A broad view of a Savannah street bordered by Spanish-moss-draped live oaks, characteristic of the Forsyth Park neighborhood

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Forsyth Park Map & Layout Guide

Around 30 acres of live oaks, monuments, courts, and lawns — here is a word-by-word orientation so you arrive knowing exactly where to go.

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In short

Forsyth Park's map spans roughly 30 acres bounded by West Gaston Street (north), Park Avenue (south), Drayton Street (east), and Whitaker Street (west). The 1858 fountain anchors the north end, a monument-lined central promenade leads south to tennis courts and open fields, and the playground, café, and Fragrant Garden occupy the south end.

North end: the fountain and Gaston Street entrance

If you approach Forsyth Park from downtown Savannah along Bull Street, you enter from the north side at West Gaston Street — and the first thing you see is the famous white cast-iron fountain, installed in 1858. This is the heart of the park and the most popular gathering spot. The open circular lawn around the fountain is broad enough for picnic blankets and photo setups from any angle. Drayton Street borders the park on the east here, Whitaker Street on the west, and both have on-street parking for those arriving by car.

The central promenade: monuments and live oaks

Heading south from the fountain, a wide central promenade stretches the length of the park, lined on both sides by the enormous live oaks draped in Spanish moss that define Savannah's visual identity. Along this central spine and in the surrounding lawn areas you will find the park's monuments — including a Confederate memorial and a marker commemorating the Spanish-American War. These sit roughly in the middle third of the park and are easy landmarks for meeting up with others. The broad lawns on either side of the promenade are popular for casual recreation, yoga, and dog walking throughout the day.

Mid to south: courts, fields, and event space

The southern half of the park opens up into more active recreation territory. Tennis courts and basketball courts are located in this section, along with larger open fields that the city uses for concerts, festivals, and community events throughout the year. This half of the park has a more relaxed, neighborhood feel compared to the tourist-heavy fountain area. On Saturday mornings the farmers market sets up in this general zone, drawing locals with fresh produce, prepared foods, and craft vendors.

South end: playground, café, and Park Avenue

At the very south end of the park, along Park Avenue, you will find the children's playground tucked under the live oaks, public restrooms, and the park café — a convenient stop for coffee or a snack. The Fragrant Garden, a small walled garden originally designed for visitors with visual impairments, is also at this end of the park. Walking from the fountain to this south end takes roughly 10 minutes at a comfortable pace, covering the full approximately 30 acres of the park from Gaston Street to Park Avenue. To get turn-by-turn walking directions, simply search for "Forsyth Park" in Google Maps — the park's pin drops near the fountain, and you can navigate to any of the bordering streets from there.

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FAQ

Frequently asked

How big is Forsyth Park?

Forsyth Park covers around 30 acres, making it one of the largest green spaces in Savannah's Historic District. Walking the full length of the park from the fountain at the north end to Park Avenue at the south takes roughly 10 minutes at a relaxed pace.

What is at the north end of Forsyth Park?

The north end of the park, along West Gaston Street, is where you will find the famous cast-iron fountain — the most photographed landmark in Savannah. The open lawn around the fountain is the park's natural gathering place and the best spot for photos in the morning or at golden hour.

What streets border Forsyth Park?

Forsyth Park is bounded by West Gaston Street on the north, Park Avenue on the south, Drayton Street on the east, and Whitaker Street on the west. Bull Street, the historic north-south spine of Savannah, passes through the neighborhood and is the most common approach from downtown.

How long does it take to walk through Forsyth Park?

A leisurely walk from the fountain at the north end to the playground and café at the south end takes around 10 minutes. If you stop at the monuments, the tennis courts, or the Fragrant Garden, allow 30 to 45 minutes to explore the full park comfortably.

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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