Savannah: Historic District Overview on Foot
Dive beyond Savannah's pretty facade and immerse yourself in the detailed history of Georgia's oldest city.
Editor's tip. The Wiener Dog Races run on the second Saturday at 11:00 on the Riverwalk; arrive early for a rail spot and stay for the stein-holding contest.
Plan the days around it
Book Oktoberfest at Plant Riverside District: tours and experiences
Oktoberfest at Plant Riverside District runs 3 to 11 October. These are the food tours and tastings in Savannah to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Savannah: Historic Districts & Bonaventure Private Tour
Experience Savannah like a local from beautiful homes to stunning historic sites, let us show you the best Savannah has to offer - both inside and outside the Historic...
Savannah: Historic District Foodie Walking Tour
Discover historic Savannah on a guided foodie tour. Learn about the city's fascinating history, elegant architecture, and unique culture, with food tastings at 6 of th...
Location
Address: Plant Riverside District, 400 W River St, Savannah, GA 31401
Also in historic-district
Shalom Y'all Jewish Food Festival ★ 4.0
Congregation Mickve Israel's Shalom Y'all Jewish Food Festival fills Monterey Square for one November Sunday with pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, potato latkes, matzo ball soup, shawarma and honey cake.
Tip: Runs 11:00 to 16:00 with free entry and food sold by the plate; close to 4,000 people come, so eat the latkes early, then tour the 1878 synagogue.
Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade and Food ★ 4.6
Savannah's St. Patrick's Day is one of the world's largest celebrations, drawing 500,000-plus to the Historic District. Green fountains, pub food, a parade.
River Street Seafood Festival ★ 4.3
River Street Seafood Festival runs the first weekend of May along the Savannah River boardwalk, with local chefs serving shrimp, oysters, crab and crawfish.
More food festivals in Savannah
8-10 Oct
Savannah Greek Festival
Greek: pastitsio, spanakopita, dolmades, souvlaki, baklava
8 Nov
Shalom Y'all Jewish Food Festival
Jewish deli: pastrami, latkes, matzo ball soup, shawarma
16-18 Mar 2027
Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade and Food
Irish-American street food, green beer, Savannah pub food
7-9 May 2027
River Street Seafood Festival
Local seafood: shrimp, crawfish, oysters, crab
28 Feb 2027
Georgia Conservancy Oyster Roast
Oysters from Sapelo Sea Farms, Georgia beer
23-24 Oct
Jekyll Island Shrimp and Grits Festival
Shrimp and grits, coastal Georgia seafood