Forsyth Park is a must visit when I'm in Savannah. It is such a beautiful spot for a relaxing stroll, photos, people watching, and just taking in the city. The fountain is iconic, the trees and Spanish moss are gorgeous, and the shaded walking paths make it easy to slow down and enjoy the park. Lots of people were taking graduation photos while I was there, and I totally get why. It is such a pretty backdrop. Definitely worth stopping by, even if it's just for a quick walk and a few photos. read more

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Ok parking can be a bit hard, only negative. I love this place. The Spanish moss, vendors, soft southern grass, atmosphere, this place is what a city park should be. 5 star must see read more

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Forsyth Park is a great open public space and offers so much! There are basketball and tennis courts, a splash fountain, a wonderful enclosed playground, fields, ample amount of sidewalks, Fragrance Garden, and of course the beautiful fountain. You can often find people sunbathing on the lawns, playing frisbee or volleyball, taking a stroll, running through the park, or just simply sitting on one of the many benches enjoying the scenery. Most Saturdays you can find local vendors selling items or the Forsyth Farmers Market. A great place to source locally grown food such as veggies, meats, honey, mushrooms, pasta, breads, and so much more. There is a restaurant at the center, Collins Quarter. They have great patio seating and a great brunch spot. I would recommend getting a reservation. Other great spots are within walking distance such as The Sentient Bean for a coffee. read more

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After wrapping up a long day in an HR conference, several colleagues and I decided to explore Savannah. The afternoon was cool and breezy which made it ideal for walking and strolling around the town. The park is absolutely beautiful, open green spaces, shaded areas, and plenty of spots where you can just sit, relax, and have a picnic. After enjoying the scenery, we stopped by one of the nearby coffee shops before continuing our day walking around town. Definitely worth visiting. read more

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Fabulous 30-acre park in the heart of Savannah. Dating back to 1840s, with amazing Live Oaks which are green all year round, lots of green spaces and several prominent monuments. Most famously a fountain located on the north end of the park is one of the most renowned fountains in this part of the country. As it was recently renovated it looks as it did when it was new. Civil war memorial built few years after the Civil War it shows a confederate soldier and two prominent confederate officers natives of Savannah! Spanish American war memorial located on the south side of the park is dedicated to Savannah residents who fought in this conflict! Overall a beautiful park and not just for sight seeing but also for exercise, strolling or taking your pet for a walk.... read more

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A very nice and spacious park with history, some vendors, a restaurant and a fountain. read more

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We came here years ago and I loved coming back. Especially since this time was with our son and we were having pictures taken :) of course my son was in no mood that day but at least we got a few shots. The fountain was just gorgeous and they did such a great job restoring it. I wish we were able to walk around more but we had dinner to get to. read more

Nice part that we got to visit while we were in Savannah Georgia. Got to walk around and spend some time. They had a lot of activities and games going on at the time the fountain in the Square it's pretty nice as well. We had a good time here. read more

Forsyth Park is one of my favorite spots to go with Jordan whenever we just want a quick escape. Whether it's for a simple walk, to relax, or just to be surrounded by nature, this place always delivers. There's always something going on too, farmers markets, artsy fairs, and even small concerts and events from time to time. It never feels boring, but it's also peaceful when you want it to be. Honestly, the whole park feels like a movie scene. It's just so pretty, from the open green spaces to the iconic fountain. Every time we go, it reminds me why I love it so much. read more

