Fountain at Forsyth Park — Attraction in Savannah

There is not a more iconic site in Savannah than the fountain. It wouldn't feel the same without all the poor peddlers hawking folk art, sugar cane roses, and jewelry. If your lucky you'll even get to see the unhoused people sleeping on benches and yelling at people who are clearly better than them. Especially the tourists who spend so much money in this city and want the city to, "get rid of them." I mean, who are they to get in the way of that fountain photo they wanted ever since coming to the antebellum city of their dreams.

If you listen carefully to the rich New Yorkers who visit the city, you'll hear all kinds of great suggestions that the city can do to move undesirables away from tourist areas. I've heard suggestions such as - Make the benches less comfortable; empower police to arrest them with vagrant laws; concentrate them in camps where we dont have to look at them; and my personal favorite, run them over with horses.

All that aside, you should definitely check out the monument a little further south in the park that celebrates the confederacy. What a great way to show where our cities loyalty still lies! Overall, if you want a clear reminder that we are still the better people, and that our money is more important than your housing, visit Forsyth Park! Named for the governor who supported the Indian removal Act which led to the trail of tears, owned enslaved peoples, and loyally supported Andrew Jackson. I'm sure if he had lived long enough he would have also been a loyal confederate supporter!

Have fun in Savannah and remember, we celebrate our history here!

Update 4-2-22: Today there was a half marathon that ended at Forsyth Park. You should have been there when the police arrested a few vagrants for sleeping on a bench when they were setting up. I was lucky and got to see the indentation where the prod from the taser stuck into the bench instead of the house less person it...

Forsyth Park in Savannah, Georgia, is a true gem nestled in the historic district, just outside the bustling downtown area. My wife and I visited on a Sunday morning in August 2024 and were delighted by the ample street parking and angled lots around the park, all of which were free. This made it an excellent choice for an early morning weekend outing.

Arriving early allowed us to enjoy the park without the usual daytime crowds, making for a peaceful and enjoyable walk. The fountain at Forsyth Park is nothing short of stunning. Its large, beautiful structure, adorned with gorgeous white statues, stands out as a centerpiece. The cleanliness and maintenance of the park were impressive, with meticulously organized paths, garbage-free walkways, and gleaming statues.

The experience of walking through the park was enhanced by the overarching trees draped with moss, creating a picturesque and serene atmosphere. The park is also flanked by beautiful row houses, adding to its charm. We had the chance to meet some friendly locals and fellow visitors, making our visit even more enjoyable.

Forsyth Park is an excellent spot for an early morning walk, providing a perfect blend of natural beauty, historical charm, and a welcoming community. My wife and I enjoyed our time here so much that we plan to return before our trip ends. If you're visiting Savannah, a morning visit to Forsyth...

Beautiful park! Must see. Disclosure; You will meet some...I'll call them "locals" but they have always been friendly. We've never had any problems. They've never bothered us for anything. We have visited this park over a dozen times over the years and it's always amazing. It's a place we always share when we have others traveling with us. The main sidewalk is wide running north-south through the middle of the park under the huge Spanish moss-filled trees. The lawns are expansive and always maintained like a golf course. It is amazing. Parking can be a problem at times. We've found the parking at the south end by the tennis/ basketball courts and on the east side by the band shell is the easiest places to find a parking spot but only for cars and pickups. No oversized trailer/ rv/ camper parking that we have found close. I believe you can also park on neighboring streets and, so far, parking has always been free in any of the areas I mentioned. I definitely...