Kamann's Guidebook
Food scene
This is a great place that isn't a tourist trap if you're hungry! The kids eat more here than any other place we go. You can order off of the menu or do the buffet. The mural on the wall really give it character :))
44 locals recommend
Sunrise Restaurant
1511 Butler AveThis is a great place that isn't a tourist trap if you're hungry! The kids eat more here than any other place we go. You can order off of the menu or do the buffet. The mural on the wall really give it character :))
This place always has live music. We go here for the laid-back atmosphere more than the quality of food. But the food IS good. The kids run around and play with all the games they have.
26 locals recommend
Chamacos Tacos & Surf
1105 Butler AveThis place always has live music. We go here for the laid-back atmosphere more than the quality of food. But the food IS good. The kids run around and play with all the games they have.
This is a local favorite. Authentic Italian you won't find downtown. It's a cool artsy neighborhood of Savannah. There is a River Street Sweets in walking distance. Easy parking.
15 locals recommend
Bella's Italian Cafe
4420 Habersham StThis is a local favorite. Authentic Italian you won't find downtown. It's a cool artsy neighborhood of Savannah. There is a River Street Sweets in walking distance. Easy parking.
The best pizza in the middle of City Market downtown. (they have a great salad too). Near any and everything you would want to do.
116 locals recommend
Vinnie Van GoGo's
317 W Bryan StThe best pizza in the middle of City Market downtown. (they have a great salad too). Near any and everything you would want to do.
We are friends with the owner of this place, Alexandre. He moved here from France and gave up his job as an engineer to begin his baking business.
12 locals recommend
Le Café Gourmet - French Bakery and Café
53 Montgomery StWe are friends with the owner of this place, Alexandre. He moved here from France and gave up his job as an engineer to begin his baking business.
This is the best date night/ adult dinner spot. We go here without the kids. We hate when we can't get a reservation, so book in advance!
98 locals recommend
Sundae Cafe
304 1st StThis is the best date night/ adult dinner spot. We go here without the kids. We hate when we can't get a reservation, so book in advance!
A local favorite. Better than the beach restaurants on Tybee, and you don't have to make the drive.
25 locals recommend
Flying Fish Bar & Grill
7906 US-80A local favorite. Better than the beach restaurants on Tybee, and you don't have to make the drive.
This place is fun! They have sweets - including gluten free options. It is fun for the kids to paint while you enjoy a coffee. It's fun for adults without kids. It's just a cool place.
34 locals recommend
Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe
1514 Bull StThis place is fun! They have sweets - including gluten free options. It is fun for the kids to paint while you enjoy a coffee. It's fun for adults without kids. It's just a cool place.
I'm not a huge BBQ person - but people who are - love this place. Plus, it's right around the corner. It's award winning!
22 locals recommend
Wiley's Championship BBQ
4700 U.S. 80I'm not a huge BBQ person - but people who are - love this place. Plus, it's right around the corner. It's award winning!
This place is nice and doesn’t take reservations which actually is a good thing if the city is crowded. We love it! Not kid friendly.
48 locals recommend
Chive Sea Bar and Lounge
4 W Broughton StThis place is nice and doesn’t take reservations which actually is a good thing if the city is crowded. We love it! Not kid friendly.
We love to go sit at the bar. We always get the meat and cheese trays and drinks.
63 locals recommend
Alligator Soul Restaurant
114 Barnard StWe love to go sit at the bar. We always get the meat and cheese trays and drinks.
If you’re in midtown for any reason, this is a great place to get breakfast, brunch, or lunch!
9 locals recommend
Midtown Deli & Bagel Shop
7805 Abercorn StIf you’re in midtown for any reason, this is a great place to get breakfast, brunch, or lunch!
The doughnuts are a Savannah classic. Not really worth going out of your way, but good if you’re nearby!
Baker's Pride Bakery
840 E Derenne AveThe doughnuts are a Savannah classic. Not really worth going out of your way, but good if you’re nearby!
Huc-A-Poos Bites and Booze
1213 US-80Pizza and salad on Tybee.
Good brunch. Great location on Broughton. Easy parking. Pancake burners on the table.
28 locals recommend
The Funky Brunch Cafe
304 E Broughton StGood brunch. Great location on Broughton. Easy parking. Pancake burners on the table.
You can’t come to Savannah without stopping here. My favorite of all the candy shops!
9 locals recommend
Savannah's Candy Kitchen
318 West St. Julian StreetYou can’t come to Savannah without stopping here. My favorite of all the candy shops!
Sightseeing
This is SO FUN! Maybe not so fun if you don't like alcohol. You get a tour of downtown while also having fun.
12 locals recommend
Savannah Slow Ride
420 W Bryan StThis is SO FUN! Maybe not so fun if you don't like alcohol. You get a tour of downtown while also having fun.
