After you've checked into your hotel, stroll along River Street to see the galleries, restaurants, and pubs housed in old cotton warehouses. Stick around after sunset to see the area come to life with street musicians.

Savannah is Georgia's oldest city and was a strategic port during the American Revolution and the Civil War. Historians, nature lovers, and food/wine enthusiasts alike enjoy this rich city.

In this city "made for walking," take a leisurely stroll through the beautifully restored Old Savannah. Local breweries, chocolatiers, and award-winning chefs all take pride in this charming jewel of the south that sparkles both day and night with beautiful gardens, antebellum architecture, and a vibrant nighttime scene.

Riverfront Promenade • Savannah, Geogia

Savannah's historic district is a collection of pretty town squares and preserved architecture. You might consider taking a history or ghost tour to acquaint yourself.

Later on, linger at landmarks such as Forsyth Park, where residents and visitors have gathered for generations around a spectacular fountain. Heading toward the Savannah River, pause for a self-guided tour of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist; its towering twin steeples are a fixture on the Savannah skyline.

Continue to City Market's courtyards and squares with restaurants, shops, and galleries. Prefer to venture outside the city today? Visit Tybee Island for a lighthouse tour, paddling excursion, or charter cruise.

Wormsloe Historic Site

Hop back into your car and make the short drive over to Hilton Head Island today. Time for some laid-back, coastal relaxation! This barrier island offers a less crowded atmosphere, pristine beaches, top-rated golf courses and it's a nature lover's delight with a forest preserve and a national wildlife refuge.

Hilton Head is consistently named among the top golf destinations in the US. Choose one for today and tee off to scenic ocean views. With over 40 courses in the area (over 20 right on the island), you're sure to find one that suits you. And, with the moderate climate, you can play any time of year.

Not a golfer? No problem! Head to one of the island's seven beaches for some fun in the sun. Coligny Beach is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Rent a bicycle for a ride along the shore or just relax with a refreshing cocktail. It's your vacation - do what you want! 

Harbour Town Lighthouse • Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Leave the island life behind and head to Charleston today!  The ride is about 2 hours depending on traffic so you have plenty of flexibility for when to get on the road. 

Tonight, head to a rooftop bar in Charleston to enjoy the sunset and toast to your first night in this exciting city.

Charleston is rich with Civil War history and known for its signature antebellum mansions painted in a rainbow of colors and featuring elaborate ironwork. You might want to join a walking tour today for the best view of these homes, their gardens, and the Battery, Charleston's historic waterfront promenade.

Tonight, perhaps you want to take an atmospheric carriage ride through the city or a beautiful sunset cruise.

The Battery in Charleston, South Carolina

Today, start at Market Hall and shop through City Market for souvenirs, including sweetgrass baskets, an essential tool on former rice plantations. City Market is a historic market complex that stretches four full city blocks of Charleston.

Tour a plantation at Middleton Place, featuring the 18th-Century House Museum and Stable yards. History also comes alive at Fort Sumter National Monument, where the American Civil War began. The site looks over Folly Beach and Sullivan's Island with wide beaches, locally owned restaurants, and activities such as surfing and kayaking.

Colonial Houses in Charleston

Sadly it's time to say goodbye to your charming southern vacation. Point your car toward home and start planning your next adventure! 

Charleston