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Charleston · Savannah · 3 days itinerary

Charleston and Savannah in 3 Days

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This itinerary spends two days in Charleston before moving to Savannah. Day one covers the historic district with stops at Rainbow Row, the Battery, St. Michael's Church, the City Market, and the Old Exchange. Day two adds the Aiken-Rhett House and French Quarter then drives south, leaving day three for Savannah's squares, cathedral, riverfront, and cemetery.

3 daysCharlestonSavannahHistoric sitesBy travli· Checked by the travli team, September 2026

Day by day

Day 1

Charleston's historic district

  1. 9:00CharlestonWalk
  2. 10:00CharlestonWalk
  3. 11:30CharlestonSight
  4. 13:00CharlestonSight
  5. 15:00CharlestonSight
Day 2

Charleston, then Savannah

  1. 9:00CharlestonSight
  2. 11:00CharlestonWalk
  3. 14:00Drive to SavannahCharlestonTransfer
  4. 17:30SavannahWalk
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Day 3

Savannah's squares

  1. 9:30SavannahSight
  2. 11:30SavannahSight
  3. 13:00SavannahWalk
  4. 15:30SavannahSight
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Questions about this trip

Is 3 days enough for Charleston and Savannah?

Three days covers the main historic sites if you focus on walking routes and drive between cities on day two. Add a fourth day if you want more time at museums or River Street.

Do I need to book tickets for Charleston and Savannah museums ahead?

Reserve Aiken-Rhett House and Owens-Thomas House tickets online one week in advance. Same-day entry often sells out on weekends.

How do I get from Charleston to Savannah?

Drive about two hours south via US-17 and I-95. Book a rental car ahead and budget for parking in both historic districts.

What is the best way to get around Charleston and Savannah?

Walk the compact historic districts. Use rideshares for trips to Bonaventure Cemetery or between distant squares.

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