Can I drive on River Street?
Yes, Driving on River Street is one-way west (bridge) to east. If you are dropping passengers, pull over on the right (sidewalk) side.
How do I drive down there?
Take MLK Jr. Blvd. north to River Street and turn right (east). Also access River Street from Bay Street via the cobblestone paved Barnard Ramp, Bull Ramp, Abercorn Ramp, Lincoln Ramp and East Broad Street Ramp.
Is there parking on River Street?
Yes! Two new Parking Garages and Five Parking Lots:
Plant Riverside Garage located at 500 West River Street provides access to Plant Riverside District and West River Street.
Eastern Wharf Parking Garage located at 301 Passage Way provides access to Eastern Wharf and East River Street.
The garages and parking lots are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Rates may be subject to change for special events
Credit/Debit card are the only forms of payment accepted
Parking Lots on River Street: There are 3 city lots and 2 private parking lots. Lots are located at the Barnard Ramp (1), Abercorn Ramp (1) and Lincoln Ramp (3).
Metered Parking in downtown Savannah
Connect on the DOT – Free Downtown Shuttle
Is there an elevator?
Yes! Public outdoor elevators are located:
West – At The Alida Savannah, 412 Williamson Street right next to the grand staircase. The comfortable stairs run from the north terminus of Montgomery Street at Williamson Street down to West River Street and Factors Walk.
Central – Between the Hyatt Regency Savannah, 2 West Bay Street, and City Hall, 2 East Bay Street (Intersection of Bull and Bay Streets).
East – At the AC Hotel Savannah Historic District 601 E River Street.
Is there a visitors center on River Street?
Yes! The River Street Visitor Information Center: 1 West River Street. Adjacent to the Hyatt Regency Savannah at the foot of the Bull Ramp, behind City Hall. Stop by for a restroom break and speak with knowledgeable information specialists. Open Sunday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
How can I ride the ferry?
The Savannah Belles Ferry provides free passage across the Savannah River between Savannah’s Waterfront and Hutchinson Island, home of the Savannah Convention Center, Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa, the Silas Park Residential Community and Savannah Harbor. Ferries currently runs from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Click here for more info
Ferry Landings Locations:
CITY HALL LANDING – Riverwalk at City Hall, adjacent to Hyatt Regency Savannah
TRADE CENTER LANDING – Hutchinson Island between Savannah Convention Center and Westin Savannah Harbor Resort & Spa.
WAVING GIRL LANDING – Riverwalk, adjacent to Savannah Riverfront Marriott