Reasons to Visit Savannah in the Summer

To really beat the heat and enjoy some cold AC during the more intense summer afternoons, explore the museums and house tours that Savannah has sprinkled throughout the squares. Whether you want to spend the day learning the unique history at the American Prohibition Museum or roam through old mansions like the Davenport House and Andrew Low House, there’s a house museum waiting for you.

Grab your favorite colorful tumbler, fill it with water and journey through this walkable city. Instead of skyscrapers and busy traffic noise, Savannah offers 23 squares and parks, not to mention the iconic Forsyth Park, sprinkled throughout the Historic Landmark District. Take a relaxing walk, sip a to-go cocktail, pack a picnic or simply close your eyes and embrace the warm breeze. You'll be hard-pressed to find anything more delightful on a summer day in Savannah!

We’re proud of our close access to the salty water that surrounds us, and during the summer, tourists and locals take advantage. Visitors can easily spend a day at Savannah's beach on Tybee Island. Secure a spot, apply the sunscreen and get your tan on. Kiddies can play in the sand or frolic in the waves, while adults can lounge around in the cool water. For the curious, comb the beach’s sand for hidden treasures, like unique shells, smooth sea glass or even shark teeth, with Tybee Shark Teeth Tours! For the marine biologists, take a beach ecology tour with Dr. Joe or visit the knowledgeable and delightful staff at the Tybee Island Marine Science Center.

The waters surrounding Savannah and Tybee Island offer a new perspective on our coastline! Whether you're into a charting adventure with Sundial Charters or Bull River Marina, a delightful dinner cruise aboard a Savannah Riverboat Cruise or catching glimpses of Tybee's resident lovable dolphins on a tour with Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure Tour,  you'll have plenty of water experiences to choose from this summer!

Did you know that the waters around Tybee Island have been called some of the best rivers to kayak because of their tidal changes? Check out Sea Kayak Georgia. You can explore Georgia's secret waters, Little Tybee's nature preserve and become one with the coastal wildlife by kayak. You could even rent surfboards or boats for a day out on the water.