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Lafayette Square

Lafayette Square
Photo: Fuzheado, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

It is one of Savannah's original squares, laid out in 1837 and shaded by live oak trees. A central fountain, given by the Colonial Dames of Georgia, stands in the middle. The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist borders the square.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 7 of Charleston and Savannah in 7 Days

Visiting Lafayette Square: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
20 to 40 minutes
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
Walk from River Street or Bull Street

Savannah itineraries with Lafayette Square

Day 7 of Charleston and Savannah in 7 Days

Bonaventure and Wormsloe

How Lafayette Square fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Wormsloe Historic SiteSavannah
  2. 13:00Bonaventure CemeterySavannah
  3. 17:00Lafayette SquareSavannah
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Lafayette Square FAQs

Is Lafayette Square free to visit?

Yes. The square is a public park with no entry fee.

What is in the middle of Lafayette Square?

A fountain given by the Colonial Dames of Georgia stands at the center.

Can you visit Lafayette Square at night?

The square is a public space, but it has limited lighting after dark.

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