{"id":16386,"date":"2017-08-03T16:56:17","date_gmt":"2017-08-03T15:56:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=16386"},"modified":"2025-08-19T04:16:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T11:16:33","slug":"savannah-georgia-squares","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/savannah-georgia-squares\/","title":{"rendered":"THE 10 BEST SQUARES IN SAVANNAH"},"content":{"rendered":"

Visiting Savannah, Georgia is all about wandering through its squares.<\/p>\n

During its inception, in 1733, the entire city was planned around its public squares to intentionally slow the speed of traffic and, I think, to slow the speed of life.<\/p>\n

Today, there are 20+ squares in Savannah, but I\u2019m here to tell you about the 10 best squares that you must see in Savannah<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

So stock up on a few nips and let\u2019s go for a stroll!<\/p>\n

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WHY SHOULD YOU VISIT SAVANNAH?<\/h3>\n

Savannah, Georgia is one of those places that is absolutely enchanting.<\/p>\n

Every corner, and every square for that matter, has a mysterious story to tell. As a girl from Alabama, my friends and I made frequent trips to this southern gothic town.<\/p>\n

Oh yea, did I mention the loose open container law? Yes, that\u2019s right, a nondescript to-go cup filled with a sweet tea martini can be brought with you throughout your adventuring.<\/p>\n

This makes Savannah the perfect girl’s getaway<\/a> and there are a lot of great Airbnbs you can book in Savannah<\/a> as well!<\/p>\n

1) JOHNSON SQUARE<\/h3>\n

Johnson Square<\/a> is one of the oldest and largest Savannah squares. It has a huge obelisk dedicated to Nathaniel Green, a Revolutionary War hero, the oldest church in Georgia, a few beautiful fountains, and a golden sundial. Not that I would know how to read a sundial or really care about the time while wandering around.<\/p>\n

2. REYNOLDS SQUARE<\/h3>\n

Savannah loves a good ol\u2019 dark scandal and Reynolds Square doesn\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n

Right in the center, you\u2019ll find a statue of the founder of Methodism, John Wesley. As the religious leader, he used his influence to woo a young lady only to later chastise her when she ended their affair.<\/p>\n

Little did he know he had laid with quite a precocious women who brought suit against him that ultimately led to him fleeing Savannah. Pour one out for the ladies.<\/p>\n

3. WASHINGTON SQUARE<\/h3>\n

Washington Square<\/a> is regarded as the most beautiful square to wander around with your white wine spritzer disguised in a to-go cup. The surrounding architecture is deeply Southern Gothic.<\/p>\n

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4. WRIGHT SQUARE<\/h3>\n

Wright Square<\/a>, previously Percival Square, was the second square laid. True to the south\u2019s dark roots, a bunch of society folks thought it would be great to erect a monument for a prominent businessman and politician, disregarding the remains of Yamacra Tribe leader, Tomochichi.<\/p>\n

Tomochichi, by the way, only did this little thing called, ‘feed a bunch of white invaders so they don’t die.’ I\u2019m pretty sure he haunts the grounds or at least possesses all the random folk singers that hang out on the square.<\/p>\n

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5. GREENE SQUARE<\/h3>\n

For some Civil War history, visit Greene Square<\/a>. This is the site where General Sherman promised each free slave \u201c40 acres and a mule.\u201d<\/p>\n

The surrounding charming houses and plenty of green space make it a perfect place to sit and have a picnic.<\/p>\n

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6. CHIPPEWA<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve seen Forrest Gump (and really, who hasn\u2019t?), then you\u2019ve seen Chippewa Square<\/a>. This is one of the most impressive squares with a striking statue of the regal colony founder, Oglethorpe.<\/p>\n

Be sure not to miss the Savannah Theater, the oldest and still active theater in the United States.<\/p>\n

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7. MADISON SQUARE<\/h3>\n

Madison Square<\/a> boasts a ton of revolutionary war history, but I mostly enjoyed the SCAD shop adjacent to it which has a ton of artsy gifts and trinkets.<\/p>\n

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8. LAFAYETTE SQUARE<\/h3>\n

Let\u2019s switch gears to the literary side of Savannah in Lafayette Square<\/a>. If you want to explore the depths of human morality, transcendence and the Catholic faith, just pick up one of Flannery O\u2019Conner\u2019s books and read it by her childhood home at 207 East Charlton Street.<\/p>\n

Then really test your morals by moseying on over to the Hamilton Turner Inn, famous for its literary caretaker, Joe Odom, in Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.<\/p>\n

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9. MONTEREY SQUARE<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s no wonder Mercer-Williams House on Monterey Square<\/a> was the center point of activity in Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. We came to the realization that our Airbnb<\/a> was located on this beautiful square as we nursed our hangovers by watching the Clint Eastwood film adaptation of the book.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m not sure what that says about our literary prowess or the type of trip we were on. Did I mention the to-go cup open container law?<\/p>\n

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10. CALHOUN SQUARE<\/h3>\n

For a ghastly experience, visit 432 Abercorn on Calhoun Square<\/a>. While the square is very picturesque with all of its buildings still intact, it hosts a terrifying story of disobedience and punishment. I don\u2019t want to spoil all the fun, so go on the Ghost Tour to hear this story.<\/p>\n

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BONUS SITES TO SEE: WORMSLOE<\/h3>\n

Wow, was Wormsloe<\/a> beautiful and nearly impossible to get to if you don\u2019t have your own transportation. Uber is a rarity in Savannah so be sure to let the person dropping you off know you\u2019ll be done in an hour or two so you don\u2019t get stranded.<\/p>\n

Aside from the slightly glossed over retelling of how slavery was adopted in Savannah, the lined live oaks are absolutely breathtaking. River Street provides a grand ole time by popping in and out of all the galleries, shops, restaurants, and, most importantly, the brew pubs. And, lastly, Forsyth Park boasts the iconic fountain reminiscent of fountains in the Place de la Concorde in Paris.<\/p>\n

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