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I was beyond excited to see the fountain in Forsyth Park, as it seems to be the crown jewel of Savannah, so you can imagine the chagrin flowing through my bloodstream when I walked below the beautiful sea moss hanging from the trees to see no fountain. Just a couple of cement blocks and visible pipes where a fountain should be. My first thought was Nicolas Cage would likely write a BANGIN movie script off of this. "I'm going to steal the Forsyth Park Fountain..." Turns out the fountain has been removed for renovations, but that's exactly what a local government would say if it was stolen. Really makes you wonder... We walked through the remaining acres of the park, and it is breathtaking. It's a true anchor for the community: Patrons having picnics on the well kept grass, owners playing fetch with their dogs, and a decent pick up basketball game was going on. After inspecting the beautifully crafted monument in the middle of the park, I was a bit shocked when it was a memorial to confederate soldiers from the Civil War. I stood there saying to myself "I don't know if we should have a monument for those cats..." but then I remembered that quote "Those who do not remember the past are condemned to repeat it." Idk, I got mixed feelings about it. Amazing park though. Would have been 5 stars if that fountain was there. IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo read more

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Another great find in downtown Savannah with lots of walking paths, water fountains, statues, street vendors, and greenery. Love this historic area! read more

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It's the symbol of Savannah!! The fountain is spectacular. A nice place for a picnic. The Confederate Statue honors the soldiers lost. read more

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One of the highlights of our trip in Savannah! The artists around the fountain had beautiful keepsakes for sale including one old-timey photographer who was printing photos as if they were in the newspaper! Cute memory to have. Would absolutely go back! The kids adored the park and we adults adored the cafe that sits snug to the park fence! read more

Very nice stroll in the park. Not to busy at the end of April. Some strange stranglers along the walk. read more

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Very much enjoyed staying right off the park last week. The park...stunning trees, lots of squirrels at play, and lovely homes surrounding. I made the loop multiple times a day, although after dark I decided not to go it alone, as there are some dark spots and a bit of questionable activity. Still yet, definitely one of the most beautiful parks I've been to. Bonus a fun farmers market covering most of the inside length on Saturday. read more

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Astonishing. The very first time you visit is just overwhelming in the best way. Forsyth Park is located near the SCAD art school that's famous in the city of Savannah. It's just an absolute must visit and seems to be where the main attractions are nearby. I could come and hang here for hours on end with an iced coffee and a book. Endless greenery surrounding you while being graced with the most fantastic live oak trees your eyes can handle. I'm still mind blown at how the beauty of this large park. read more

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OMG Forsyth Park is easily one of the most beautiful places in Savannah. The moment you walk in you're surrounded by giant oak trees draped with Spanish moss, wide open green spaces, and a calm atmosphere that feels like stepping into a postcard. I'm serious! Unfortunately i stopped by early in the morning and the iconic Forsyth Fountain was off but it is the perfect spot for photos and a must-see landmark. the park offers open areas for sports, and plenty of shaded paths for a relaxing stroll. It was a great break on our road trip for our dogs before a long drive back home. A MUST SEE! read more

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Me and my wife took a walk in this park during our 1st year anniversary visit to Savannah on Nov 19th, 2025. This park is so beautiful and relaxing we were able to see and read alot of the Savannah city history and it's extremely nice park for picnic, family gathering and Definitely kids friendly park. I highly recommend people to stop and spend time at this park during their visit to Savannah!!! read more

Pretty park. Lots of activity from vendors. No musicians on the day I went, which surprised me. The fountain is the star, of course. Glistening and gorgeous in the sun. At first glance, it reminds this New York loving girl of Washington Square Park, but maybe a little less rambunctious or lively. A little more geared toward the south and coastal artists/hustlers. But the park occupies 30 acres and offers a garden for the blind, tennis courts, basketball courts, soccer areas, and even places for rugby and frisbee. There are also concerts and a club/restaurant on site. There are benches, but on hot days, you'll often find the shaded ones are already taken. This is a real community spot and a place to rest and enjoy one of the well known Savannah sip and go cocktails. It's close to SCAD and other tourist attractions in the city, so you can make a day of it. read more

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This is an absolutely beautiful park. Unfortunately the fountain was being serviced while I was there, so she wasn't up and running at the time. But it is still something to see. The walkways are wonderfully shaded with lots of benches about, and a large open grassy area at the south end of the park. read more

