8 days in Savannah & Hilton Head Itinerary

Georgia's oldest city, Savannah displays its colonial history proudly on every corner.

Explore hidden gems such as Webb Military Museum and Davenport House Museum. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like American Prohibition Museum and National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force. Step out of Savannah with an excursion to Savannah River Beach in Tybee Island--about 30 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: admire the striking features of Mickve Israel Temple, walk around Forsyth Park, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, and steep yourself in history at Juliette Gordon Low's Birthplace.

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Newark to Savannah is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Savannah can reach 91°F, while at night they dip to 74°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Hilton Head.

A Hilton Head vacation may be heaven for a golfer, but the area also offers all kinds of other options for sports fans.

Visit Folly Field Beach Park and Coligny Beach for some beach relaxation. Pat Conroy Literary Center and The Church of the Cross are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Hilton Head: Parris Island Museum (in Parris Island) and Beaufort (Horse-Drawn Carriage Tours & St. Helena's Anglican Church). The adventure continues: examine the collection at Coastal Discovery Museum, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, kick back and relax at Burkes Beach, and stop by Mingles.

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You can drive from Savannah to Hilton Head in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Hilton Head can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 75°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can travel back home.