When you bring a citywide convention to Savannah, GA, your attendees won’t just be meeting; they will be experiencing. Our dazzling destination is full of storied history, coastal cuisine, diverse entertainment, awe-inspiring attractions and so much more.
Experience citywide meetings in the standout of the South.
Over a billion dollars in tourism improvements have gone towards revamping the city’s top convention spaces, adding and upgrading historic accommodations and elevating its Southern charm appeal to bring more business.
A World-Class Facility in a Bucket-List City
The Savannah Convention Center (SCC) expansion will double its current size and capacity, drawing new business in the U.S. and worldwide. With more flexible space, this architecturally stunning waterfront complex will be able to attract a wider variety of citywide meetings and conventions to Savannah.
The expansion will double exhibit hall space to 200,000 square feet, add a 58-foot-wide hangar door, a new 40,000-square-foot ballroom, 15 meeting rooms, a 900-space parking garage, additional outdoor space and a new facility entrance with an all-glass facade.
Large citywide groups don’t have to venture far for true Southern-style cuisine when meeting at the SCC. The Center’s award-winning catering team can provide services that span the full spectrum of culinary needs and accommodate conventions of thousands of attendees.
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Overlooking Savannah’s world-renowned River Street and landmark Historic District, the Savannah Convention Center is adjacent to the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa and a water ferry ride away from large-scale meeting hotels within the Historic District — each with their own eclectic and unique atmospheres and charming spaces to meet all within proximity to renowned restaurants, attractions and entertainment.
Savannah’s convenient location makes it easy for attendees to get here and meet. Fly into the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, which offers daily flights to 35+ non-stop destinations and is just a 20-minute drive away from the city center — more famously known as the Historic Landmark District. Have attendees driving in? The city is easily accessible from most of the Southeast via two major interstates, I-95 and I-16.
The Savannah Belles Ferry
We Make Getting Around a Good Time, Too
Visit Savannah’s comprehensive convention transportation package for qualifying groups was designed to quickly and easily move attendees between conference hotels and the Savannah Convention Center — and it’s all provided at Visit Savannah's expense.
Connecting the Savannah Convention Center to the city’s River Street, the Savannah Belles Ferry runs every 20 minutes and can transport attendees across the river in just three minutes.
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Record Attendance + Reduced Cost = Record Revenues for Groups
The packages that Visit Savannah creates for convention planners deliver record attendance and reduced operational expenses with value-added opportunities for attendees. We are prioritizing attracting more citywide meetings and are prepared to host large events like never before.
The Perks of Planning a Citywide in Savannah
Passkey housing
Provided at the Visit Savannah's expense, Passkey housing is available to citywide conventions contracting 600 or more room nights on peak for a minimum of two nights.
Welcome Program
For citywide conventions contracting 600 or more room nights on peak for a minimum of two nights, additional services may be provided through our welcome program, including:
High-resolution conference logo displayed on a flat-screen monitor at the Airport Visitor Welcome Desk
Savannah welcome ribbons with the group and/or event’s name made and worn by front-line staff at the hotels, the SCC, and by transportation providers in the convention transportation buses and ferries
Savannah welcome banners with your group and/or event’s name hung and seen by attendees as they approach the SCC
An information table with maps and visitor guides near registration at the Center
“Show Us Your Badge” Program
Visit Savannah’s "Show Us Your Badge" program offers convention-goers discounts at a number of restaurants, attractions, shops and specialty businesses in the area.
Corporate Social Responsibility Program
Groups have the opportunity to give back during a citywide convention through our CSR program, which enables an organization to get involved with volunteer activities that benefit Savannah’s local community and environment.
See more of Visit Savannah’s comprehensive resources and dedicated destination services offered to ensure your citywide meeting is a success.
Unforgettable Meetings Begin Here
Contactthe Visit Savannah's Meetings & Conventions team and take your first step toward a successful meeting.