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What a beautiful park. Story book level. The type of park you daydream about on a lonely night wherever you visited from. A park with incredible shade and Spanish moss and historic stuff. A park with a shaded playground for your kid. And a farmers market on Saturday. Beautiful place. Go. read more

Forsyth Park is such a gem in Savannah. A park that always has kids playing, adults quietly reading and on Saturdays the farmers market. This trip we purposefully booked an Airbnb near the park. Highly recommend, because it's the hub of everything. read more

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Forsyth Park is iconic Savannah at its finest--a must-see for locals and visitors alike. It's no wonder this park has been the backdrop for at least a dozen famous movies; the atmosphere here feels straight out of a storybook. The centerpiece is the great fountain, which is absolutely majestic and perfect for photos or just soaking in its beauty. Surrounding it are massive, centuries-old trees draped with Spanish moss, creating an otherworldly, almost dreamlike vibe as you stroll through the paths. Whether you're here for a relaxing walk, a picnic, or simply to take in the scenery, Forsyth Park offers a quintessential Savannah experience. It's a stunning escape that blends history, nature, and charm--absolutely worth visiting. read more

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Lovely public space. A great place for a walk, with open green space and tennis courts, a must stop in Savannah. Lovely houses and architecture around, some cute little shops that aren't as terribly busy as spots further towards downtown. read more

It was a gorgeous park with beautiful tree and famous fountain surrounded with historic buildings. It wasn't too clean and didn't seemed safe...Lot of homelessness and weird smells of weed and any other substances that weren't pleasant! The fountain was under construction so we werent able to see the real beauty in the images. Nice walk if there werent issues that I already talked about it! Also, there was so many unleashed dogs around park and we saw a real huge fight between dogs which I posted the video. Dont miss walking around the park the buildings close by were so gorgeous! read more

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Fun park to go and venture around, especially during a hot day as the trees give the park a welcoming shade. It's perfect for picnics when it's not 100 degrees outside either. It's not a large park; there's a cafe and a nice fountain in the middle. There's a nice area for the kids to play around in too. Behind the monument is a lot of open space for people to do whatever they want as well. It must be really popular almost all year round. read more

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Small park that highlights the city. Great for a stroll in the morning, people watching or just grabbing coffee. Plenty of parking around. The fountain is beautiful and there's also some history associated with this park. NNed after the first Governor or Georgia. read more

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Frank and I, We really enjoy Forsyth Park and have for over well sense we were kiddos, of course. Lol. Almost got me. I was gonna tell our ages there. It's taken on drastic face changes over the years but still remains beautiful. The gardens and paved walking paths are still a sight to enjoy. As well as for everyone else, too, especially for photographers to snap photos of nature and do family photos during Passover and Easter. Forsyth Park is Historic as well Savannah area for our famous Azalea blooms. They actually begin to bloom early March through early May. So enjoy to your hearts content you wonderful photographers, wedding planners and all artist. God's blessings be upon you. I've definitely had my fill of them. Lol. I'll stick with the magnolia trees. I do love those. They are absolutely beautiful and gorgeous and amazing. It's just so freaking fresh and fragrant. Hmmm... I wonder, can they be consumed? I must research. However, in case you didn't know the distance around our 30-acre park, it was 1.5 miles. And just because I was interested in knowing, I thought I'd ask Google or Yahoo this question for all the runners and walkers out there. How many laps would it take to walk around the Forsyth Park Fountain to reach a mile? Roughly 8 times = 1 Mile. Isn't that very interesting. Hope you may make use of that, folks. So, while I'm at it here in my hotel room, I'd like to share some fun facts with you about our beautiful Forsyth Park History. Here's a List of Movies filmed over the years: The Underground Railroad (2020) The Legend of Bagger Vance (2000) Lady and the Tramp (2019) Love Takes Flight (2019) The Poison Rose (2019) An LA Minute (2018) Baywatch (2017) The Divorce Party (2017) Royal Pains (2013) Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (1997) Cape Fear (1991) The Longest Yard (1974) Other Forsyth Park History Facts: Forsyth Park Built-in 1841 Name after: 33rd. Governor John Forsyth Landscape Designer: William Bischoff: original layout Landscape Architect: Frederick Law Architect/City Surveyor: John Hogg: modified original Park Developers: William Brown Hodgson: American diplomat/scientist who donated land for the park's original 10 acres in 1841 John Forsyth: Our 33rd Governor who donated an additional 20 acres in 1851 The Fountain Built-in 1858 30-foot Marble Basin Four Spouting Statues Statues represent: Art, Science, Rivers, Agriculture The fountain is modeled after a water feature in the Place de la Concorde in Paris And that's all for now, folks. Enjoy and have lunch at the local Café and visit the Saturday Farmers Market, especially the delightful singing Happy Happy Farmer Jo. Over & Out FranknKimm February 15th, 2025 Review Day Saturday read more

