Girls' Weekend in Savannah, Georgia - Travel Zone by Best Western

Girls’ Weekend in Savannah, Georgia

By Virginia Brown
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From historic walking tours followed by soothing spa treatments to decadent brunches and eclectic boutique shopping, Savannah, Georgia, must be on any list of best places to reconnect with your gal pals. Throw in the city’s iconic trees, draped in swoon-worthy Spanish moss—the best backdrop for a photo op—and it’s no wonder Savannah is a top spot for a fun girls’ getaway.

Stay in Savannah

Southern hospitality awaits you at GLō Best Western Savannah-Gateway I-95. Bring your girlfriends and enjoy your stay at the fun and energetic property. The décor is brightly and boldly expressive and is minutes away to historic Savannah. Book your stay at the GLō Best Western Savannah-Gateway I-95 today.

Shopping in Savannah

Along Savannah’s Broughton Street, scoop some fun home furnishings, cool clothes, or handmade jewelry at any number of boutiques, including The Paris Market, where you’ll find a wide variety of goods from abroad, hand-picked by shop owners Paula and Taras Danyluk.

The historic City Market, which dates back to the mid-18th century, has long been the go-to spot for locals to shop. Today, scoop everything from shoes to sweets, sweetgrass baskets to hand-crafted jewelry.

Stop by the Starland District, founded by graduates of the Savannah College of Art and Design, for vintage finds, vinyl records, and local artwork.

Dine in Savannah

From shrimp and grits to flowing Bloody Marys and mimosas, brunch is a must for any besties’ trip to Savannah. Located in the historic landmark district, The Collins Quarter serves up an extensive coffee menu, plus classic pairs like biscuits and gravy and shrimp and grits. For something different, try the smashed peas—three-seed toast topped with peas, beet hummus, whipped mint feta, and a poached egg.

At Little Duck Diner, splurge on any number of favorites, from chicken and waffles to an egg-and-sausage croissant or buttermilk biscuit sandwich. Fried Green Tomato and Crab Cake Benny among other hearty favorites draw locals and visitors to B. Matthews Eatery. Getting a later start? These brunch spots all serve lunch until 3 p.m., too.

For dinner, head over to Vic’s on the River, a longstanding waterside favorite with live piano and a diverse, seafood-heavy menu that features crawfish beignets, signature fried chicken, and barbecue meatloaf. The Grey, located in a restored 1930s-era Greyhound Bus terminal, is a go-to for any foodie group. Here, James Beard Award-winning Chef Mashama Bailey honors her Southern heritage with menu items like creamed collards and grilled pork with parsnip purée.

To Do in Savannah

Swap out your heels for some comfy shoes and hit the cobblestones. Genteel & Bard, run by husband-and-wife duo T.C. and Brenna Michaels, offers historic walking tours with stops at the Green-Meldrim House, Colonial Park Cemetery, and Jones Street, and wraps up in Lafayette Square. For something a little chilling, opt for the Dark History & Ghost Encounter Tour that digs into the spookier side of Savannah.

After logging all those steps, treat your tired legs to a spa treatment. Massages, facials, and nail treatments, are all options at Savannah Day Spa. Book a private group spa day at Spa Bliss Savannah, or choose individual indulgences, like an organic facial or sole to soul foot massage.