So, you’re bringing your student group to Savannah? You’ve come to the right people. As the official DMO for Savannah, GA, Visit Savannah has built a reputation for fostering strong relationships with our local community—connecting visitors to experiences that are historic, multicultural and intentionally educational.
Savannah has a way of capturing hearts, and student travelers are no exception. Here, learning extends well beyond the classroom through curated experiences designed specifically for student groups. From guided tours and museums to dining, entertainment, local lore and waterfront views, Savannah offers an environment where curiosity thrives—and where meaningful learning moments happen naturally.
Let’s Take the Scenic Route
A city this beautiful is worth a lingering look, and we’ve got a few tours that you must try. Got a knack for preservation? Architectural Tours of Savannah leaves no “stone” unturned. Nibble and learn as you walk the Landmark Historic District with Savannah Taste Experience and Flavors Food Tours. Burn off that youthful energy with Savannah on Wheels or Savannah Bike Tours. And for our ghostly sleuths, paranormality is our specialty. Hearse Ghost Tours and Savannah Ghost Tours are two of many ways to enjoy ghoulish thrills.
Our History is Hung Just Right
As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, few cities tell America’s story like Georgia’s first. With more than 290 years of history, Savannah’s museums offer student groups an immersive look at the past. From the Massie Heritage Center and National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force to Telfair Museums, Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace and the Georgia State Railroad Museum, history feels both accessible and engaging. The American Prohibition Museum brings the early 1900s to life through exhibits on social change and politics, while stops like the Savannah Pirates and Treasure Museum add context and hands-on fun to the experience.
It’s a Matter of Taste
Soulful and global flavors are intertwined in Savannah. Enticing scents float through coastal winds to draw you in, where a palatable adventure awaits. Student groups will rave about stops like The Pirate’s House, Bubba Garcia’s, Wexford-Savannah’s Irish Pub and Poe’s Tavern– restaurants that welcome groups while offering a flavorful introduction to the city’s cultural roots.
Green Spaces & Waterfront Views
It’s tempting not to roam for hours in Savannah. Our city’s 23 squares and Forsyth Park are a scenic pastime where reading, lunch breaks, and enjoying the moment are effortless. Journey to historic River Street, where breathtaking views and numerous entertainment options await. Waterfront districts such as Plant Riverside and Eastern Wharf offer extended ways to dine, shop and socialize.
The Locals Will “Treat” You Right
You’ll discover the sweetest moments made memorable by locals. City favorites such as Leopold’s, Savannah Bee Company, Byrd’s Cookies, Doki Doki, Savannah’s Candy Kitchen, River Street Sweets and Le Macaron French Pastries are worth the indulgence, so be sure to save room.
From Cobblestones to Salty Coastlines
Just minutes from Savannah, Tybee Island offers student groups a refreshing shift in pace and perspective. Here, learning moves outdoors through marine science programs, beach ecology exploration and hands-on experiences at the Tybee Island Marine Science Center. Groups can climb the Tybee Island Lighthouse, spot wildlife on Captain Derek’s Dolphin Adventure or explore the coast with Tybee Tour Company. When it’s time to refuel, laid-back favorites like The Crab Shack, North Beach Bar & Grill and Treylor Park Beach Party keep the experience relaxed, social and memorable – proving that education and fun can coexist, seaside.
From planning support to on-the-ground experiences, Visit Savannah helps student groups learn more, connect deeper and travel smarter.
Written by Brittany Howard, Senior Copywriter, Visit Savannah.
Photo courtesy of Visit Savannah.
