Brunswick

Travel Guide

Jekyll Island featuring flowers and a house
Driftwood Beach showing a beach, general coastal views and a sunset
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum which includes a lighthouse
St. Simons Island which includes a house
Great Dunes Park which includes a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset
Just a stone’s throwfrom the Intracoastal Waterway, this port city is known for its seafood and wasonce dubbed the Shrimp Capital of the World.

On the tip of the peninsula next to theTurtle and East rivers, Brunswick is known as the gateway to theIntracoastal Waterway. This small, south Georgian city is just ashort drive north of the Florida border on the Atlantic Ocean coast. While manyuse the city as a launching pad to explore the nearby Saint Simons and Jekyll islands,the city itself has a prospering cultural community and a historic old town. Itoffers a refreshing perspective on traditional Southern cuisine.

Visit the docks today to see the economic heart of the region. Brunswick was founded in the 18th centurybut experienced most of its growth during the mid-20th century. ThroughoutWorld War II the city boomed as a pivotal port and one of the nation’s largestshipbuilding yards, contributing to the war effort. While used mostly by cargo ships, the thriving fishing industry in the area today contributes to some of the localdelicacies.

Find cozy restaurants and bars filled withfriendly locals in the Old Town. Sit down for a bowl of Brunswick stew, atomato-based dish that contains beans, corn, okra and vegetables. Traditionallythe dish contained rabbit or squirrel, but today you’ll find chicken and porkat most establishments. Dine in one of Brunswick’s popular seafood restaurantsto see why the city was once dubbed the “Shrimp Capital of the World.” Explorethe Old Town to discover the ornate architecture of the Old Brunswick City Hallor take in a performance at the Ritz Theatre.

Get around the city by renting a car fromone of the major rental franchises found in the city center or by catching thelocal bus lines which serve the city. Brunswick has its own airport with dailyflights from Atlanta, but most choose to drive from Jacksonville or Savannah,both less than two hours away.

Where to stay in Brunswick

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Glynco

When in Glynco, you can plan a visit to Glynn Place Mall and Oak Grove Island Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Glynco
Tru By Hilton Brunswick

Tru By Hilton Brunswick

2.5 out of 5
310 Frontage Rd Brunswick, GA 31523, Brunswick, GA
The price is €95 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€95
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Brunswick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions James Oglethorpe Monument and Sanctuary Cove Golf Club ...
9/10 Wonderful! (104 reviews)
Great for short stay when traveling on I-95
"Hotel seems on the new. Lobby and room were clean. A few restaurants within walking distance"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Tru By Hilton Brunswick
Best Western Plus Brunswick Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Brunswick Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
126 Venture Dr, Brunswick, GA
The price is €85 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€85
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brunswick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great Stay and Restaurant
"Best Western Plus is always reliable. Clean, comfortable and pleasant stay. Extra bonus was an amazing Mexican restaurant right by the hotel."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Best Western Plus Brunswick Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites Brunswick

Hampton Inn & Suites Brunswick

2.5 out of 5
128 Venture Drive, Brunswick, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €114 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
€114
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brunswick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Our only small issue was that the bathroom floor was kind of messy..including a contact someone lost from their eye ha. The pool was also dirty with debris and a bandaid. There were no pool towels stocked so I had to go out to the lobby to request them. The staff was very nice, the location was great. ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Brunswick
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
905 Seaside ~ History, Luxury, Pet, Pool, King Bds

905 Seaside ~ History, Luxury, Pet, Pool, King Bds

Brunswick
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Brunswick. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Lover's ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"We spent a whole week at The 905 (Bosch Huis) and loved every minute — my wife may have even cried when it was time to leave. The location in Brunswick was perfect, just a short drive to Jekyll Island where we rented a Red Bug and cruised the island before enjoying some golf.The Victorian home was ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

905 Seaside ~ History, Luxury, Pet, Pool, King Bds
Private hot tub and seasonally heated pool.

Private hot tub and seasonally heated pool.

Brunswick
Stay at this apartment in Brunswick. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Captain Scott Owens and Glynn Place Mall are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews)
"Great accommodations. Easy to follow instructions on entry and exit. Very tranquil, peaceful. Sleep Number bed could have slept all day. Perfect for a weekend get away! Try Sal’s Pizza in St. Simons! Great slice!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Private hot tub and seasonally heated pool.
Elegant Southern Cottage/Downtown Pied-a-Terre near Island Beaches

Elegant Southern Cottage/Downtown Pied-a-Terre near Island Beaches

Brunswick
Stay at this cottage in Brunswick. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and SoGlo Gallery Brunswick Actors' ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Great location convenient to downtown restaurants and perfect for a small group"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025

Elegant Southern Cottage/Downtown Pied-a-Terre near Island Beaches
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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