48 Hours in Savannah – A Concierge’s Guide from The Municipal Grand
Words: Bryan Donbavand
Images: Kelly Calvillo
Savannah isn’t a city you cross off a list
It’s one you settle into, at your own pace. Over the course of two days, it reveals itself through moss-lined parks, neighborhood surprises, and the slow unfolding of its layers.
Let your stay begin at The Municipal Grand: situated near River Street, nestled on Broughton Street, and within a gentle stroll of Forsyth Park—it’s perfectly placed as the newest boutique hotel in the historical district of Savannah, and its quiet presence becomes your launching point.
Day One: A Morning in the Park, an Afternoon on the River
Morning – Forsyth Park and Café Calm.
Start your morning just minutes away from The Municipal Grand with a walk through Forsyth Park. Covering 30 acres, it’s one of Savannah’s most beloved green spaces, centered around a fountain reminiscent of Paris’s Place de la Concorde. Here, locals stretch, artists sketch, and visitors pause in its shaded gardens.
Tip: If you want something quiet to-go before your stroll, peek over at Collins Quarter or The Sentient Bean nearby for a thoughtful coffee and bite.
Midday – Historic Heart and Riverside Views
By late morning, head toward River Street along Broughton Street, the walk is framed with shops and galleries.
River Street draws you in with its deep ribbons of cobblestone, historic warehouses, and views of passing ships. You’ll feel the pulse of Savannah’s past, layered gently with modern life.
Perhaps take a river cruise and lunch aboard the Georgia Queen.
Day Two: Art, Campuses, and a Quiet Morning.
Morning – A Dose of Design from SCAD
Day two opens with a short wander to the Savannah College of Art and Design’s creative spirit: galleries, murals, and the Trustee’s Theater nearby. SCAD has quietly shaped Savannah into a creative capital, influencing everything from local menus to cultural events . This walk reassures that you’re in a city alive with ideas, not just nostalgia.
Afternoon – Squares, Stories, and Sweet Streets
Stroll the quieter squares—Monterey Square, for instance, holds the Mercer House and echoes with Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil scenes . Or meander through residential streets where every bloom, lamppost, and facade feels softly lived-in. It’s a pace that invites your own pauses.
Evening – Return to Calm
Return to The Municipal Grand and find ease: sit at the lobby bar, wander up to the Sun Club for sunset views, or relax in your thoughtfully curated room. You’ll rediscover what makes this among the most charming hotels in the historical district Savannah—grounded sophistication, without pretense.
Explore availability and plan your stay
at The Municipal Grand. It’s a place where your two-day story in Savannah can unfold with ease, rest, and real moments — right in the heart of the historic district.
