Golden Isles of Georgia Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Hampton Inn St. Simons Island

2.5 out of 5
2204 Demere Rd, St. Simons Island, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$240 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$240
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (717 reviews)
"The staff was so professional and helpful. Breakfast was excellent."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
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 NZ$202 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$202
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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! (1,022 reviews)
"Affordable with the service of a 5 star! Absolutely love this place!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Best Western Plus Jekyll Island

Best Western Plus Jekyll Island

2.5 out of 5
700 N Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is NZ$190 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$190
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
We will stay again 100%
"This property was well maintained, great amenities ie.. pool, breakfast and friendly staff. I would recommend this property."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Jekyll Island
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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! (1,054 reviews)
"Clean room cozy beds very relaxing bar/grill was great"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 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 WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (324 reviews)
"Came for a weekend getaway with my husband and we had a great time! The staff at the restaurant upstairs was super nice and they made really good drinks!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 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 Driftwood Beach and Demere Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (589 reviews)
"Wonderful area across the street from the beach. Walkable to restaurants in both directions. Fun biking area and especially biking on the beach. Nice balcony."

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach which includes a sunset and general coastal views

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 which includes 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

Cities near Golden Isles of Georgia

St. Simons Island

St. Simons Island