Easter Brunch recommendations for Savannah and other questions
Mar 30th, 2010, 05:30 AM
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Easter Brunch recommendations for Savannah and other questions
On short notice,we have decided to take our family of four, 2 adults and two teens ages 14 and18, to Savannah. We leave from Seattle on 4/3, the red eye, and will be in Savannah from 4/3 until 4/9. None of us have ever been to Savannah and the kids have never been in the Deep South. We are booked into the Marriott Courtyard in the historic district, and will have access to a car.
a few questions:
1) Any recommendations for Easter brunch that would be nice, traditional but wouldn't break the bank?
2) Does the town shut down over Easter or are most things still open, such as movie theatres,kayak rentals, things to do in Beaufort?
3) Any tour guide recommendations? We are interested in History, Historical ghost stories ( no need to explore the Paranormal ) and some architecture. I tried Explore Savannah but Bobbie Davis was booked.He recommended someone new, Bonnie Terrell, but I haven't found anything about her on the internet. We would like someone who is entertaining, in addition to being knowledgeable,to help hold the attention of the teens. Michelle of Savannahbelle tours, may be available. Has anyone had good luck with her? Brad of Savannahwalks may also have space on a tour.
I would appreciate any advice!
Evelyn
a few questions:
1) Any recommendations for Easter brunch that would be nice, traditional but wouldn't break the bank?
2) Does the town shut down over Easter or are most things still open, such as movie theatres,kayak rentals, things to do in Beaufort?
3) Any tour guide recommendations? We are interested in History, Historical ghost stories ( no need to explore the Paranormal ) and some architecture. I tried Explore Savannah but Bobbie Davis was booked.He recommended someone new, Bonnie Terrell, but I haven't found anything about her on the internet. We would like someone who is entertaining, in addition to being knowledgeable,to help hold the attention of the teens. Michelle of Savannahbelle tours, may be available. Has anyone had good luck with her? Brad of Savannahwalks may also have space on a tour.
I would appreciate any advice!
Evelyn
Mar 30th, 2010, 06:12 AM
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About 3 years ago we did the buffet brunch at the Hyatt. It was not cheap, but we were all so stuffed that it covered us for the entire day. Much better than usual buffet brunches - food was fresh, replenished often - including fresh seafood, fruits, veggies. Disclaimer is that it was 3 years ago - so nothing more current.
Some of the Savannah College of Art and Design galleries and shops are actually quite interesting (SCAD.edu). Bonaventure Cemetary (as in Garden of Good and Evil book) is a fascinating place to spend a few hours strolling - not from a paranormal perspective - some of the tombstone inscriptions are a very revealing.
For architecture and the South, drive down Abercorn (runs perpendicular to Savannah River) and park and look at some of the buildings on side streets - just regular houses with some unique details.
Another fun place to eat with teens for a taste of southern, is the Crab Shack. It is on the way to Tybee Island and is not much more than a collection of shacks - and the food is boiled crabs, shrimp, shellfish. If you wear anything other than jeans and flipflops you will be overdressed. One sits at a table with a big hole in the middle for shells. (thecrabshack.com). Don't even think of going if you want to order something other than the seafood.
Open for lunch is Mrs Wilkes Boarding House - meals are true southern and served family style. (only open M-F)
While River Street has some tourist-y places, it is nice to sit along the Savannah River and watch ships go by.
Forsythe Park is a gigantic park with fountain - you can't go to Savannah without saying you have seen it. Some good architecture on surrounding streets as well.
The year I was in Savannah for Easter (to visit son at SCAD)I picked a church to attend on Easter somewhat similar to denomination I would go to at home - but picked the one I found the most beautiful from the outside. Not because I felt it essential to go to church on Easter but because I wanted to experience the service and interior of the church - don't remember which one I went - it was a Protestant church on Abercorn about a half mile from Bay Street. If you have time, worth consideration.
Even the hop on'hop off trolley tour is OK. Enjoy Savannah - it should be beautiful this time of year.
Some of the Savannah College of Art and Design galleries and shops are actually quite interesting (SCAD.edu). Bonaventure Cemetary (as in Garden of Good and Evil book) is a fascinating place to spend a few hours strolling - not from a paranormal perspective - some of the tombstone inscriptions are a very revealing.
For architecture and the South, drive down Abercorn (runs perpendicular to Savannah River) and park and look at some of the buildings on side streets - just regular houses with some unique details.
Another fun place to eat with teens for a taste of southern, is the Crab Shack. It is on the way to Tybee Island and is not much more than a collection of shacks - and the food is boiled crabs, shrimp, shellfish. If you wear anything other than jeans and flipflops you will be overdressed. One sits at a table with a big hole in the middle for shells. (thecrabshack.com). Don't even think of going if you want to order something other than the seafood.
Open for lunch is Mrs Wilkes Boarding House - meals are true southern and served family style. (only open M-F)
While River Street has some tourist-y places, it is nice to sit along the Savannah River and watch ships go by.
Forsythe Park is a gigantic park with fountain - you can't go to Savannah without saying you have seen it. Some good architecture on surrounding streets as well.
The year I was in Savannah for Easter (to visit son at SCAD)I picked a church to attend on Easter somewhat similar to denomination I would go to at home - but picked the one I found the most beautiful from the outside. Not because I felt it essential to go to church on Easter but because I wanted to experience the service and interior of the church - don't remember which one I went - it was a Protestant church on Abercorn about a half mile from Bay Street. If you have time, worth consideration.
Even the hop on'hop off trolley tour is OK. Enjoy Savannah - it should be beautiful this time of year.
Mar 30th, 2010, 06:52 AM
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The buffet at the Mulberry Inn is the most traditional "southern" one I know of in the city that is neither touristy or too expensive.
http://www.savannahhotel.com/service_amenities.php
Sunday brunch from 12 to 2.
Consider this for Easter service -
http://www.christchurchsavannah.org/Worship.htm
I recommend one of the trolley tours as well or a carriage ride (pick up at City Market)
Make sure you realize that Savannah is NOT River Street and get out and stroll the squares.
Clary's is a great traditional breakfast option.
A good Sunday brunch option - http://www.sohosouthcafe.com
Great for lunch too - and makes a nice walking destination to get you out in the squares.
http://www.savannahhotel.com/service_amenities.php
Sunday brunch from 12 to 2.
Consider this for Easter service -
http://www.christchurchsavannah.org/Worship.htm
I recommend one of the trolley tours as well or a carriage ride (pick up at City Market)
Make sure you realize that Savannah is NOT River Street and get out and stroll the squares.
Clary's is a great traditional breakfast option.
A good Sunday brunch option - http://www.sohosouthcafe.com
Great for lunch too - and makes a nice walking destination to get you out in the squares.
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