10 Best Romantic Things to Do in Savannah

Love is in the air—and apparently, Savannah’s Spanish moss has decided to flirt with you, too.

Savannah, often called Georgia’s oldest city, sits along the Savannah River on Georgia’s coast and is famous for its historic squares, moss-draped oak trees, antebellum architecture, riverfront, and unmistakable Southern charm. For couples, the city feels almost tailor-made for slow walks, candlelit dinners, scenic cruises, and a little harmless spooky fun.

From strolling through Johnson, Chatham, and Chippewa squares hand in hand to taking a sunset riverboat cruise from 9 East River Street, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Savannah together. You can also share cocktails and live piano at Planters Tavern beneath The Olde Pink House or head to Tybee Island for a dolphin-watching adventure and lighthouse views.

Below is a list of the best Savannah romantic attractions. Check them out and make your trip with your loved one a memorable one!

Forsyth Park is a 30-acre landmark in Savannah’s Historic District, centered around its ornate 1858 fountain and shaded lawns beneath moss-covered live oaks. Couples can enjoy a picnic by spreading out a blanket, relaxing on a bench, or simply strolling through the park together.

If you visit on a Saturday morning, stop by the Forsyth Farmers’ Market, where you can pick local honey, fresh produce, coffee, baked goods, and other treats for a picnic. The fountain, inspired by a design by French sculptor Michel Liénard, is one of the park’s most recognizable features and makes a lovely backdrop for couple photos. The wide lawns and tree-lined paths also offer plenty of spots for a relaxed romantic snapshot.

The Olde Pink House is a romantic Savannah restaurant set inside a distinctive historic mansion at 23 Abercorn Street. Its candlelit dining rooms feature original fireplaces, antique details, and heart-pine floors, creating an elegant setting for a special dinner.

The menu features Southern favorites such as shrimp and grits, Georgia trout, and other seafood dishes, while the bar serves classic and signature cocktails. The mansion’s unmistakably pink exterior, historic interiors, and intimate dining spaces make it a memorable choice for couples looking for romantic things to do in Savannah.

And yes, the building is pink. Savannah clearly had no interest in playing it safe.

A cocktail class in Savannah gives couples a hands-on way to learn something new while spending quality time together. The two-hour experience at Congress Street Up, a 1920s-style speakeasy inside the American Prohibition Museum, combines cocktail-making with stories about Prohibition-era drinking culture.

During the class, a certified bartender guides guests through classic cocktails, with participants sampling drinks and creating their own. Small bites are also included, and a mocktail version is available with advance notice. Guests must be 21 or older for the cocktail class.

The intimate speakeasy setting makes this a fun option for couples celebrating an anniversary, planning a getaway, or simply deciding that dinner and drinks should involve a little more shaking and stirring.

Bonaventure Cemetery sits on a bluff above the Wilmington River, where winding paths pass through 160 acres of moss-draped live oaks, Victorian sculptures, elaborate burial vaults, and historic graves. While a cemetery might not sound like the obvious romantic date, Bonaventure has a peaceful, atmospheric character that makes it an interesting place to explore together.

Walk toward the far end of the grounds to find picnic tables overlooking the water, a setting connected with the cemetery’s long history of family gatherings. The Greenwich section is another worthwhile stop, with a reflection pond, river and marsh scenery, and paths to explore at a leisurely pace.

Couples can also join a guided walking or golf-cart tour to learn more about the people, stories, sculptures, and monuments found throughout the cemetery.

A Savannah carriage tour offers a relaxed way for couples to explore the Historic District while a guide shares local stories along the way. Horse-drawn carriages travel through historic squares and past churches, gardens, old homes, iron balconies, and live-oak-lined streets draped in Spanish moss.

The leisurely pace lets you admire Savannah’s architecture without walking every block. Evening rides can be particularly romantic, with the clip-clop of hooves adding a classic touch to the experience.

Companies such as Carriage Tours of Savannah offer private rides for couples and small groups, including evening options. Its private tours typically run for about 45–50 minutes, making them easy to fit into a romantic evening itinerary.

A Savannah Riverboat sunset cruise offers couples a memorable way to see the city from the water. The sunset cruise departs from 9 East River Street and sails along the Savannah River, with views of the riverfront and surrounding scenery.

The open-air top deck is a great place to watch the sunset, enjoy the evening breeze, and listen to live music from the riverboat entertainers. A full bar and grill is available, with drinks, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and entrées offered for purchase. The current sunset cruise schedule lists boarding at 6 p.m., sailing at 7 p.m., and returning at 9 p.m., although schedules can change seasonally.

With a sunset overhead and the Savannah skyline around you, it is easy to see why a river cruise ranks among the most memorable Savannah couples activities.

Savannah’s historic squares offer couples a peaceful way to explore the city on foot, especially in the early morning when sunlight filters through moss-draped oaks. The original city plan included 24 squares, with 22 of the original squares surviving today, along with an additional later square, making the city’s network of green spaces a fascinating part of its history.

Start with Johnson Square, Savannah’s first square, established in 1733. It is named for Robert Johnson, the colonial governor of South Carolina, and features an obelisk honoring Revolutionary War general Nathanael Greene.

Chatham Square, established in the mid-19th century, is another charming stop and sits near Gordon Row, a historic row of townhouses. Greene Square, meanwhile, is named after Nathanael Greene and offers another quiet place to pause beneath the city’s famous trees.

Exploring these squares gives couples a chance to slow down, admire the architecture, and discover Savannah’s history at a time.

The Savannah Ghosts and Gravestones Haunted Trolley Tour take couples into the city’s darker history on an evening ride lasting around 75 minutes. A costumed guide shares stories of Savannah’s haunted past as the trolley passes historic homes, cemeteries, squares, and other landmarks.

The experience also includes nighttime visits to reputedly haunted locations, including the Andrew Low House and Perkins & Son’s Ship Chandlery, depending on the tour schedule. With spooky stories, short walking stops, and plenty of theatrical flair, the tour makes an entertaining date night for couples who enjoy mixing history with a few goosebumps.

Just remember: if you suddenly grab your partner’s hand during a ghost story, nobody needs to know whether it was romance or self-defense.

Planters Tavern, located beneath The Olde Pink House, offers couples an intimate setting for drinks and live music. The space is part of the historic mansion and features exposed brick, wooden beams, fireplaces, and a former bank vault that has been incorporated into the dining and wine areas.

Couples can settle in at the bar with a cocktail, order food from the restaurant’s menu, and enjoy live piano performances and sing-alongs. With low ceilings, warm lighting, and historic details all around, the tavern is particularly suited to a relaxed evening after exploring Savannah’s streets.

A Tybee Island dolphin tour makes for a fun coastal date that combines wildlife, waterfront scenery, and island sightseeing. Depending on the tour package and schedule, visitors can travel from Savannah to Tybee Island, stop for lunch, and then head out on the water to look for bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat.

Along the way, couples may also get views of Fort Pulaski and Cockspur Island Lighthouse before spending time around Tybee Island and visiting its historic lighthouse area. Since dolphin sightings are in the wild, they are never guaranteed, but the boat ride and coastal scenery are part of the adventure.

For couples who want to escape Savannah’s historic streets for a few hours, a Tybee Island outing adds a breezy change of scenery—and possibly a dolphin or two showing off for the audience.

Stay in the heart of Savannah’s Historic District at East Bay Inn, just steps from River Street and close to the city’s best-known squares, restaurants, and landmarks. Check availability and book your stay for a character-filled Savannah getaway.