City Market
City Market
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Points of Interest & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasFlea & Street Markets
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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This old area of the city includes a pedestrian promenade with a collection of interesting shops, restaurants and stores.
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- blueXjelloDahlonega, Georgia648 contributionsCute AreaI stayed in a heavy hotel, so we were often walking through the City Market. It's a little of everything! Souvenir stores, good food, quaint cozy lighting and a welcoming environment. Started my morning here and found it to be one of my favorite areas of Savannah. Put City Market on your list! Don't miss it!Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten November 13, 2023
- L DUxbridge, Canada23 contributionsWorth the visit!A great place for shopping, dining and people watching. Would have like to have music or live entertainment consistently playing as you stroll through the market. Other than the lack of entertainment in the centre of the market, good vibes all around. A must visit.Visited April 2024Traveled with familyWritten April 7, 2024
- Jonathan B146 contributionsFun little Hang OutCity Market is almost always a nice little place to hang out, hit a few stores, and grab a bite in the cafe or pizza joint. Located in a nearly perfect spot, you can head one direction and hit River Street, or head the other and hit all of the Main Street shops in downtown Savannah. Plan plenty of time if it’s your first time visiting; there’s a lot to see and much to experience.Visited May 2024Traveled with familyWritten May 28, 2024
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Meowy
Montgomery, AL520 contributions
Mar 2022
The City Market area is all of 2 blocks. There are a bunch of overpriced shops, the Prohibition Museum and a few expensive restaurants. Anything you want to buy here you can get a lot cheaper somewhere else as you are paying the City Market tourist price. It will take maybe 5 minutes for you to walk the entire area. There are nicer areas and attractions in town to spend those 5 minutes.
Written April 4, 2022
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ThePastorReformed
Charlottesville, VA2 contributions
Apr 2022
We visited Savannah April 25-28th, 2022. We were really looking forward to our visit there to see historic Savannah. We've visited Charleston SC several times and have really enjoyed Charleston...unfortunately, we can not say the same about Savannah. While we are glad we went, we have no interest in ever going back.
The Negatives:
1. Surprised and very disappointed how dirty the city is. I understand there are lots of tourists, but a city the lives off of tourism should clean up its act. It just felt grimy everywhere.
2. The homeless: Yes they are everywhere, but more here than I've seen in any other tourist area. I even got hit up for money in a Whole Foods. I would not feel that safe walking in some of the areas at night.
3. It's dark: At least seems that way to us. I'd contribute that to SCAD. We did not feel good about being there.
4. The Trolly Ride: We did the entire 15 stop trolly ride because we wanted to get as much in as possible. While you do learn some history, when you are riding in a trolly car with a big roof on it, you can't look up to see the wonderful and beautiful architecture/homes.
The Positives:
1. Walking Tour through Genteel and Bard: By far the best part of our trip and well worth it.
2. Mrs. Wilkes: Awesome down home country cookin' and eating with people you don't know.
3. Boars Head restaurant was also very good.
4. Wormsloe Historic Site was beautiful and enjoyed our walk through the grounds there.
The Negatives:
1. Surprised and very disappointed how dirty the city is. I understand there are lots of tourists, but a city the lives off of tourism should clean up its act. It just felt grimy everywhere.
2. The homeless: Yes they are everywhere, but more here than I've seen in any other tourist area. I even got hit up for money in a Whole Foods. I would not feel that safe walking in some of the areas at night.
3. It's dark: At least seems that way to us. I'd contribute that to SCAD. We did not feel good about being there.
4. The Trolly Ride: We did the entire 15 stop trolly ride because we wanted to get as much in as possible. While you do learn some history, when you are riding in a trolly car with a big roof on it, you can't look up to see the wonderful and beautiful architecture/homes.
The Positives:
1. Walking Tour through Genteel and Bard: By far the best part of our trip and well worth it.
2. Mrs. Wilkes: Awesome down home country cookin' and eating with people you don't know.
3. Boars Head restaurant was also very good.
4. Wormsloe Historic Site was beautiful and enjoyed our walk through the grounds there.
Written May 1, 2022
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NYCTravelMan
New York City, NY180 contributions
May 2021
No need to go here. Belford's was the worst - nearly empty and would not let us have drinks on their patio and gave us a 'story' of why not. Irritating at best. We did find a place for a cocktail outside, Wild Wing. Our server was working the entire place by herself - thank you! If not for her, we would have never sat down. Apparently this place is only for tourists and not great.
Written May 10, 2021
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PaulyPauly2014
Knoxville, TN6,311 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
Unique specialty shops and food venues and bars... many specialty shops and more! Outdoor and Indoor dining offered... Live music on the weekends.
