3 Days Solo in Savannah: What to Do & See!

This morning I sat down to write a completely different blog post. When I logged in, I was scrolling through my queue and realized something insane: I never wrote truly wrote about my Solo Southern Road Trip!

Despite already writing multiple blog posts on Savannah, Charleston, and Asheville… I completely bypassed writing about how I got there, where I stayed and what I did.

So, welcome to my 3 Days Solo in Savannah makeup post!

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3 Days Solo in Savannah

A few years ago, I read an article in Town & Country on Savannah’s Historic Homes and that’s what put it on my bucket list. I am an absolute sucker for history, charm, and architecture. When I read that Savannah is the United States’ most haunted city, that sealed the deal and I was determined to go… never did I imagine I would end up there over the Halloween weekend!

How to get to Savannah

For this trip, I flew into SAV from Albuquerque, NM (after staying with my Aunt the week prior). So, getting there wasn’t too long of a flight. However, it turned out to be one of the most turbulent flights I’ve ever been on, due to a wind storm through the south. It caused dips/drops during the entire flight.

If you’re new here, this may surprise you as I’m a travel blogger but… I hate turbulence.

Once we touched the ground (hallelujah!), I picked up my rental car and started the drive into the city. Sometimes it’s nerve-wracking driving to a new city alone. You don’t know what to expect but the drive from the airport was super easy! Especially compared to driving through Seattle.

Savannah is an OLD city. Well, old for America. It’s not filled with skyscrapers everywhere and doesn’t have the hustle and bustle of other cities I’ve explored. It’s true low-country and you can feel it.

Long Story, Short:

• Travel options: Flying into SAV or driving from a nearby state.
• Car Rental: Easy from the airport.

Where to Stay in Savannah

I stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn Midtown, which was perfect for my stay. Since I had a car, I didn’t need to stay on the waterfront or have to worry about public transportation.

Midtown is roughly a 10-minute drive to Downtown Historic Savannah and I felt completely comfortable in the area.

Pros & cons to staying Downtown:

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What to do in Savannah

Surprising enough, there is a ton to do in Savannah. It’s a very outdoorsy city and also active. So, there’s always something going on at the famous Forsyth Park and the waterfront.

Day One

After getting a long night’s sleep at my hotel and utilizing their gym in the morning, I was starving and ready to get some breakfast. I ended up going to the only vegan restaurant in Savannah: Fox & Fig! It was one of the yummiest dishes I had on my entire trip. If I wasn’t so adamant about trying new places, I would have eaten there for every meal.

I walked toward the waterfront and wandered for a few hours. Popping into Gallery 209, where I bought a beautiful iron swirl corkscrew opener and ogled over the local Savannian art. I made a point to see the riverboat and take in the view of the bridge and wonderful cobblestone roads. I loved honey tasting at Savannah Bee Co. and getting a pick-me-up iced coffee at Vic’s on the River.

Then I drove over to Wax & Wane for an eyebrow appointment I made the week prior, desperate for a quality waxing. Absolute 10 out of 10 recommend this woman-owned business and any of these estheticians. I love supporting locals on my travels!

One of the highlights of my entire road trip was the Savannah Bike Tour I took in the afternoon. I learned so much history in 2 hours and got to see everything! From Forrest Gump filming locations, where Jingle Bells was written, the house from Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil, and, of course, all about The Olde Pink House!

I ended my day at B Matthews Eatery with fried green tomatoes, a cocktail, and a bacon burger with sweet potato fries that were to die for.

Day Two

The next morning, I got in another workout, made coffee in my room, filled my water bottle, grabbed my snacks, and drove to my next tour! This one took place early at Bonaventure Cemetary. Did I mention day two was Halloween?! #ImNotScaredYoureScared!

I also booked this activity through Viator and it was, yet again, so easy. It was a great 2-hour tour filled with history and local information. To be honest, I made a decision not to go to any plantations while I was on this trip. I quickly found it near impossible and I didn’t know this cemetery was built on one until midway through the tour. So, do keep that in mind before you book. Regardless of that, my guide, Dawn, was sensational! I can only hope that you are lucky enough to get her.

Next, I decided to take myself on a little walking tour of downtown again. I wanted to get some exercise so, I turned on an audiobook and went hunting to find Juliette Low’s birth home, the first girl scout headquarters (as I was one!), and The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist.

After I got my steps in, it was time to indulge in a rooftop bar! I walked to Peragrin where I got a cocktail (okay okay, I got two) and took in the view while enjoying my audiobook. It was the most beautiful day! I loved the wallpaper in the elevator, their Berry Cocktail, and the wonderful servers who were kind enough to take my picture.

As it was Halloween, I had a very late-night tour booked. So, I went back to the hotel and took a catnap before getting dinner. In honesty, I didn’t love my meal. Sometimes waterfront restaurants are known better for the view and not the food. Alas, we cannot win them all! Right?

My last activity was a special Halloween Spirits and Scoundrels Ghost Tour at 10 pm. Since it was late, I was a bit nervous to do this alone. I may or may not have run to my rental car after. 🤣

Despite my fear, I learned so much about why Savannah is considered the most haunted city in the US and also a ton about the local tragedies. It did have a few repeats from my bike tour but it was still educational and fun. I loved being in a bigger group and felt safe once making friends with a couple. It was worth it.

Day Three

As this was my last day, I kept it pretty short. I booked a photographer in the morning and I got some great photos I wouldn’t have been able to take myself. We went back to the Olde Pink House, the Riverside one last time, and Forsyth Park (which I fell in love with). I got photos in front of the fountain and ended at a coffee shop next to the Gingerbread House.

Foxy Loxy Café had a 💣 iced americano and an assortment of vegan baked good options. I grabbed a cookie and a brownie before heading out to the next stop on my road trip!

Trip Highlights

• Fox & Fig
• Savannah Bike Tour
• The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist
• Peragrin
• Foxy Loxy Café

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Writing this post made me so happy and nostalgic. I already want to go back!

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Happy Travels, Dolls.

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