Why Choose Savannah?
Savannah is home to various convention facilities, meeting spaces and unique venues, including first-class hotels and the expanding Savannah Convention Center riverfront venue. Experience a dazzling destination full of storied history, coastal cuisine, diverse entertainment, awe-inspiring attractions and so much more when you meet in Savannah.
The major expansion of the Savannah Convention Center goes beyond a facility upgrade. Doubling its current size and capacity, this riverside revamp will expand the possibilities for experiential meetings and enable Savannah to attract much larger events to this magical destination.
Expansion Highlights:
● 660,000 total sq. ft. of meeting space
● 200,000 sq. ft. of exhibit hall space
● New 40,000-sq.-ft. ballroom to complement the existing 25,000-sq.-ft. ballroom for a total of 65,000 sq. ft. of ballroom space
● 32 customizable breakout rooms
● 57-foot-wide hangar door
● 900 total parking spaces
● Additional outdoor space
● New facility entrance with an all-glass façade
● Over a billion dollars in tourism improvements
● 403 renovated adjacent hotel rooms plus a new HQ hotel coming soon
Accolades
● Listed one of the Top Meeting Destinations in North America by Cvent in 2024
● Ranked one of the Best U.S. Cities by Travel + Leisure readers in 2024
● Recognized as one of the Friendliest Southern Cities by Southern Living Magazine in 2024
● Home of Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, crowned top Airport in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers in 2023
● Voted Best Weekend Destination in North America for the past five consecutive years by Global Traveler Magazine readers
Contact Us:
Jeff Hewitt, Chief Sales Officer
912-644-6416 jhewitt@visitsavannah.com
Larry Browder, Senior Director of Sales
912-644-6461 lbrowder@visitsavannah.com
Kellie Linder, Director, Midwest & Western Sales
912-644-6424 klinder@visitsavannah.com
Jennifer Thompson, Director, Southeast Sales
912-644-6438 jthompson@visitsavannah.com
Tasha Singleton, Sales Manager, Southeast
912-644-6410 tsingleton@visitsavannah.com
Ginger McCoy, Sales Associate, Midwest & Western Sales
912-644-6463 gmccoy@visitsavannah,com
Courtney Martin, Sales Associate, Northeast
912-644-6422 cmartin@visitsavannah.com
Kristyn Smith, Director of Savannah Sports Council
912-644-6414 ksmith@visitsavannah.com
Sarah Iocovozzi, Sports Sales & Services Coordinator
912-644-6452 siocovozzi@savannahsportscouncil.com
Stephanie Muehlher, Destination Service Manager
912-644-6426 smuehlher@visitsavannah.com
Venue Details
Hotels202
Convention center660,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms18,485
Guest rooms at 1 hotel403
Special event venues75
Average room rate$228
Occupancy rate72%
Restaurants250
Daily food cost$85
Tax rate13%
Venue typeCVB
Venue Highlights
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Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events
Aug 3, 2025 - Aug 16, 2025
Aug 27, 2025 - Sep 8, 2025
Oct 1, 2025 - Oct 17, 2025
Nov 24, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025
Dec 7, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Jan 11, 2026 - Jan 20, 2026
Apr 6, 2026 - Apr 9, 2026
May 11, 2026 - May 13, 2026
May 20, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Jun 4, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Jun 20, 2026 - Jun 23, 2026
Jul 16, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
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Mar 01 - Mar 31Jun 01 - Jul 31
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Aug 01 - Sep 30Jan 01 - Feb 29Nov 01 - Dec 31
Getting Here
By Air - The Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport, 15 miles from downtown; transfer cost by taxi, about $24-$29; Lyft and Uber, about $15-$25 outside of surge pricing periods. The airport is served by carriers including Allegiant, American, Avelo, Breeze, Delta, Frontier, JetBlue, Southwest, Sun Country and United.
By Car - Why fly when you can ride in style? The roads to Savannah are paved with plenty of scenic Georgia beauty to take in along the way. Access Interstate 95 (North/South) or Interstate 16 (East/West) and let the Southern scenery be your passenger.
By Rail - All aboard for a fun and affordable journey! Many groups choose Amtrak for its convenience and great value. Savannah is a key station on Amtrak’s Palmetto and Silver Service lines, which whisk passengers between New York and Miami. With daily services like the SilverStar and Silver Meteor, getting to and from Savannah is effortless. Plus, you can enhance your travel experience by booking a sleeper car or unwinding in one of the sightseeing lounge cars.
By Bus -By Bus - Board a sleek Greyhound and head to Savannah. As a hub for Greyhound Bus Lines, Savannah is accessible from across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Gathering in this delightful city is a convenient and budget-friendly option for your guests. So, let the road trip to Savannah begin!
