Kid Friendly Attractions and Activities

Looking for kid friendly attractions and things to do in Savannah?  With so many indoor and outdoor activities, you will find that Savannah is a destination that you MUST bring the family to see and experience!

The Pirates' House Restaurant, a fun and historic restaurant, served as an inn for seafarers since1753and became a favorite haunt of pirates and other nefarious visitors.  It is said that Captain Flint, made notorious in the book Treasure Island, died in an upstairs room here in the company of his first mate, Billy Bones.  It is rumored that there are tunnels that extend from underneath the restaurant to the Savannah River where boatcaptains shanghaied unwary and very drunk seamen to complete their crews.  The historic building's present incarnation, The Pirate's House, maintains the original features of the structure and preserves pirate artifacts and other memorabilia in its 15 dining rooms.  The Pirates' House has a great buffet, an extensive menu and a kids menu, which adds to the fun for both adults and kids alike.  Visit their website for more information.

 Old Fort Jackson, properly named Fort James Jackson, has been a part of Coastal Georgia's history for nearly two centuries.  Named in honor of Georgia governor and Revolutionary Way soldier James Jackson, the fort is the oldest standing brick fortification in the state.  Fort Jackson is also a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Sites.  The fort is one of only eight Second System fortifications (a series of forts built prior to the War of 1812) still standing in the United States.  It served as headquarters for the Confederate Savannah River defenses during the American Civil War.  Visit their website for more information.

Oatland Island Wildlife Center is situated approximately halfway between downtown Savannah and Tybee Island.  Here you can see many indigenous animals,including Georgia farm animals, bison, alligators, and bobcats, lots of sea life and explore plant life.  Oatland Island Wildlife Center runs many different seasonal programs ailed at children.  Call or visit their website to find out what's going on during your stay in Savannah!

Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, founded in 1966, exhibits ship models, paintings, and maritime antiques, principally from the great era of Atlantic trade and travel between England and America during the 18th and 19th centuries.  Visit their website for more information.

Tybee Island Tybee means "salt" to Native Americans, but the name of this low-key seaside  resort now brings to mind words such as "sun," "sand" and "fun."  Located 18 miles east of Savannah, this small barrier island boasts a wide, 3 mile long beach that is backed by sand dunes covered in sea oats and is perfect for sunbathing, people watching and frolicking in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean.  The island's south-end pier and pavilion is a splendid venue for strolling above the ocean, people watching and fishing.  See the movie, "The Last Song," starring Miley Cyrus, which was filmed on Tybee Island.  Visit their website for more information.

Dolphin Magic Tours was originally founded by Captain Derek Brown in the Summer of 1999.  The 41 foot twin turbo diesel has a maximum capacity of 48 people.  So come aboard, sit back, relax and enjoy a full featured narrated tour of Savannah's riverfront, the Waving Girl statue, Fort Jackson, and Fort Pulaski.  Then, enjoy the excitement of watching Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins play around historic Tybee Beach.  Each cruise is one and a half to two hours long.  Our season runs from March to November and we recommend you bring sunscreen and your camera.  We have restrooms on board and offer rain checks if it should rain on the day you book.  Visit their website for more information.

If your family enjoys the outdoors you might want to take a Kayaking Tour.  Kayaking is very easy and a great way to get up close to nature.  They have all different tours for all ages.  Explore our waterways, marshes and barrier islands, but most importantly...get ready to relax!  We like Sea Kayak Georgia.  Visit their website for tour descriptions and instruction options.

The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum Experience the excitement of a World War II combat mission.  See what it was like to be a U.S. Airman shot down over enemy territory and how "helpers" in local villages helped these Airmen escape and evade the enemy.  Explore the small house that shows how these same "helpers" hid US as well as English Airmen, even at great risk to their own well-being and safety.  It's all here and more at the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum in Pooler, just minutes from downtown Savannah.  Offering ample free parking, the museum's other benefits include an onsite pub serving lunch daily as well as group and school tour special rates.  More importantly, the museum is a treasure that offers glimpses of the past and a sense of what it's like to be a true patriot.  It all began back in 1942, just weeks after the attack on Pearl Harbor.  You can also receive $2.00 off your admission when you stay at one of StayinSavannah.com's preferred hotel partners.  Just ask your concierge.  Click here for more information on "one of the world's most powerful museum experiences."

 At the Roundhouse Railroad Museum there is plenty for the kids to do!  They have a wonderful collection of trains and there is some great history in the museum and its exhibits.  It is also very affordable!  Visit their website for more information.

If you want to learn the history of Savannah from its founding days until now, check out the Savannah History Museum.  It's a great spot to get more information about the city throughout the years. Click here for more information.