Golden Isles of Georgia

Travel Guide

Horton House showing building ruins and heritage elements
Driftwood Beach which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset
Georgia Sea Turtle Center which includes marine life and interior views as well as a small group of people
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum featuring a lighthouse and a house
Georgia Sea Turtle Center featuring a park and heritage elements

Where to stay in Golden Isles of Georgia

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East Beach

East Beach might not have many top sights, but East Beach and Bloody Marsh Battle Site are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Beach
St. Simons Island featuring a house

Saint Simons Heights

While Saint Simons Heights isn't home to many top sights, Bloody Marsh Battle Site and East Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Saint Simons Heights
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King City

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in King City and surrounding area, you can visit Sea Island Golf Club and Saint Simons Island Pier.

King City
St. Simons Island Pier featuring general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Downtown St. Simons Island

While visiting Downtown St. Simons Island, you might make a stop by sights like Neptune Park and Saint Simons Island Pier.

Downtown St. Simons Island
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Druid Oaks

When in Druid Oaks, you can plan a visit to Bloody Marsh Battle Site and St. Simons Lighthouse Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Druid Oaks
St. Simons Island Pier featuring general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Pier Village

If you're spending some time in Pier Village, Saint Simons Island Pier and Neptune Park are top sights worth seeing.

Pier Village
Ocean Inn and Suites
Ocean Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
599 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, GA
The price is €123 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
€123
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location - a short walk to restaurants, shopping, a park and the water."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Ocean Inn and Suites
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 out of 5
60 S Beachview Drive, I-95 Exit 29 to US-17, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is €173 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
€173
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The location was perfect for the beach"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
3 out of 5
701 North Beachview Drive, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is €195 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€195
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Saint Simons ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel grounds were well kept and absolutely beautiful. Everything was super clean and the staff all friendly. We had an amazing view of the ocean from our second story balcony. We will definitely visit again!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island by IHG
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Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
3 out of 5
1175 N Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Needed 2 bathroom"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
Ocean Lodge Resort
Ocean Lodge Resort
4 out of 5
935 Beachview Dr, St. Simons Island, GA
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (303 reviews)
"The room was nice and very clean. The staff is amazing!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Ocean Lodge Resort
The Sea Gate
The Sea Gate
4 out of 5
1015 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, GA
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Saint Simons Island Pier and Driftwood ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (582 reviews)
"Everything was pretty much within walking distance."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach which includes a sunset and general coastal views

Driftwood Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Experience the otherworldly landscapes of this sandy beach and wander between the skeletons of gnarled trees and sun-bleached branches.

Driftwood Beach
Jekyll Island State Park

Jekyll Island State Park

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Jekyll Island State Park and popular activities such as cycling in Jekyll Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island State Park
St. Simons Island Pier showing a river or creek and a house

Saint Simons Island Pier

Drop a fishing line, spot seabirds or stroll to the end of this picturesque pier and dangle your feet from the edge as you look out over St. Simons Sound.

Saint Simons Island Pier
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

Look out across the Atlantic panorama from the restored lighthouse keeper’s quarters and learn about the Golden Isles’ maritime history at the museum.

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
Jekyll Island Golf Club

Jekyll Island Golf Club

Play a round of golf at Jekyll Island Golf Club and enjoy other activities in Jekyll Island such as cycling. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island Golf Club
Great Dunes Park which includes a beach and general coastal views as well as a couple

Great Dunes Park

Beach access, picnic pavilions, local festivals and a scenic network of bike trails make this waterfront park on Jekyll Island a family favorite.

Great Dunes Park

Things to do

Private Professional Golfing Experience in Sea Island Resort

Private Professional Golfing Experience in Sea Island Resort

€350
per adult
Private Professional Golfing Experience in Sea Island Resort
Black Car Service Jacksonville Airport to Sea Island, GA Resorts

Luxury Car Transfer Jacksonville Airport to Resorts at Sea Island

€231
per traveller
Luxury Car Transfer Jacksonville Airport to Resorts at Sea Island
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Jekyll Island featuring flowers and a house

Brunswick

Photo by Lynda Marie

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