Itineraries for Savannah and Charleston
 

My husband and I (active seniors) will have 2 full days each in Savannah and Charleston. What are the most important/interesting sites to visit? We will have a car. Also would like recommendations for moderately priced restaurants. Thanks!

One day for Charleston, one day for the nearby planatations. Take a look at my trip report; click on my name to find it.

Hi crckwc1,

Visiting Savannah and Charleston, I'd make sure to include some of the local Low Country cooking while you're there. I liked Hominy Grill And Husk in Charleston and Belford's and Boar's Head in Savannah-- there are so many great choices for dining in both cities, with a few day visit as I had, I feel I've only just scratched the surface.

Activity highlights for me were the National Park Service's ferry boat ride out to Fort Sumter, the Aiken-Rhett House and the Nathaniel Russell House in Charleston; for Savannah, the Owens-Thomas House and the Isaiah Davenport House. Save some time for relaxed meandering-- I did enjoy my morning and evening strolls almost most of all, with all the lovely parks, gardens and beautiful architecture to behold.

Have a great trip! Daniel

There are some great trip reports on this board that cold help you pick an itinerary. I could spend a hour making one for you, but my top picks might not match yours.

Daniel provided wonderful information. Click on his name to see his posts.

Thanks so much for your help!

I can second the Hominy Grill in Charleston, especially for lunch – have been there a few times. Also Magnolias in Charleston http://magnoliascharleston.com

In Savannah, for a unique experience I would try Mrs. Wilkes Boarding House, aka Dining Room. I have been twice, but it has been about eight years. Somehow I doubt anything has changed… http://mrswilkes.com

And if you have time when driving between the two cities, Hunting Island State Park is always worth a stop over, however brief: http://www.huntingisland.com