Do you need a rental car to get around Savannah?

Do you really need a rental car for your Savannah vacation? The short answer is - no! Breathe a sigh of relief, relax your shoulders, and check out these unique and fun ways to explore Savannah's historic district! What many people don't realize is that Savannah's historic district is only two square miles!



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Savannah is an extremely walkable city that is perfect for strolling, but sometimes it's nice to give your feet a rest and take a ride through the city. Adventurers – this one's for you! Make the most of your vacation with these fabulous ways to get around Savannah.

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Most Savannah itineraries you'll find online are probably for 3 days in Savannah. And it's true that you *can* squeeze all the highlights into just 3 days, to either fit into a long weekend, or to tack on to a longer vacation that also includes Charleston or Hilton Head.

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Whether you want to travel by train or bus, both Amtrak and Greyhound Bus Lines have locations in Savannah. Once you arrive at either station, Tybee Island is just a 30-minute drive to Tybee Island. Visit Amtrak's website or Greyhound Bus Line's website to get started.

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Savannah's very walkable, so no matter where you stay, you can easily see all 3 places during your visit. View our interactive map to get more perspective on the distances. City Market is one of the most-visited attractions in Savannah, GA, featuring artists working in their lofts and exhibiting works for sale.

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The west side of Savannah is dangerous; however, many good and bad neighborhoods are intertwined, so you always have to be vigilant. We live on Skidaway Island which is in south Savannah and is very safe. If you stay in the historic district downtown…you will be fine!

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Take a Tour Or take a specialized tour—there are many that cater to specific interests, from the African-American experience in Savannah to the city's culinary tradition. Jump on a trolley—and read up on various special-interest experiences—at the Savannah Visitors Information Center.

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Famed for its laid-back beaches, a picturesque back river area, and its somewhat turbulent history, there's plenty to do on Tybee Island for beach goers, active travelers, and history buffs alike! Tybee is also one of the closest beaches to Savannah, since it's only a 25-minute drive from the city.

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Both have an extensive history, beaches nearby, and plantations to visit (though Charleston has more beaches and more plantations). Savannah's downtown is more walkable and feels immersed in nature. Charleston's is bigger, so there's more to do, but it'll take much longer if you plan on walking.

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Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport serves the city of Savannah, Georgia, and handles around 2.8 million travelers annually. SAV Airport is about a 17-minute drive in ideal road and traffic conditions from downtown Savannah, which is located 10 miles (16 kilometers) from the airport.

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K–Shuttle is the official scheduled shuttle service from the airport to Hilton Head Island and Savannah area resorts.

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