10 Best Places to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in the U.S.
Big fan of St. Patrick's Day? Live somewhere that shares your passion! Here's a list of 10 cities that turn into Ireland every March 17.
The oldest city in Georgia, Savannah is located just across the Savannah River from South Carolina. Canopies of Live Oak trees draped in Spanish moss and restored historic buildings line cobblestone streets throughout Savannah. Built over Indian burial grounds and old cemeteries, Savannah has a haunted reputation consequently leading to frequent ghost tours.
Boasting a pedestrian-friendly layout, Savannah is a highly walkable city. There are plenty of things to do in Savannah, all within walking distance. Should you choose to rent in Savannah, you will have the chance to attend the world’s second largest Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, see the ornate Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, shop the boutiques and national retailers along Broughton Street, marvel at the many art galleries run by Savannah College of Art and Design graduates, unwind at Forsyth Park, enjoy the Savannah Film Festival, and take a 30-minute drive to Tybee Island for easy beach access.
Convenient to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport as well as Interstates 16, 516, and 95, getting around from Savannah is a breeze.
Canopy of trees at Wormsloe Historic Site
Savannah's iconic live oak trees accentuate the squares
Historic River Street
Visit the nearby Tybee Island Lighthouse
Ferry on the river
The City Exchange Bell is the oldest in Georgia, built in 1802
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Savannah, GA is $1,707 for a studio, $1,568 for one bedroom, $1,733 for two bedrooms, and $1,983 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Savannah has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
The cost of living in Savannah, GA is 6.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Savannah is 22.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,568 - $1,983. You can expect to pay 2.3% more for groceries, 6.1% less for utilities, and 0.1% less for transportation.
Big fan of St. Patrick's Day? Live somewhere that shares your passion! Here's a list of 10 cities that turn into Ireland every March 17.
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