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Forsyth Park is a must visit if you're in the Savannah area. Here you can walk, bike, play sports, shop, and more. Unfortunately, the fountain was off when we went, but we had both saw it before so no big deal. We will be back! read more

If you visit Savannah, this park is an absolute must. Walking here for its picture perfect scenery of oak trees, Spanish moss, fragrant gardens, and a beautiful fountain that inspires one's creativity or solace. This park has been featured in movies and plays a vital role to Savannah's history. The first time I ever came here was when I was in the Army and stationed nearby over 20 years ago. I had never seen or been to anything as beautiful as this park. A bit of heaven on this Earth for sure. When I left back to LA, I missed everything about this park. So on my recent trip to Savannah I made it a point to come back. No matter what was going on in life, this park has always given me peace and gratitude. Peace to be still and take in all the beauty. Gratitude to have the opportunity to see it and not just view it. If you get an opportunity to see this park, do it. It's worth it. read more

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Forsyth Park is a lush, green oasis in the heart of Savannah, Georgia with a legacy of rich history and vibrant cultural relevance that dates back to the 1840s, making it the oldest and largest park of the city. It was named after Georgia's 33rd governor, John Forsyth. One thing that draws you once you step inside the park is the stunning Forsyth Fountain, the an elegant and grand white cast-iron centerpiece of the garden reminiscent of the city of love that lies on the north end of the park. Forsyth Park has also played backdrop to a number of notable films over the years. Hollywood blockbusters like "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil", "The Longest Yard" featured the park's charming beauty. While many people believed the bench scene in "Forrest Gump" was filmed in Forsyth Park, it was actually in Chippewa Square, just a few minutes' walk away. During my visit to Savannah, I really enjoyed visiting Forsyth Park with its 30 acres of vast green space. There were many people strolling and relaxing on the grassy lawn. There are playgrounds for families with kids and I appreciated the Fragrant Garden, designed for the blind to enjoy the scents of various plants. As an art lover, I was captivated by the sculptures scattered throughout the park. These include the Confederate War Memorial, Spanish-American War Memorial, the Waving Girl commemorating Florence Martus, and the Fragrant Garden Sculpture. Never miss visiting Forsyth Park to complete your Savannah trip. read more

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This is a gorgeous park with a huge open green space, fountain, splash water feature for kids, and a restaurant with walk up coffee and ice cream window which was great. Lots of people playing games or laying out; it's just lovely here. read more

When it comes to appreciating quintessential Savannah, Georgia, a case has got to be made for spending some quality time in Forsyth Park. Ever try an internet search for images of Georgia (especially Savannah)? Well if those search results featured beautiful lines of Spanish Moss adorned trees beckoning you to a beautiful fountain, yeah you were probably gazing at pics of Forsyth. This 30 acre sanctuary is nestled within the North Historic District and features an outdoor concert venue, large grassy areas for frolicking (or catching some rays), basketball courts, softball fields, tennis courts, and a sizable playground for the kiddos. No big deal you say? Not sufficiently unique to pique your curiosity? Well in that case I "see" your ambivalence and "raise" you a "fragrant garden." Hello? Is this on? Yeah, you heard me just fine. Although the enclosed Fragrant Garden was primarily intended for the enjoyment of the visually impaired, all are welcome to "sit a spell" and enjoy the various scents found wafting about. You can spend as little (or as long) as you like here, but failing to make some time for Forsyth Park means that you only "mostly" experienced Savannah. And that's...Henry's Take. #southernbeauty #forsythpark #savannahgold read more

