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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Epworth Acres

Epworth Acres might not have many top sights, but Shops at Sea Island and Bloody Marsh Battle Site are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Epworth Acres
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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
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 ₹8,147 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹8,147
₹9,564 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,032 reviews)
"A little outdated but was super clean. Hot tub was nice. Breakfast was good and so was the staff. Front desk was super nice at check in and check out. Only had an issue when I needed something and that particular lady wasnt the friendlist."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 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 ₹8,147 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹8,147
₹9,727 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"The room was very clean. The breakfast was hot and ready at 630am. It was quiet. Parking was easy but usually full lot. Staff was helpful and always available."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island Club Resort

Jekyll Island Club Resort

4 out of 5
371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is ₹15,740 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹15,740
₹22,147 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury resort in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"This is my first visit to Jekyll Island and I have chosen to stay at Jekyll Island Club Resort to celebrate my birthday."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Jekyll Island Club Resort
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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! (1,072 reviews)
"Easy parking. Nice pool. Everything was clean. Nice view. Short walk to beach access. Island is small, only a short drive or bike ride to restaurants and groceries."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 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! (331 reviews)
"Check in and out couldn’t be easier. Location was great, close to beach access and not far drive from the local attractions/businesses. We stayed in Presidential Studio and the room was beautiful and had everything we needed. Parking was easy (didn’t require a pass but had no issues always have a ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 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! (592 reviews)
"All was great!"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach showing general coastal views and a sunset

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 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

Cities near Golden Isles of Georgia

Jekyll Island featuring a garden as well as a small group of people

Jekyll Island

Savannah which includes food

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