Things to do in Savannah
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Mercer-Williams House
Consider seeing the Mercer-Williams House. Although Jim Williams, the Savannah art dealer portrayed by Kevin Spacey in the film version of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, died back in 1990, his infamous mansion didn't become a museum until 2004. You're not allowed to see the upstairs, where Williams' family still lives, but the downstairs is an interior decorator's fantasy.
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Wormhole
Embracing a broad scope of the alternative-music scene, this new dive bar and venue is in the seedier part of town but will let you experience how alternative Savannah kicks it.
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Vinnie Van GoGo's
Okay, so the joint is cramped. And the ordering process can be intense. But the New York-style pizza rocks hard, with crust about as thin as a dollar bill.
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Telfair Museum of Art
Along with silver from the 1800s and a colossal oil painting depicting a scene from the Hundred Years War, Sylvia Shaw's famous 1936 Bird Girl sculpture - the one on the cover of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil - stands inside the Telfair Museum of Art. The $15 multi-venue ticket allows discounted admission to two affiliated museums, the Jepson and the Owens-Thomas House.
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Elizabeth on 37th
Not as good as it should be for the price (but still darn good), Elizabeth puts diners in a lovely setting and presents ambitious cuisine without too much fuss. Specials might include lacquered quail, or potato-crusted snapper with squash and Brussels sprouts. A nice touch: eight varietals of wine by the glass. Locals warn that the neighborhood isn't safe for walking, so look for close on-street parking.
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Universe Trading Company
Universe Trading Company 'Bric-a-brac' doesn't begin to cover the contents of this cluttered salvage and antiques emporium. Walking through this place is like taking the world's deepest dumpster dive. The wares include lawn ornaments, used shoes, vinyl records, cigar-store Indians, life-size Blues Brothers statues and a fake shark head with '$185 firm' on the price tag.
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Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum
On the outskirts of the historic district is the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum. Leaving the larger history of the movement to the Civil Rights Institute in Birmingham, Savannah's museum focuses on the local history of segregated schools, hotels, hospitals, jobs and lunch counters. It's definitely a must-see if you want a full understanding of the city.
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Lady & Sons
Savannah's irrepressible culinary doyenne Paula Deen has created a monster. Her country cookin' is indeed delicious - the fried chicken will have you begging for mercy - but you've gotta know what you're doing to get a table. Show up at 9:30am for lunch or 3:30pm for dinner to put your name on the list. 'Sho-nuff Vegetable Sandwich' meets vegetarian needs.
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Savannah City Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour
Flexible (Departs Savannah, Georgia)
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The Trolley Tour is a comprehensive, fully narrated city tour featuring the Historic District, Victorian District, River Street and City Market. Enjoy a 90 minu…
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Lulu's Chocolate Bar
The heavenly signature Lulutini here is pure chocolate decadence - we weren't afraid to lick the glass. This adorable yet chic neighborhood martini and dessert bar is comfortable and has outdoor seating. Sometimes there's live music. On Sundays it serves brunch with shrimp and grits and has a Bloody Mary bar.
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Masada Cafe
Yes, it's a church cafeteria. No, you don't need to be a member of the congregation to eat there. Just come on in and belly up to the cafeteria-style line, where you pick your meat (country fried steak, pork chop, oxtails, fried chicken) and your sides (stuffing, red rice, mac-n-cheese). Saturday is rib day.
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Savannah History Museum
The History Museum is a good place to kick off a visit to Savannah's Historic District. The film and displays here give you a solid feel for the city's past. There's a replica of the park bench from the movie Forest Gump, parts of which were shot on location in Savannah, if such things thrill you.
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Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
The small but engaging Maritime Museum has attractive exhibits that focus on models of ships, particularly ones associated with the city, and nautical memorabilia. The SS Savannah was the first steamship to cross the Atlantic Ocean; much later, the NS Savannah was nuclear powered.
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Walls Bar-B-Que
Adventurous barbecue-lovers, keep looking until you find this glorious 'cue hut' on a tiny alley between E York St and Oglethorpe off Price St. Once you arrive, order a baseball-size mound of deviled crab - watch out for shell bits - and the juicy smoked pork of your hog-heaven dreams.
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Local 11 Ten
Upscale, sustainable, local, fresh: a combination of elements that creates a monumental experience in an elegant, well-run restaurant. If Carolina yellowfin tuna Oscar or five-spice lacquered duck breast sound tempting, go here. The truffle parmesan fries will make you a fiend.
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Savannah Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour
60 minutes (Departs Savannah, Georgia)
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Discover Savannah at your leisure with a one-day ticket on the Hop-on Hop-off Trolley Tour. Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights of Savannah…
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Savannah Land and Sea Combination Tour
Flexible (Departs Savannah, Georgia)
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Fully narrated 90 minute city tour featuring the Historic District, Victorian District, River Street, and City Market.
You set the pace..... Hop On/Hop Off privi…
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Jepson Center for the Arts
The Jepson Center for the Arts looks pretty darn space-age by Savannah's standards. The JCA focuses on 20th- and 21st-century art. Its contents are modest in size, but intriguing. There's also a neat interactive area for kids.
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Cha Bella
With a commitment to organic, local and well-presented vittles, this welcoming restaurant leaves pretention behind: swings hang on the lovely patio. The wild porcini mushroom pappardelle or fish market special will not leave you unpleased.
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Davenport House
Federal-style architecture isn't exactly scintillating, and the house has very little original furnishing, but the tour is sweet and the attention to detail is serious enough that fake bugs crawl on the fake food in the dining room.
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WG's
Feeling more like a hobbit house than a bar, this rustic-chic dive bar will put you in the company of thirsty locals, not rowdy tourists. Order an unusual beer (Celebrator, anyone?) and head out to the cozy verandah. Or shoot pool.
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Mellow Mushroom
The liberal youth of Savannah come to this pizzeria in the historic district in droves, but older crowds also come. Good beer is on tap. Vegetarian friendly with tons of variety, this groovy chain found a good home in Savannah.
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Sentient Bean
Come one and all to nurture your inner hipster. The vibe is friendly: this place cares about coffee and community. Plus, it has vegan treats, organic café fare, and live music or performance art on its stage.
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Ghosts and Gravestones - Savannah
90 minutes (Departs Savannah, Georgia)
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Come along for an evening excursion through the darker side of America's Most Haunted City!
Your voyage will take you throughout Savannah’s historic district, fo…
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Guitar Bar
Dubbed as 'a musician's lounge, ' this appears to be a chilled-out neighborhood bar where you can grab cheap beer next to cool-looking people. There may be music or karaoke, depending on the night.
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