The Brooklyn
of Savannah is
Starland District.

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The case for Starland District

Starland District is the coolest neighborhood in Savannah for tiki bars, taco-and-cheap-beer nights, and a record shop stocked with taxidermy.

Starland District is where Savannah gets weird. Bull Street runs through it, lined with converted mid-century buildings now housing breweries, tiki bars, and a record shop full of taxidermy. SCAD kids mix with lifers over cheap beer and excellent tacos. The moss-draped squares are a mile north. Down here, people actually live.

In the middle of Savannah's Starland District, Sulfur Studios on Bull Street packs 26 working artist studios, a main gallery, a darkroom, and an artist residency space under one roof.
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Other cool neighborhoods in Savannah.

Victorian District

Victorian District has the gorgeous painted ladies without the tourist foot traffic. Forsyth Park anchors the north end. Quieter, more residential, still walkable to everything.

Thomas Square Streetcar District

Thomas Square bleeds into Starland so seamlessly locals argue about where one ends and the other starts. The streetcar line is long gone, but the bones remain.

Baldwin Park

Baldwin Park sits just south of the action. More affordable, more neighborhood-y. People wave from their porches.

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Three sides of the neighborhood

Where to go in Starland District.

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Stay in Starland District

Starland has the right kind of small hotels.
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Eat & Drink in Starland District

Bull Street is the whole thing.
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Do & Shop in Starland District

Foxy Loxy on Bull Street is the morning anchor - Mexican-roasted coffee, breakfast tacos, and a lending library out back.
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Starland District, corner to corner.

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Practical info

Good to know.

The boring numbers that decide whether you stay three days or four.

CurrencyUSD
LanguageEnglish
Cost level $$Moderate
Best monthsMarch to early May, and October to mid-November
Local time UTC-4
Plug type US plug · 120V/60Hz
Emergency911
Local tip
Foxy Loxy's back courtyard stays open late and serves beer and wine. It's a better nightcap spot than most actual bars.
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Common questions

Things to know about Starland District.

What is the Brooklyn of Savannah?
The Brooklyn of Savannah is Starland District. Starland District is where Savannah gets weird. In the middle of Savannah's Starland District, Sulfur Studios on Bull Street packs 26 working artist studios, a main gallery, a darkroom, and an artist residency space under one roof.
What is the coolest neighborhood in Savannah?
Starland District is widely considered the coolest neighborhood in Savannah. Starland District is where Savannah gets weird. Bull Street runs through the middle, lined with converted mid-century buildings now housing breweries, tiki bars, and a record shop full of taxidermy. SCAD kids mix with lifers over cheap beer and excellent tacos. The moss-draped squares are a mile north. Down here, people actually live.
Where should I stay in Starland District, Savannah?
The best boutique hotels in Starland District include Azalea Inn and Villas, The Galloway House Inn, and Printmaker's Inn. Azalea Inn and Villas is the one to book first. A Queen Anne Italianate mansion from 1885 with ten uniquely appointed rooms, clawfoot and jetted tubs, fireplaces, and a courtyard pool shaded by oaks. Full gourmet breakfast, afternoon appetizers, and evening desserts make it feel less like a hotel and more like someone's very generous home.
Is Starland District in Savannah safe at night?
Starland is generally fine during the day and early evening, with foot traffic around the cafes and galleries on Bull Street and Desoto Avenue. After dark, blocks get quiet quickly and lighting is uneven. Stick to main corridors, use a rideshare for anything beyond a few blocks, and avoid cutting through unlit lanes between the commercial strip and residential streets.
Is Savannah expensive?
Savannah sits mid-priced, easier on the wallet than many coastal cities. Expect rideshare from the airport to Starland around $30 to $40, and plan on tipping 18 to 20% at sit-down restaurants. For cheaper rooms, book January, when rates often run 30 to 40% below spring peaks.
When is the best time to visit Savannah?
March through early May and October to mid-November are the times to come, with daytime temperatures of 65-78°F and low humidity. Summer is brutal - June through September brings 90°F heat, thick humidity, and afternoon thunderstorms, so plan indoor breaks between 1 and 4pm. Winter stays mild but damp, with January lows near 40°F.

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