Savannah has been around since 1733 when General James Oglethorpe established it as the first European colony in what was then known as “Georgia”. As time went on, Savannah grew into a bustling port town due to its strategic location near the Atlantic Ocean. Explore the Old Town district where you can find restaurants serving up authentic southern cuisine as well as various pubs. Savannah was founded in 1733 by James Oglethorpe, who named the 13th American colony after England’s Savannah River. The city has a population of nearly 150,000 people today and over 2 million tourists annually.
Its colonial past is evident everywhere you look – from its antebellum architecture to its storybook-like neighborhoods steeped in Southern charm. Savannah is home to an array of world-class galleries where guests can wander among works created by local artists. Those seeking even further insight into local culture may opt for a tour highlighting iconic pieces such as The Waving Girl sculpture at River Street. Savannah has more than 2,000 historic buildings that have been preserved since 1851.