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The best way to get around Savannah is on foot or with The City of Savannah’s multi-modal transportation system. The Downtown Transportation (DOT) system are:<\/p> These boats depart from Rousakis Plaza on River St. Operating 7 days a week, from 7 am to 10 pm.<\/p> Pet Policy \u2013 Service animals, pets in carriers, and non-aggressive dogs on leashes are welcome on the Ferries. “Dottie” is a bio-diesel fueled Melbourne streetcar, lovingly restored in Savannah. You may have noticed that\u00a0Dottie<\/em> \u2013 the River Street Streetcar \u2013 is not showing operating hours. The planned construction on the West end of River Street was to soon interfere with the streetcar track and facility. We all are looking forward to a time when we can announce that streetcar service on River Street will resume.<\/strong><\/p> The dot Shuttle takes passengers to many of the cultural and historical points of interest downtown, Free Wi-Fi, ADA-Accessible, Pet Policy \u2013 Only service animals.<\/p> Most importantly, It’s free of charge!<\/strong><\/p> Use this FREE Transportation System to get around from any of our Vacation\u00a0rentals<\/a>. Lots of stops as well right around the corner!\u00a0<\/p> For more information on Savannah’s Transportation System and the dot, click Connect On The Dot<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Monday through Friday 7 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m.<\/strong><\/p> Saturday 10 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m.<\/strong><\/p> Sunday 10 a.m. \u2013 6 p.m.<\/strong><\/p> Holidays 10 a.m. \u2013 6:30 p.m.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p> This includes Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Christmas Eve, and New Year\u2019s Eve.<\/p> There is no service on Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year\u2019s Day<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Operating hours No operating hours currently<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
They can transport downtown visitors by road, as well as rail, and by sea at no charge<\/strong>.<\/p>Savannah Belles Passenger Ferry<\/strong>:<\/h3>
And provide ferry service between River Street, Hutchinson Island, and the Waving Girl.
The ferries are reminiscent of vessels seen in the harbor a century ago.<\/p>
Equally important is <\/span><\/span>ADA Accessible.
Bicycles and strollers are welcome on board.<\/p>River Street Streetcar<\/strong>:<\/h3>
This 43-passenger car makes several stops along its roughly a mile-long track on River Street.<\/p>
Early in 2016, the city had to make a tough decision to suspend the streetcar operation for the remainder of that year.<\/p>
They also examined several alternatives but eventually concluded that a temporary service suspension was the only viable choice.<\/p>The dot Shuttle<\/strong>:<\/h3>
as well as to and from the city’s 5 public parking garages.
They are performing 20 stops around the Historic District. Furthermore, they also connect<\/span><\/span>\u00a0to municipal parking facilities, Visitor Centers, and Ferry Landings.<\/p>Free Transportation in Savannah<\/strong><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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currently<\/em><\/span> run from
7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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