Known far and wide as a destination for weddings, anniversaries and weekend getaways, Savannah is just about as romantic a destination as it gets. We have some of the loveliest restaurants serving the tastiest dishes and shaking up the most exciting cocktails, but what if you’re not a nightowl? If evening crowds aren’t you scene, there’s plenty to do with your sweetheart in the daytime.
Picnic In a Square
With 21 beautiful and historic squares and plenty of other parks scattered throughout the city, there are scores of opportunities for a dreamy day in the shade of a canopy of live oaks. Pick up a custom curated picnic basket from Provisions before settling in on the grass at iconic Forsyth Park! The vast selection of wine and treats will provide a picnic dining experience your sweetheart will never forget. Browse unique items from independent artists and makers that might just be a perfect gift idea, too!
Make a Meal Together at a Cooking Class
Learning something new can be fun! Have an experiential date at Chef Darin’s Kitchen Table, offering an array of hands-on group classes at Chef Darin’s school in the heart of the Starland District. Learn to make something you’ve never tried before with Paella Party or Totally Thai courses, or perfect your favorites like Surf & Turf and Sunday Fried Chicken. The best part is that there’s no experience required. Check out the class schedule to find out what’s cookin’ while you’re in town!
Unwind & De-stress
If you are looking for a relaxing option that will leave you feeling refreshed, visit Spa Bleu for a Valentine’s couples massage. It’s a great way to unwind, de-stress, and spend quality time together. Located downtown Savannah on Bull Street, with a soon to be open midtown location!
Sip & Craft
While you’re in the mood to make things, make something you can take home and enjoy together at a sip-and-craft studio. At Painting with a Twist you and your partner can create a masterpiece while sipping and socializing, or at Melted Grape, bring a bottle with you to enjoy while you mix and match from over 50 fragrance options at the Candle Bar to craft a perfect Savannah souvenir.
Tour with a View
From boats to bikes, to walking tours to trolleys, there are all kinds of ways to get around town. Enjoy an open-air trolley tour with Old Town Trolley or Old Savannah Tours. Expert guides will entertain and inform while showing you around historical stops, all conveniently located to the best shopping, dining, and places to explore.
Tybee Island Beach Walk
Tybee Island is just a short 15-minute drive from the hustle and bustle of downtown Savannah, but it feels like a world away. Escape to the island for a seafood feast with a water view at The Crab Shack. Nestled on Chimney Creek, The Crab Shack is a Tybee staple filled with fun activities like feeding the baby alligators at Alligator Lagoon, seeing the rescued exotic birds, and some friendly competition in the Game Room. Next, visit Georgia’s oldest and tallest lighthouse at the Tybee Island Light Station and Museum. When you reach the top, you will be so glad you did with the best view of the entire island! If you want to learn about the ecosystem that surrounds the barrier island and the tidal marshes, book a Beach Ecology Trip with marine biologist Dr. Joe Richardson. Trip timing depends on the tides, so you’ll want to check the schedule, but you’ll have the opportunity to beachcomb for animals, explore tidal pools, and maybe even find a special treasure, like a conch shell or a sand dollar.