 30 minutes to get this photo in front of the theatre, because there was a toddler ballerina recital going on that morning! If you take the trolley tour around Savannah, this will be one of the stops, where you will also get to “meet William Jay” (the trolley tour includes people impersonating famous figures from Savannah’s history). William Jay designed the Savannah Theatre, as well as the Telfair Mansion and the Owens-Thomas House, two other famous attractions in Savannah.
Rainbow Row
A very small, but still cute photo spot: Rainbow Row. All this “row” really is is just three homes with pastel shutters next to each other, but if you’re walking around, it’s a nice brief spot for photos. Most of the time there will be cars parked right in front, so you may not be able to get all three homes in one shot!
Jones Street
A spot I wouldn’t have known about if I hadn’t taken the trolley tour — Jones St. According to my trolley guide, Jones St is one of the prettiest streets in all of Savannah, and one of the oldest. The layout hasn’t changed much in the last century, so you will get to see lots of beautiful historic homes lining the streets. Make sure to get off the trolley at Forsyth Park and wander around here, it’s an easy walk north of the park!
River Street
A trip to the historic district would not be complete without a day spent wandering around the water front. River Street is one of the last stops on the trolley tour, and definitely one of my favorites. River Street is one of the more liveliest spots in downtown Savannah. From souvenir shops, to great restaurants and more, you cannot miss River Street. You’ll also find outdoor markets along the water, for some handmade goods. You can also catch the famous Savannah Riverboat here for brunch and dinner cruises. I didn’t go on one of the cruises on this trip, but I did get to catch a photo in front of the steamboat after it docked.
Tybee Island Lighthouse
A perfect day trip from downtown Savannah, Tybee Island is a great spot to have a little beach escape. If you plan to make a day of it, I suggest renting a car, as I learned getting an Uber back off the island is nearly impossible, and the Tybee Island taxi charges nearly $100 for a ride back to Savannah. Two of the top spots to check out on the island — the boardwalk and the lighthouse. I didn’t rent a car so I only got to check out the lighthouse, as the boardwalk is not within walking distance. Tickets cost $12, and you get to spend as much time as you’d like here. You can also climb all the way to the top to get 360 views of Tybee Island, but beware of gnats everywhere!
Click here for visitor information: https://www.tybeelighthouse.org
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Possibly one of the most recognized spots when you look up photos of Savannah — Wormsloe State Historic Site is where you’ll find that long breathtaking road framed by oak trees and Spanish moss which lead up to the Wormsloe ruins. Wormsloe was an estate of a Georgia carpenter and is now open to the public for $11.25 a ticket. The space is more of a hiking trail, so there isn’t really much to do here, but if you’re into spending a day out in nature, this is perfect for you. You can easily see this road of oak trees from the entrance, but you still need to pay the entrance fee if you just want to take photos at the spot below. If you’re taking Uber, keep in mind the entrance is about a mile from the rest area/gift shop and entrance to the hiking trails. So, if you don’t want to walk, as your Uber to drop you off at the gift shop entrance. Also, be careful when taking photos here, as this is a two way street.
Bonaventure Cemetery
If you’ve read Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, then you’ll probably recognize this spot: Bonaventure Cemetery. Located just 25 mins outside of Savannah, this is one of the prettiest and most well known cemeteries in the world. Unfortunately, it rained a lot during the weekend I was in Savannah, so I wasn’t able to visit. There was an entire room dedicated to this cemetery in the Telfair Museum.
Savannah turned out to be one of my favorite cities, with a perfect mix of busyness in the downtown area and peacefulness just on the outskirts of the city. Such a charming city with photo spots at every corner you turn, make sure to add Savannah to your list! If you know of any more cool photo spots to add, let me know in the comments!
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