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This has to be one of the loveliest park in the country. It isn't super large but it offers so much. This is an also very well maintained city park. There is a playground, tennis courts and a basketball court. There is a super big flat grassy area that always has people laying around in it, dogs running and people walking through. The park is constantly holding some event. There are live oaks all over the park and they line the walkways. There is a gorgeous fountain. A friend of mine asked his girlfriend to marry him at the fountain. There is a coffee shop and a health food store right outside the park. The city really decorates it up for Christmas. It's a must see. There isn't a ton of parking but there are so many streets around the park if you drive around a little you can find a spot. Put this one on your list! read more

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At the southern edge of the original boundary of Savannah, Forsyth Park is a municipal gem of some 30 acres dating back to the 1840s. We visited it on a cold (36°F), clear Saturday morning, and it was alive with people of all ages. One section had a Farmers' Market, children soccer practice in another, people enjoying breakfast at the Café in the pavilion on the eastern edge, and younger children enjoying playground equipment. We came to see the park as it featured prominently in the book and movie "In the Garden of Good and Evil". Central to the park, at its northern end, is a large, white cast iron Fountain that has been here since 1858, although renovated several times. It is the focal point in the park. Take your time here. Stroll the walks. Absorb the beauty. Reflect upon the history of this early example of the American Public Park Movement. read more

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A very famous park, known by people who love the movie Forest Gump as well as history lovers. Deep down, I knew this was the park where Forest Gump was filmed and why there were crowds, and my mother even shared her love of her experience there. Me, I was there for the history. The fountain. This trip, I was lucky to have Ben's mother along with us, who also loves history and wanted to experience this as well. Walking up to the park was so peaceful, stress melted away looking at the old beautiful trees, watching families play together and an amazing wedding shoot. It's a place to be and just be, you don't need a reason or a time set... just go and relax. read more

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With the number of squares and green-spaces in Savannah, Forsyth Park is an afterthought if you consider that the park's main fixture is a fountain. But the things that make Forsyth park worth it are the playgrounds for kids, the occasional musicians, and an interactive xylophone. To my disappointment, the Forsyth Farmers Market is only open on Saturdays and my partner and I came to visit on a Thursday. But we made the best of it. The best part of the park is the super talented trumpet player that played the trumpet smoother than a saxophone. The second was the interactive xylophone that we played around with by banging our phone cases on the flutes. There wasn't much else to see besides the fragrance garden which had a few varieties of flowers, and the playgrounds for kids. There were some statues of historical figures and some basketball and tennis courts. It's probably better to come on a Saturday when there's more people and when the farmer's markets are open. But I have no complaints coming on a Thursday if you're already in the vicinity. read more

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A beautiful park in the heart of Savannah. My friend and I stopped here to stretch our legs and walk around as we toured Savannah. A beautiful fountain with wide open walkways throughout the park. Right next to the historic district, with food option at the center of the park. A very pretty spot. read more

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This is one of the most beautiful parks I've ever seen! We went here in the beginning of September and the weather was perfect! This would be a good spot for a pictorial or just to relax, work out, study, read, or hang out with friends! read more

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Perfect park for families, furry babies & local delights! Having previously visited, my boyfriend and I were excited to return, especially since this time we got to share this meaningful park with our kids. This trips highlight was bringing our pups and got to see the local market with vendors selling handmade stuff. It's well maintained and has plenty of shaded benches. I love getting to hear local talent. We highly recommend exploring Forsyth park with your loved ones, as it promises to create lasting memories. read more

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