Savannah, GA

[empty_nest]

It's that time of year (for us) to start making plans for next summer's vacation.

A couple year's ago, we traveled to Charleston, Sc and loved it. We've been tossing Savannah, Ga around as a destination. Never been there but I've been told that it's a "must". Is there anyone with local experience that can give me a little run-down on things to see/do? We love the history; ie. civil war stuff, plantations, etc.

Also thinking about staying at Skidaway Island State Park. We prefer state parks over private CG's.

Thanks.

[linnemj]

We stayed at Skidaway several years ago and enjoyed it. We also recommend doing a walking tour with "Savannah Dan". He is an ex-police officer who gives you a lot of information as you walk part of town. You can find him by searching trip Advisor for walking tours. Savannah is a beautiful city!

[kohldad]

If you enjoyed Charleston, you will love Savannah just as much. Skidaway SP is a great place to stay and my choice when in the area. Don't let those talking about bugs keep you away, it will be the same experience as Charleston.

If you like historical sites, there are also a couple nice state parks a little further south of Savannah and could be done as a day visit.

[spoon059]

Savannah is a gorgeous city with tons of history. We like to bring bikes and just ride around the city, look at the beautiful houses, the trees and Spanish moss, the gorgeous squares and open areas.

River Street is a pretty cobblestone street right along the Savannah River, lots of touristy shops and an open air market down there. A couple of blocks inland is nice shops and restaurants. Best pizza down there is Vinnie Van Go Go's (cash only). Its a great place to walk around or ride bikes around. Very pedestrian friendly in that area.

Forsyth Park is very pretty too. They have a huge playground area for kids, lots of open areas for lounging or playing ball. If I remember correctly they have a small live music in the middle. It is most well known for a beautiful fountain there too.

Its a great city to just go and meander around. We go there almost every February on the way to Florida. Its a beautiful city to visit with no real plans... just show up and enjoy the area.

Hope you have fun!!!

[azdryheat]

Skidaway was beautiful. Our space was so long I could've put two of my rigs end-to-end with room left over, lots of elbow room. We were there for a couple of nights and just did sight seeing. Love the waterfront. Took the trolley tour (sit on driver's side for the best views). Ran up to Hilton Head.

[eb145]

Skidaway Island State Park is a great campground if you like State Park type camping. Lots of live oaks and spanish moss for the canopy in the campground. Be sure to take pictures of your rig under the spanish moss.

All sites are pretty big and I believe they are all pull through spots. Some of them were upgraded a few years ago to even nicer sites, but I don't think there is a bad site there.

Enjoy your trip.

[Itching2go]

The link below might help you out. This is a thread from a prior post seeking much of the same information.

Prior thread on Savannah and Skidaway

[empty_nest]

magnusfide wrote:

Horsedoc wrote:
Going to be a bit buggy, but anytime in the summer will be bugs below North Carolina, especially around the coast. Great place to see history and enjoy some pretty good food.

Double ditto. November through March is the best time to see Savannah: mild temps and no bugs, ticks, etc. In our opinion, December is the best time to see Savannah with its holiday light shows and decorations such as the parade of boats.

For summer we stay in the mountains which have more comfortable temps and fewer gnats and mosquitoes than the coasts.

I can certainly appreciate your point of view. However, that will have to wait 'till we retire. Right now, my DW is a teacher and summers is all we have. Coming from up north we welcome the heat for a couple of weeks. Besides, I don't think I could get the RV out of the back yard right now with all the snow. lol)

[All_I_could_aff]

I spent one full day in Savannah this past January as a stopover a break on my drive to Key West. Weather was beautiful as was the whole downtown area. Lots of history as well as fun bars and restaurants. I have never been there prior to this, and it is on my list of places to return soon.

[magnusfide]

Horsedoc wrote:
Going to be a bit buggy, but anytime in the summer will be bugs below North Carolina, especially around the coast. Great place to see history and enjoy some pretty good food.

Double ditto. November through March is the best time to see Savannah: mild temps and no bugs, ticks, etc. In our opinion, December is the best time to see Savannah with its holiday light shows and decorations such as the parade of boats. Skidaway SP is a good choice.

For summer we stay in the mountains which have more comfortable temps and fewer gnats and mosquitoes than the coasts. There are a number of historic cities and towns in the mountains that are enjoyable. Just a quick thought brings up two such examples:
-Lexington, VA with its two universities dating to before the Civil War; Goshen Pass and Natural Bridge are nearby.

-Asheville, NC with the Biltmore mansion, arts community, local farms, whitewater rafting, and AT activities

[Chris_Bryant]

We stayed (not in an RV) on Tybee island, which has a nice Lighthouse and museum , Fort Scriven and battery Garland- a good at least half day. Also saw Pinpoint Heritage Museum, fascinating look at the Gullah/Geechee culture- worth the trip.

[md_procouple]

We did Savanna last spring, the neighborhood area around Paula Dean's restaurant is a nice place to spend an evening (Her Rest. is a bit pricy, and food is not that good, if you message me I'll give you the low down if you want). Good Luck and Happy Camping !!

[Horsedoc]

Going to be a bit buggy, but anytime in the summer will be bugs below North Carolina, especially around the coast. Great place to see history and enjoy some pretty good food.