If you're wanting to spend some time at the beach, check out Coligny beach park. There you will find access to the beach along with restaurants and shops around the area!
This is the historic district of Bluffton and it is full of character and charm. They have several restaurants, shops, art galleries and even a beautiful park and "Church of the Cross" which overlooks the river at the very end of Calhoun Street. Don't miss it! It's beautiful!
If you're staying at the Westin hotel where we have booked rooms at a discounted rate, You can take the water ferry (for free!) over to River Street in Savannah. The Plant Riverside district is located on the west end and has countless restaurant options, rooftop bars (Electric Moon and Myrtle and Rose) and amazing views of Savannah river and the Talmadge bridge. It's likely there will also be live music to enjoy.