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Live oak trees draped with Spanish moss lining a sun-dappled path through Forsyth Park
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Forsyth Park Hours & Admission

Forsyth Park doesn't have gates, so 'hours' really just means the city's overnight curfew. Here's the sunrise-to-10-PM rundown, farmers market times, and when the light is best.

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In short

Forsyth Park is open daily from sunrise to 10 PM and is completely free — no tickets or gates, no admission ever. The park is part of Savannah's public green space system and closes only overnight per city ordinance.

Forsyth Park hours

Forsyth Park has no gates, fences, or ticketed entry — it is an open public park. Savannah's city ordinance closes public parks to overnight use, so the practical hours are sunrise to 10 PM every day of the week, including holidays. There is no separate schedule for weekdays versus weekends.
DayHours
Monday – FridaySunrise – 10 PM
SaturdaySunrise – 10 PM
Farmers Market: 9 AM – 1 PM
SundaySunrise – 10 PM
HolidaysSunrise – 10 PM (no closures)
Note: exact sunrise varies by season — roughly 6:30–7:30 AM in winter and 6:00–6:30 AM in summer. The 10 PM curfew applies to all Savannah city parks.
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Is Forsyth Park free?

Forsyth Park has been free to the public since it opened in the 1840s, and that's never changed. No admission fee, no parking meter inside the park, no charge for the tennis or basketball courts, no ticketed section anywhere. The fountain area, walking paths, playground, and open lawns are all free to use. Even the Saturday farmers market costs nothing to browse — vendors charge for their goods, but walking through is open to everyone. It's still just a free city park, the way Savannah planned it.
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Best time of day and best season to visit

Golden hour (roughly one hour before sunset) is the most photogenic time at Forsyth Park. The warm light catches the white cast-iron fountain and filters through the Spanish-moss-draped live oaks to create the images you see on every Savannah travel guide. Bring a camera.Early morning is the quietest time. Before 9 AM the park is mostly dog walkers and joggers — ideal if you want the fountain to yourself or a peaceful walk under the oaks. Temperatures are also significantly cooler in summer mornings.By season: spring (March–May) is the most popular time to visit — mild temperatures, flowering trees, and the famous St. Patrick's Day green-fountain tradition in mid-March. Fall (October–November) offers comfortable weather and the annual Picnic in the Park concert. Summer is hot and humid but the park is lush and green; plan morning or evening visits. Winter is mild by most standards and far less crowded.
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Amenity hours, rules & what to know

Most park amenities follow the same sunrise-to-10 PM schedule as the park itself:
  • Public restrooms (near the café at the south end) — open during daylight hours; check current signage as hours can vary seasonally.
  • Forsyth Park Café — independently operated; check their current hours directly, typically morning through mid-afternoon.
  • Tennis courts — open during park hours; first-come, first-served.
  • Playground — open during park hours; supervised children only.
  • Farmers Market — Saturdays 9 AM–1 PM, year-round, south section.
Key rules: the park closes at 10 PM — overnight camping or sleeping in the park is not permitted. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times. Alcohol is prohibited in the park. Amplified music requires a permit. Bicycles should be walked on crowded paths.
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FAQ

Frequently asked

What time does Forsyth Park open and close?

Forsyth Park is open every day from approximately sunrise to 10 PM. There are no gates or turnstiles — the park simply closes to overnight use after 10 PM per Savannah's city park rules. It reopens at sunrise the following morning.

Is Forsyth Park free to visit?

Yes, Forsyth Park is completely free. There is no admission charge, no parking fee within the park, and no tickets required for any part of the park including the fountain area, walking paths, tennis courts, or playground. It has always been a free public park.

What time is the Forsyth Park farmers market?

The Forsyth Park Farmers Market runs every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM, year-round. It is held in the southern section of the park and features local produce, prepared foods, plants, and artisan goods. Arrive early for the best selection.

What is the best time of day to visit Forsyth Park?

The golden hour — roughly one hour before sunset — and early morning are the most popular times for photography and a relaxed visit. The fountain light is beautiful in the warm late-afternoon glow, and mornings are quieter and cooler, especially in summer. Midday in summer can be hot and crowded.

Location

Where is Forsyth Park?

Forsyth Park is a 30-acre public park at the south end of Savannah's Historic District in Georgia, bordered by Drayton Street, Whitaker Street, West Gaston Street and Park Avenue — about one mile south of River Street. It's free and open daily from sunrise to 10 PM.

Address
Forsyth Park, Drayton St & W Gaston St
Savannah, GA 31401
Hours
Daily · sunrise–10 PM
Entry
Free · no tickets
Coordinates
32.0686° N, 81.0951° W
Good to know
South end of the Historic District · ~1 mile (20-min walk) from River Street · street parking on the surrounding squares.
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