Johnson Square
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Bull St (btwn Bryan St & Congress St) Savannah , GA 31401 United States
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The 1st square built in Savannah in 1733. To this day it remains the largest of all 24 squares. Many of the cities banks are located here, which is why it has been nicknamed "Banking Square." Read more
Designed in 1733. Named for Robert Johnson, Royal Governor of South Carolina when Georgia was founded. The 1st of 24 squares built. The statue is of General Nathanael Greene, a Revolutionary War hero.
Originally surrounded by Savannah's first 40 houses, in the early 20th century, this square started evolving into a skyscraper district. Note the 15 story office tower.www.architecturalsavannah.co
Only square in Savannah where there in NO Spanish moss growing on the trees ! Very creepy!
Look for the white marble bench dedicated to the memory of songwriter Johnny Mercer, whose family home sits nearby. – Green Guide Editor
Check out the bronze sundial dedicated to Colonel William Bull , the namesake of Savannah's Bull Street.
Nice square to walk! www.miamiculinarytours.com
Nice square with a nice history
NO PANHANDLING PLEASE - DISCOURAGE PANHANDLING IN SAVANNAH - Call 911 if you are physically threatened or asked for money. Violation of city code 9-1001
Shade in Savannah, worth it's weight in gold.
Nice place to relax and get some fresh air
A small, pleasant square.
Love this square
Great place to people watch !
Visit the sundial .
the beards are long in the square
Pretty historic stuff!
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Very pretty place
Taking a ghost tour
Peoplewatch.
Two fountains , no live oak. One monolith
Good view of golden done. Surrounded by banks
Grab lunch at Jimmie Johns at eat while people watching in this square!
Similar places nearby :
Check out the Rock laid there in the memory of Native American Chief Tomochichi. Great Italian place - Bella Napoli's - Next to the beautiful church! - Ray Christie
All of the buildings are original to this square, except the United Way building. The center monument is dedicated to General Casimir Pulaski, try to discover a cool fact about the unique design. - KeytoSavannah.com
Very clean for a public park,nice people with they’re dogs all over. Nice to sit in the shade and relax! - Klaus Pabst
Great service and awesome food!! The fried chicken and collard greens were awesome! also recommend the banana pudding and gooey butter cake! I wish I lived closer to Savannah, best food ever!! - Shelby Good
Lively area to walk around at night. Nice mix of galleries, bars, restaurants and shops - Ms Helene
Category Landmarks and Outdoors » Plaza
Place United States » Georgia » Chatham County » Savannah » Historic District-North