Distance from airport
7 mi from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
Distance from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport airport 7 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Savannah Historic District
Historical landmark
Savannah is a destination to walk and explore. It is the nation's largest historic landmark district covering 2 square miles. Under a canopy of moss draped oak trees, the city has the rare distinction of being an urban forest. With over 300 shops, restaurants, attractions and pubs, visitors can enjoy their stroll with a cool beverage due to our open container laws.
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Plant Riverside District
Recreation
After more than 100 years, Savannah has reunited with its beloved river once again in a vibrant, riverfront entertainment destination offering luxury hotel stays, incredible dining, wine tasting, and high-end shopping. But to reach this point, it took quite a transformation.
The site’s original 1912 power plant has been restored with the preservation of historic characteristics like the iconic twin smokestacks and brick exterior, and repurposed with the addition of hotel rooms and mixed-use space. Flanking either side are two new buildings, also featuring hotel rooms, restaurants, lounges, and meeting space. Along its shoreline, over a quarter-mile of riverwalk has been created.
Today the plant and its surrounding Plant Riverside District along River Street Savannah generates a new kind of energy for the citizens and visitors, bringing electric experiences once again to the riverfront.
400 W River St
Savannah, GA 31401
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Historic River Street
Recreation
SavannahsWaterfront.com Bordering the thriving river port, River Street imparts old world charm. The 12-block brick concourse is ideal for strolling and ship-watching. More than 75 boutiques, galleries, artists’ studios, restaurants, and pubs are housed in onetime cotton warehouses that have been restored to their rustic beauty.
Eastern Wharf
Recreation
Eastern Wharf - A newly-developed district along the riverfront (easily accessible to and from River Street) featuring shopping, dining, live music and entertainment options, ideal for exploring new trends, local crafts and breathtaking water views.
101 Port St.
Savannah, GA 31401
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City Market
Recreation
SavannahCityMarket.com Four blocks in the heart of the Historic District were renovated to
capture the authentic atmosphere and character of the city’s old open marketplace. The market
features artists working in their lofts and exhibits of works for sale. There are also restaurants,
open-air cafés, theme shops, and stores offering crafts, accessories, and gifts.
Tybee Island (Savannah's Beach)
Recreation
VisitTybee.com Just 20 minutes from historic downtown Savannah, Tybee Island offers the perfect retreat. Dolphin tours, watersports, lighthouses, Fort Pulaski National Monument, the Tybee Island Marine Science Center, a beautiful pier and miles of sandy beaches are just a few reasons to visit this coastal town.
Dining in Savannah
Recreation
Savannah has no shortage of unforgettable dining experiences for your group. Whether you're interested in dining aboard an old-fashioned Riverboat, inside an elegant southern mansion or on a dock by the water, Savannah has a restaurant that will put a smile on everyone's faces!
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Shopping in Savannah
Shopping
Welcome to Savannah's diverse shopping scene! Visitors from all over come to Savannah to snag unique souvenirs and artisan-inspired keepsakes that can't be found elsewhere. From local art galleries to chic clothing stores, there's a Savannah shopping experience for everyone.
Spend the afternoon walking down Savannah's famous Broughton Street or through the historic City Market for home furnishings, gourmet provisions, apparel and fine jewelry. Explore the eclectic Starland District for all things vintage and artistic. Stroll along the Bull Street corridor and stop in some of the city's best boutiques.
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Tours & Excursions
Recreation
Ready to get those goosebumps going on a ghost tour? Or maybe a leisurely stroll through the historic Bonaventure Cemetery is more your speed? Whether you're up for a thrill or a chill, Savannah's got you covered. Marvel at the stunning architecture, dive into Civil War history, dine and walk on a food tour or get lost in the city's many museums.
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Arts & Culture
Museum
Prepare to have your mind blown in Savannah, where creativity flows as steady as the Savannah River through charming galleries, film hotspots and music gems hidden within the city's architectural masterpieces.
View the latest exhibits at the Jepson Center for the Arts or shop for fine art at one of City Market’s eclectic galleries. Locals will insist you not miss the Downtown Design District, brimming with locally owned shops. Music aficionados can enjoy live jazz, classical music or original alt-rock compositions in sophisticated spaces or the newest hipster hangouts.
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Convention Centers
Savannah Convention CenterThe Savannah Convention Center is located directly on the Savannah River with direct views of historic downtown Savannah. The Convention Center offers over 330,000 square feet of meeting space including Exhibit Hall, Ballroom, Meeting Rooms and more
Exhibit Space100,000 sq. ft.
Total meeting space330,000 sq. ft.
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