Savannah, Georgia RTX Weekend Escape
Savannah is a coastal city where Southern charm is manifested through art, architecture, boutiques, cuisine and cocktails, all set amidst a backdrop of alluring history and walkability. Relax in this enclave of rich history full of wonderful colors, tastes, sights and smells. Envelop your senses in this city that shines, any time of the year. Welcome to Savannah.
DAY 1
Enjoy your morning at Forsyth Park and its magical Spanish moss-draped oak trees and classical fountain. The park also features a fragrant garden for the blind, two playgrounds, a café, and Saturday farmer’s market. Savannah’s art scene is on display at the Savannah College of Art and Design, where student work is exhibited and rotated based on the academic term, along with its own store on Madison Square. Alternatively, check out the latest exhibits at the JepsonCenter for the Arts, designed by internationally-
acclaimed architect Moshe Safdie. The center focuses on modern and contemporary collections but doesn’t stray from classical European masters, either. There’s also a hands-on children’s museum space and daily drop-in studio with activities for all ages. Continue your cultural stroll with Architectural Tours of Savannah, a walking tour showcasing the city’s history throughout 300 years. For dinner, try The Grey, a former Greyhound Bus Station that’s been turned into a highly-acclaimed restaurant.
GETTING THERE
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, located 10 miles west of the city, serves seven airlines with multiple flights per day. There are a variety of rental car companies, taxis, limousines and motor coaches that also service the airport. For those driving, I-95 runs through the city north to south and I-16 brings visitors in from the west.
PICTURED This Page: The fountain at Forsyth Park Opposite page, left to right: the historical Cotton Exchange Building downtown, Tybee Island lighthouse, and the Savannah river front.
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