Savannah tides

Anchored by the cobblestones of River Street, the Savannah River, and Old Fort Jackson, this historic urban riverfront is deeply connected to the sea despite being miles inland. While it lacks sandy beaches, visitors flock to the riverwalk to shop, dine, and watch massive international freighters sail directly past the historic downtown buildings. The Savannah River experiences massive 7-to-9-foot tidal swings, and checking the tide chart tells you exactly when the harbor will be busiest; local riverboat pilots and massive container ships overwhelmingly time their passage with an incoming high tide to safely navigate the deep-water channel.