The first time I visited Savannah, GA, was over 10 years ago with my mom. Having grown up north of Charlotte, NC, we often went to Charleston, SC, if we took a road trip to any cute southern towns. Back then, I loved Savannah on sight. The vibe was a little calmer than Charleston, but I think it was honestly the Spanish moss-lined squares that really got to me. There was something more real about Savannah to me... now I'm not so sure but here are some of my pictures from an afternoon in this historic southern town.

If you’re looking for a coastal town with tons of history, colorful architecture, and some of that quintessential Southern charm, this is the place for you. I mean, there is a reason why Travel + Leisure readers voted it the #1 city in the United States. There are plenty of ways to spend a fun weekend around Charleston, here’s how to spend an easy one!