NEWS

Savannah is ranked No. 3 in the United States according to the Travel & Leisure World’s Best Awards 2024 readers’ survey announced that Savannah is No. 3. Savannah has consistently placed in the top five destinations on this prestigious list for almost two decades. This ongoing recognition has earned Savannah a spot in T+L’s Hall of Fame, awarded to destinations voted onto a specific World’s Best Awards list for ten consecutive years.

“On behalf of the Savannah/Chatham County community, we are extremely proud to be ranked among the top on Travel + Leisure’s annual World’s Best destinations list,” said Joseph Marinelli, President and CEO of Visit Savannah. “It’s a reminder that visitors to Savannah continually find world-class accommodations, unique culinary experiences, approachable retail opportunities, and museum and tour options that meet every taste and interest. For the 18th consecutive year, Savannah stands proud again of being named a top place for visitors worldwide.”

The 700,000+ voters were looking for a critical characteristic: cities with a strong identity and individual uniqueness. Cities were rated explicitly on sights/landmarks, culture, food, friendliness, shopping, and value.

TOP 15 CITIES IN THE UNITED STATES 2024

1. Charleston, SC
2. Santa Fe, NM
3. Savannah, GA
4. Honolulu, HI
5. New Orleans, LA
6. San Antonio, TX
7. Fort Worth, TX
8. New York, NY
9. Chicago, IL
10. Aspen, CO
11. Taos, NM
12. Annapolis, MD
13. Nashville, TN
14. Boston, MA
15. Alexandria, VA

The World’s Best is a travel awards program run by Travel + Leisure based on an annual reader survey. It is considered the travel industry’s most trusted rankings, and it is now in its 29th year.