The Brooklyn
of Savannah is
Starland District.
The case for Starland District
Starland District is where Savannah gets weird. Bull Street is the spine, 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.
Sulfur Studios on Bull Street alone houses 26 small artist galleries, all part of the monthly First Friday art walk that strings together the district's 35-odd blocks.
Close contenders
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.
Three sides of the neighborhood
Where to go in Starland District.
All 24 spots mapped out
Starland District, corner to corner.
Our 24 top picks
The Starland District guide.
Practical info
Good to know.
The boring numbers that decide whether you stay three days or four.
| Currency | USD |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Cost level | $$Moderate |
| Best months | March to early May, and October to mid-November |
| Local time | UTC-4 |
| Plug type | US plug · 120V/60Hz |
| Emergency | 911 |
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. Sulfur Studios on Bull Street alone houses 26 small artist galleries, all part of the monthly First Friday art walk that strings together the district's 35-odd blocks.
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 is the spine, 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.
What is the hippest neighborhood in Savannah?
Starland District is the hippest neighborhood in Savannah. Bull Street's converted mid-century buildings now hold breweries, tiki bars, and a record shop full of taxidermy, where SCAD students drink cheap beer alongside actual residents.
What is the trendiest neighborhood in Savannah?
Starland District is Savannah's trendiest neighborhood right now. A mile south of the moss-draped squares, galleries and street-food spots keep opening on blocks where people are still figuring out what the neighborhood wants to be.
Where do creatives live in Savannah?
The Starland District, south of Forsyth Park. SCAD students and longtime locals work out of converted mid-century buildings along Bull Street, with one studio alone holding 26 small artist galleries. Unlike the moss-draped squares to the north, people actually live and make things here.
What is the most bohemian neighborhood in Savannah?
Starland District is where Savannah gets weird. Bull Street runs as its spine, lined with breweries, tiki bars, taco joints, and a record shop stocked with taxidermy. The monthly First Friday art walk strings together 35-odd blocks. Cheap beer, communal backyards, and genuine strangeness define the bohemian texture here.
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. A Queen Anne Italianate mansion from 1885 with ten uniquely appointed rooms, clawfoot and jetted tubs, fireplaces, and a courtyard pool shaded by oaks.
Is Starland District in Savannah safe at night?
Starland District is a lived-in creative neighborhood, not a tourist compound. Bars and restaurants here stay busy late, which keeps streets active. Use normal city awareness.
Is Savannah expensive?
Savannah rates $$ on a global travel scale. Affordable, with good value for food and drink.
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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