Savannah’s City Market has long personified the vibrant heart beat of "The Hostess City." Located in the northwest corner of the Historic District between Franklin Square and our still emerging “rising up from the ashes” Ellis Square, intrepid travelers find themselves just a few blocks south of the Savannah River's bustling River Street. City Market truly is the “heart and soul” as the concentrated aggregate of hospitality industry professional like to refer to them selves as.
There’s been one ever evolving generational incarnation or another of this open air market here since 1755, where in the early days of Colonial Georgia, farmers and fisherman sold fresh produce and fish to the coastal city dwellers that settled Savannah. In the early 50’s of the 20th century, many old buildings were razed to make room for modern buildings and a new fangled parking garage. This controversial action eventually led to the formation of the Historical Savannah Foundation thanks to a group of visionary ladies which changed Savannah’s focus on one of preserving the historic district rather than one of destroying her history.
Take the City Market virtual tour by clicking on the link to the left to determine just how she has undergone an impressive metamorphosis during the ensuing years that retains her historic flavor. This highly trafficked historic district destination has been designated for pedestrians only. And watch the You Tube video below to get a better idea of what City Market is all about before you hit town as one of our many satisfied guests here at Savannah Getaways.
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