This is a neat place to walk, hang out or dine! Always a place to have a drink. All are in a decent place for good times, food, fun and drinks; shopping too~ Recommend....
This is a neat place to walk, hang out or dine! Always a place to have a drink. All are in a decent place for good times, food, fun and drinks; shopping too~ Recommend....
Written June 7, 2020
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Brandon
Columbia, SC6 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
A bit disappointing. It is small - couple of blocks total - and oriented more on adult food and drink than anything else. This is some good food, stores for the kids, and art stores. A lot of interesting people around, if you’re into people watching. But if you are looking to browse shops, I would try some of the other areas in Savannah.
Written August 29, 2021
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gapeach72
Dallas, GA14 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Savannah is my favorite getaway. My husband and I have visited many, many times and mainly just enjoy the history and scenery. City Market has always been one of our favorite hangouts due to some decent restaurants and bars, but during our most recent stay we realized that area has severely gone downhill. It’s dirty, sketchy, and no longer feels safe after dark. Hopefully something is done to restore it to its original charm.
Written October 9, 2022
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DesiraeMarie
Crossville, TN373 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
The city market is a few blocks of quaint shops and restaurants. It’s not a flea market or open air market but an area of local shops and eateries in a beautiful downtown area. Lots of places to sit and have a drink or grab a bite and shop. It’s a nice little area!
Written October 1, 2021
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Gerryp84
Chester, VA882 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
We only saw a small portion of this large blocked off area unfortunately, but still fit a bunch in. We ate at a superb restaurant there. Went to a museum, pet shop, kitchen shop, and a candy shop. There’s tons of shops. Several restaurants. It’s cool to watch the big bicycle carts ride around the area too. It was a very happening area on a mid-August Friday afternoon.
Written August 21, 2020
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mahiman03
Pennsylvania308 contributions
May 2020
Memorial Day weekend was a disappointment. Good size crowds and getting a meal was tough. Belford's was especially disappointing. They were turning away potential customers 45 minutes before their normal closing time. You'd think they'd stay open for as long as necessary on a busy night. Other area restaurants were just as disappointing. There was some entertainment in the open area which was nice. Crowds weren't practicing social distancing very well. The area is dog friendly. The shops were great. Just really disappointed in the restaurants there and in the vicinity.
Written May 24, 2020
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TravelHappy237
Phoenix, AZ132 contributions
Apr 2022
After visiting the Charleston City Market I was looking forward to the same kind of experience here. I was disappointed. The area is small with a few unexceptional shops and the prohibition museum. Overall, not worth the time for a specific visit. Just worth a walk thru as you're passing by.
Written April 27, 2022
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Is there public parking available for the day time visitors.
Written January 26, 2020
I actually park at the convention center that is across the river and take the ferry over (free) it rounds until midnight (always check the schedule), it’s less stressful that having to look for parking.
Written January 30, 2020
Do the tours run on Christmas Eve and Day? What about the trolleys? Can we find a traditional turkey dinner anywhere?
Written August 26, 2018
Hello..No problem finding some excellent restaurants for Holiday Turkey Dinner. If you go on the website of Old Town Trolley, you can find out when open and the times.
Written August 27, 2018
Val Done1way
Richmond Hill, Georgia
Hi, Val. What would you like to know about this attraction?
what time does the live band start playing on Saturday?
Written August 24, 2018
jdevents925
Miami, Florida
Which is the best restaurant in City Market to spend New Years Eve??? My husband, 2 year old and myself will be celebrating NYE in Savannah this year and we are looking for a good restaurant to make reservations...Is City Market the best location or is there somewhere else you recommend??
Written November 6, 2017
The Pirates House has a good menu if you don't mind being away from the hub of activity found on River Street and City Market areas.
Written November 9, 2017
Not totally sure...I would assume they probably stay open as late as they do other nights...- a touristy area.
Written October 3, 2016
it looks like someone answered question,I have been there so many times and it is always open,but I suspect it wouldnt be open until after nine,the restaurants dont seem to serve breakfast,most restaurants serve drinks so it must be open into the evening,you can also catch a ride on horse drawn carriages,
Written February 20, 2016
Is the City Market open on Sundays after 5pm in the Fall, and is parking difficult and expensive?
Written September 14, 2015
parking is a problem,your best bet is to park at closest city parking structures and walking, it is not that far
Written February 20, 2016
Is this the same as Paris Market?
Written June 25, 2015
No. 36 W. Broughton St. is where The Paris Market store is located. Beautiful store by the way.
Written June 26, 2015
What time do the shops and attractions open at the city market?
We are going over to the Candy Kitchen around 11 and would like to explore the area before if possible.
Written May 12, 2015
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