Savannah, Georgia

Savannah is regarded for being one of the most haunted cities in the United States, so it's a great destination to come to in October. There are ghost tours abounding, eerie fall décor galore, and restaurants serving seasonal fall meals. Because Savannah is so far south, the leaves do not change colors until late October or early November. After admiring the fall foliage in Connecticut, Vermont, or North Carolina, make your way to Savannah, where trees in Forsyth Park are still covered in beautiful golden leaves as late as mid-December. Savannah's fall weather is rather pleasant. Even in late November, you can go about without needing much more than a light jacket or sweater.

It's fun to go around the Historic District and see pumpkins along the curved stairs of an older home or catch a glimpse of fall color bursting out from someone's private garden. Fall is also usually jam-packed with events. Oktoberfest, Tybee Pirate Fest, Jazz Festival, Savannah PRIDE, and the Rock & Roll Marathon are all options for visitors. There are also cuisine festivals! There is also a Greek and Jewish cuisine festival, as well as the Savannah Food & Wine Festival. While you're there, make a trip down to River Street and have a caramel apple from River Street Sweets! It's soothing to sit on a bench near the sea and watch the sun fade into yellow and orange hues as massive cargo ships arrive and depart from Savannah's port.