Savannah, she’s a Steel Magnolia, both historic and hip. She’s a lady with a past both elegant and eccentric and she’s the perfect destination for a girlfriends getaway. Here, the possibilities for fun are endless. Savannah awaits your visit and promises a vacation you’ll be talking about for years.
First stop: The Savannah Visitor Information Center and Savannah History Museum showcase the city’s history from its founding in 1733 to the present day. Inside, you can see exhibits about the Revolutionary War Battle of Savannah, rare dugout canoes from the 1800s and a changing exhibit of women’s fashions from the 19th and 20th centuries. The museum is also home to Forrest Gump’s bench, one of Johnny Mercer’s Oscar Awards and a carriage owned by the family of Girl Scouts founder Juliette Gordon Low. Other exhibits include weapons and military uniforms, as well as items from Savannah’s railway history. Visitors may also enjoy our plush theatre and film presentation, "Savannah the Survivor."
Take a Tour: Get to know SavannahGA by experiencing a city tour, either on a period-style trolley or with one of our highly trained step-on-guides. Tours last about two hours and will help your group get better acquainted with our genteel Southern beauty. It will also give them a sample of the attractions they may want to explore later on their own.
Lunch: Savannah has several dining establishments to tempt your group’s taste buds. Catch the beautiful views from River Street, enjoy the quirky charm of the City Market or choose one of the many restaurants nestled along the quiet streets of the city’s Historic District.
A Charming Afternoon: Step back in time and experience the charm classes a true Southern lady would have been required to attend and learn how traditions, etiquette and style transcend time. First, a Southern lady is never fully dressed without her “chapeau” and the choice of a hat not only makes a statement of who you are but also indicates where you might be going! Tales of the South will present a hat fashion show featuring the finest in fashion hats of the South. Enjoy hats from Scarlet’s closet, and Jackie O’s dressing room to what is new today. Next, hear the history of the fan, the instrument of conversation for men and women in the high-browed 1800s and enjoy an elegant afternoon Victorian tea.
Progressive Dinner: Sample a wonderful variety of Lowcountry cuisine by taking your group on a progressive dinner in the Historic District. Start out with specially mixed drinks at Bacchus Wine Lounge then move on to tapas appetizers at Jazz’d Tapas Bar. Venture over to your main meal at Belford’s Savannah Seafood & Steak for seafood and steak in City Market. End the meal with something sweet by walking over to Lulu’s Chocolate Bar and enjoy one of the many unique desserts or drinks.
Sensational Spas: Start the day relaxing in one of Savannah’s spas! It’s the perfect way to begin the day refreshed and ready to take in more of the city’s wonderful sites and activities.
Lunch: Savor Savannah, after your spa morning, treat yourself to a culinary delight while taking in one of our fabulous cooking classes. The 700 Kitchen Cooking School is located within the Mansion on Forsyth Park, an original 1880s mansion and is a state-of-the art culinary facility dedicated to bringing entertaining and engaging cooking programs to the home chef-hobbyist. Chef Joe Randall’s Cooking School is also a top pick for those wishing to learn everything from Creole cooking to preparing a gourmet meal.
Shopping, Shopping, Shopping: Savannah is your guilty pleasure for vintage treasures. Explore more than 100 shops along Savannah’s Waterfront. Browse through the small shops and art galleries in City Market and hunt for the truly unique on Broughton Street and the hidden alleyways that crisscross the Savannah Historic District.
Dinner: After such fun and relaxation, have a casual bite on River Street or in City Market. They have all types of casual and upscale dining options. Seafood, steaks and light fare can all be found in the restored cotton warehouses that are home to some of Savannah’s favorite restaurants.
Hot Savannah Nights: The fun doesn’t stop yet, take advantage of Savannah’s exciting and diverse nightlife. Join an ever-popular Haunted Pub Crawl, where modern day “spirits” mix with our long-departed ones! Or be entertained at venues like the Savannah Smiles Dueling Piano Saloon. There’s plenty to choose from after the sun goes down!
A City of Culture: Make an early morning stop by The Telfair Museum, which traces its history from 1886 when the Telfair family home opened to the public as an art museum and school. It now boasts three diverse sites -- the original building, the Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, a National Historic Landmark building; the Owens-Thomas House, also a National Historic Landmark; and the recently completed Jepson Center for the Arts, a contemporary building which houses 20th and 21st century art.
Visit Savannah’s Beach: Take a drive down to the beach and get a tan during your stay. Tybee Island is just a 20-minute drive from downtown Savannah. Here the girls can walk through some of the local stores for eclectic gifts to take home and enjoy a long walk on the beach.
Lunch: After such an exciting morning your group is sure to work up an appetite. Try Tybee’s local fare at The Sugar Shack, the Crab Shack or Fannie’s on the Beach. These are among the great choices for your students to have a fun lunch!
Savannah Theatre: Head back to town and end your trip with a musical at the Savannah Theatre. The theatre has several different productions throughout the year that are sure to entertain every member of your group.
Dinner: It’s important to make your last meal count. Enjoy dining at its finest at some of Savannah’s most enticing restaurants. Alligator Soul and 45 Bistro are just two of your many choices to dine on your last night in Savannah.