- Download the Tybee Parking App before you go.
- Do not get caught with trash on the beach. Bring a bag to put it in.
- Do not get caught with glass on the beach. Just don't bring it.
- North Beach is where most locals go. You can go there and catch a surf competition and eat at the North Beach grill. There are bathrooms.
- 3rd Street is where you can get chair and umbrella service. Sometimes it's worth it when you don't want to do all the work. You can walk up to "The Deck" to get food and drinks.
- We go to 6th street. You can still walk to "The Deck" from here.
- The Tybee pier is fun, the shopping is junky and fun. Everything you would want from a beach trip. BUT it gets really crowded on the beach and in the water during the summer.
- The back river is calm and full of locals. A totally different vibe if you're looking for something exclusive.
- South beach - It is very dangerous. People drown here every year because they do not read the HUGE SIGNS. It looks like a large beach but the tide comes in very fast out of nowhere. It creates an undertow and just - avoid south beach.
300 locals recommend
Tybee Island
- Download the Tybee Parking App before you go.
- Do not get caught with trash on the beach. Bring a bag to put it in.
- Do not get caught with glass on the beach. Just don't bring it.
- North Beach is where most locals go. You can go there and catch a surf competition and eat at the North Beach grill. There are bathrooms.
- 3rd Street is where you can get chair and umbrella service. Sometimes it's worth it when you don't want to do all the work. You can walk up to "The Deck" to get food and drinks.
- We go to 6th street. You can still walk to "The Deck" from here.
- The Tybee pier is fun, the shopping is junky and fun. Everything you would want from a beach trip. BUT it gets really crowded on the beach and in the water during the summer.
- The back river is calm and full of locals. A totally different vibe if you're looking for something exclusive.
- South beach - It is very dangerous. People drown here every year because they do not read the HUGE SIGNS. It looks like a large beach but the tide comes in very fast out of nowhere. It creates an undertow and just - avoid south beach.
This is a new area. My husband installed the emergency radio system when they were building it. It is the latest and greatest hot spot in Savannah. There are multiple places to eat, shopping, and rooftop views.
76 locals recommend
JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District
400 W River StThis is a new area. My husband installed the emergency radio system when they were building it. It is the latest and greatest hot spot in Savannah. There are multiple places to eat, shopping, and rooftop views.
This was always my favorite place to go as a kid. We love to eat at Vinny Van Go Go's and then get candy at the candy shop. There is usually live music and a lot happening here.
168 locals recommend
City Market
219 W Bryan StThis was always my favorite place to go as a kid. We love to eat at Vinny Van Go Go's and then get candy at the candy shop. There is usually live music and a lot happening here.
Forsyth Park
2 W Gaston StEntertainment
This is a great place for adults and kids. Not a must-see, but it has mini golf, drinks, batting cages, etc. Would be a great stop if you have enough time.
18 locals recommend
Bogeys Sports Bar & Mini Golf
7890 US-80This is a great place for adults and kids. Not a must-see, but it has mini golf, drinks, batting cages, etc. Would be a great stop if you have enough time.
This is more than baseball! It is the most fun you will have all year! Google the first base coach and you will understand! All you can eat tickets. If you can get them! Check Facebook.
18 locals recommend
Savannah Bananas
1401 E Victory DrThis is more than baseball! It is the most fun you will have all year! Google the first base coach and you will understand! All you can eat tickets. If you can get them! Check Facebook.
Savannah Children's Museum
655 Louisville RdMiss Judy the Charter Boat
124 Palmetto DrDeep sea fishing! Book in advance.
The views!! Enjoy drinks while the kids slide (until 6pm). After that, adults only. Feels more like Europe!
33 locals recommend
Electric Moon Skytop Lounge + Moon Deck
500 W River StThe views!! Enjoy drinks while the kids slide (until 6pm). After that, adults only. Feels more like Europe!
Leisure
There is a great playground, ample free space, and a soft track for running and walking.
31 locals recommend
Daffin Park
1 E Victory DrThere is a great playground, ample free space, and a soft track for running and walking.
There is a walking trail around the ymca and a great park for kids. Neither require a membership.
8 locals recommend
Islands Branch YMCA
66 Johnny Mercer BlvdThere is a walking trail around the ymca and a great park for kids. Neither require a membership.
City advice
What to pack
It's HOT!!!
It is very hot and humid in Savannah. Most people aren't prepared for that. In the summer - there will never be a time that it's okay to wear pants. Pack light! :)
Book before you go
Sundae Cafe Reservations
This is the best restaurant for adults/dates. But, make sure you book in advance!
Customs and culture
No trash or glass on the beach
Do not be caught with trash or glass on the beach. You will be FINED HEAVILY! Also, no dogs.