10. Wander the Savannah Botanical Gardens The stunning natural Savannah Botanical Gardens boast a rose garden, herb garden, camellia and azalea garden, beehive, nature trails and a pond. The historic Reinhard House is an 1840s farmhouse built near present-day Savannah and preserved for future generations to enjoy. 11. Join the fun at Savannah’s events and festivals There’s always something going on in Savannah and many events are free to attend. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a local favourite held every March 17 in the historic district. The SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design) Sidewalk Arts Festival is held in late April and features artwork on the sidewalks of Forsyth Park. 12. Hit the nature trails Savannah is also home to a number of nature preserves where visitors can disconnect. The McQueen’s Island Trail is a six-mile trail home to native plants such as palms, as well as animals including turtles, bobcats and pelicans. It starts at Fort Pulaski National Monument, the site of Revolutionary and Civil War battles. Skidaway Island State Park is a retreat from the city offering camping, boardwalks, an interpretive centre and the opportunity to spot countless species. 13. Admire the historic homes (from the outside) The most beautiful historic homes in Savannah typically charge a fee for tours, but this doesn’t mean that you can’t appreciate the architecture. The Mercer Williams House is known as the setting for the book, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. The Flannery O’Connor House is where the writer lived during her childhood. And the Juliette Gordon Low House was the home of the woman who is credited with starting the Girl Scouts of America. Jones Street is one of the best for admiring homes. 14. Explore Plant Riverside District Marvel at the enormous geodes from around the world and the life-sized chrome dinosaur in the lobby of the JW Marriott. Ooh and aah at the high-end shops, carefully curated retailers and original galleries. And people-watch in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park on the river in the highenergy Plant Riverside District. 15. Peruse the art galleries Savannah has a thriving arts scene which can be seen at the Telfair and SCAD museums. However, to see the up-and-coming artists, visit the galleries – especially those around City Market. Sue Gouse Inspirations, Gutstein Gallery and Oksana Fine Art are just a few of the many worth checking out. With so much to see and do in and around Savannah, one visit simply isn’t enough. Fortunately, that same Southern hospitality is ready to welcome visitors back again and again. RV Lifestyle City Market Madison Square CSANews | WINTER 2023 | 27
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