Golden Isles of Georgia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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 Shops at Sea Island 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 Saint Simons Island Pier and Neptune Park.

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
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,532 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,532
฿5,239 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,017 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and Staff was very nice. Great place for a few days at the beach(pool). Easy walk to restaurants and shopping."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,036 reviews)
"Restaurant was amazing, great food and service! View and location of our one bedroom was great even with the beach updates happening."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

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Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
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 ฿4,064 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿4,064
฿5,839 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Indian ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"There was a faulty smoke detector in my room - it kept going off randomly. After I alerted the Front Desk about the issue, the staff was very responsive. They handled the issue very well and took really good care of me. The resort is right on the beach, and has a lot of really lovely amenities. I ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,036 reviews)
"Restaurant was amazing, great food and service! View and location of our one bedroom was great even with the beach updates happening."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 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 business-friendly aparthotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (313 reviews)
Great Stay, Beautiful Locaty
"The air conditioning did not work well and though reported to maintenance they did not come and check the unit. Everything else was amazing. Housekeeping was wonderful and very accommodating."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Driftwood Beach and Demere Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews)
Some what satisfied
"The kitchen wasn’t very equipped and very small. The bed was very uncomfortable unless you were directly in middle of the bed"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach showing general coastal views and a sunset

Driftwood Beach

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

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 house and a river or creek

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 general coastal views and a sandy beach 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

฿13,088
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

฿7,501
per traveller
Luxury Car Transfer Jacksonville Airport to Resorts at Sea Island
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Cities near Golden Isles of Georgia

Jekyll Island which includes flowers and a house

Brunswick