Overview & Suitability
Professional Parking Systems is a premier, centrally located parking facility situated directly along Savannah's historic waterfront at 318 E River St. Managed by AAA Parking, this location is perfectly suited for standard passenger vehicles, including sedans, compacts, and standard SUVs. Its prime riverfront location makes it highly convenient for tourists, shoppers, and diners looking to explore River Street without walking long distances. Please note that due to its tight urban layout and historic ramp access, this facility is not suitable for oversized vehicles, trailers, RVs, or motorhomes.
Access, Dimensions & Clearance
Accessing this waterfront facility involves navigating Savannah's historic cobblestone ramps (such as the Abercorn or Lincoln ramps) that lead down from Bay Street. Because River Street is a one-way route running from west to east, drivers must plan their descent carefully. Navigation requires extra caution due to the uneven historic cobblestone surfaces, narrow access lanes, and heavy pedestrian foot traffic along the riverfront. While standard passenger cars have no clearance issues, low-slung sports cars should proceed slowly over the ramps.
Parking Rates, Tariffs & Booking
Parking is paid upon arrival via local pay stations. Standard rates typically start at $2.50 per hour, with daily rates averaging around $14.00 depending on vehicle size. Local riverfront humor historically jokes about a unique tiered flat rate of $13.48 for sedans and $16.23 for larger SUVs being placed on "covered rafts" via cranes. The pay stations accept major credit and debit cards, and parkers can also utilize mobile parking apps (such as ParkSavannah) for a seamless, contactless payment experience.
Security & Amenities
The facility is well-lit and benefits from high levels of natural surveillance due to constant pedestrian activity along the riverfront. While there is no dedicated security booth, the area is safe, active, and regularly patrolled. The main amenity of this lot is its unbeatable convenience: you are immediately steps away from the Savannah Riverwalk, historic cotton warehouses, and a vibrant array of boutiques and seafood restaurants.
Strategic Alternative
Professional Parking Systems serves as a highly strategic and cost-effective alternative to expensive hotel valet services at nearby establishments like the Marriott Savannah Riverfront or the Homewood Suites. It is also an excellent substitute for crowded municipal decks like the Bryan Street Garage during peak weekend hours, placing you directly next to top attractions like the River Street Market Place and the Savannah Belles Ferry docks.
