History & River Walk (120–180 min): Squares-to-River Classic
120–180 min · 7 stops
Vacation on Lafayette · volsavannah.com
Guide URL: https://volsavannah.com/location/walking-guides/history-and-river-walk/squares-to-river-classic
Last updated: January 2026 · wg/history-and-river-walk/squares-to-river-classic@2
Print includes both
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Stop 1 · Squares & parks
Chippewa Square
A classic Savannah pause point—shade, benches, and the slow rhythm that makes the Historic District feel easy to navigate.
Next: Keep going square-to-square northbound.
- 2
Stop 2 · Squares & parks
Johnson Square
A classic Savannah pause point—shade, benches, and the slow rhythm that makes the Historic District feel easy to navigate.
Next: Continue to another classic square.
- 3
Stop 3 · Squares & parks
Wright Square
A classic Savannah pause point—shade, benches, and the slow rhythm that makes the Historic District feel easy to navigate.
Next: Add a museum stop before the river.
- 4
Stop 4 · Museums & history sites
Telfair Academy
A story-rich stop with strong “Savannah texture”—take a few minutes here, then keep moving before it turns into a lecture.
Next: Continue to the Jepson Center nearby.
- 5
Stop 5 · Museums & history sites
Jepson Center
A story-rich stop with strong “Savannah texture”—take a few minutes here, then keep moving before it turns into a lecture.
Next: Head to the riverfront for the payoff.
- 6
Stop 6 · Shopping & markets
River Street Marketplace
A browseable stop that fits a walking pace—pop in, pick one thing, and keep the day feeling light.
Next: Step out to River Street.
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Stop 7 · Riverfront & views
River Street
A dose of river air and big-sky perspective—lean into the views and keep your pace relaxed on the busier edges.
Next: Head back inland and return to Vacation on Lafayette.
Works without the map. Use these step-by-step directions even if Maps is unavailable.
A classic structure: squares first, then museums, then the riverfront payoff. It’s a longer walk, but the order keeps navigation intuitive and the story beats clear.
Vacation on Lafayette → Chippewa Square → Johnson Square
- Start at Vacation on Lafayette (217 E Charlton St).
- Head north to Chippewa Square.
- Continue north to Johnson Square.
Johnson Square → Wright Square → Telfair Academy → Jepson Center
- Continue to Wright Square.
- Head to Telfair Academy, then continue to the Jepson Center nearby.
Jepson Center → River Street Marketplace → River Street → Back to Vacation on Lafayette
- Head down toward the river and visit River Street Marketplace.
- Continue onto River Street.
- Then head back south toward Charlton Street and return home.
History & River Walk (120–180 min): Squares-to-River Classic
120–180 min · 7 stops
Vacation on Lafayette · volsavannah.com
Guide URL: https://volsavannah.com/location/walking-guides/history-and-river-walk/squares-to-river-classic
Last updated: January 2026 · wg/history-and-river-walk/squares-to-river-classic@2
Print includes both
- 1
Stop 1 · Squares & parks
Chippewa Square
A classic Savannah pause point—shade, benches, and the slow rhythm that makes the Historic District feel easy to navigate.
Next: Keep going square-to-square northbound.
- 2
Stop 2 · Squares & parks
Johnson Square
A classic Savannah pause point—shade, benches, and the slow rhythm that makes the Historic District feel easy to navigate.
Next: Continue to another classic square.
- 3
Stop 3 · Squares & parks
Wright Square
A classic Savannah pause point—shade, benches, and the slow rhythm that makes the Historic District feel easy to navigate.
Next: Add a museum stop before the river.
- 4
Stop 4 · Museums & history sites
Telfair Academy
A story-rich stop with strong “Savannah texture”—take a few minutes here, then keep moving before it turns into a lecture.
Next: Continue to the Jepson Center nearby.
- 5
Stop 5 · Museums & history sites
Jepson Center
A story-rich stop with strong “Savannah texture”—take a few minutes here, then keep moving before it turns into a lecture.
Next: Head to the riverfront for the payoff.
- 6
Stop 6 · Shopping & markets
River Street Marketplace
A browseable stop that fits a walking pace—pop in, pick one thing, and keep the day feeling light.
Next: Step out to River Street.
- 7
Stop 7 · Riverfront & views
River Street
A dose of river air and big-sky perspective—lean into the views and keep your pace relaxed on the busier edges.
Next: Head back inland and return to Vacation on Lafayette.
Works without the map. Use these step-by-step directions even if Maps is unavailable.
A classic structure: squares first, then museums, then the riverfront payoff. It’s a longer walk, but the order keeps navigation intuitive and the story beats clear.
Vacation on Lafayette → Chippewa Square → Johnson Square
- Start at Vacation on Lafayette (217 E Charlton St).
- Head north to Chippewa Square.
- Continue north to Johnson Square.
Johnson Square → Wright Square → Telfair Academy → Jepson Center
- Continue to Wright Square.
- Head to Telfair Academy, then continue to the Jepson Center nearby.
Jepson Center → River Street Marketplace → River Street → Back to Vacation on Lafayette
- Head down toward the river and visit River Street Marketplace.
- Continue onto River Street.
- Then head back south toward Charlton Street and return home.