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
The price is 3.545.795 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
3.545.795 ₫
4.102.471 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Love this hotel!!!! Better signage on how to get from room 227 to the lobby and breakfast would be great. That maze is ridiculous. But otherwise our stay was great as always"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island Club Resort

Jekyll Island Club Resort

4 out of 5
371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is 5.483.324 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
5.483.324 ₫
7.505.070 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"I liked the comfortable feel of the property. I did not like the staff much. They don't have welcoming personalities. They weren't rude but I didn't feel welcomed by them."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Jekyll Island Club Resort
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 3.410.680 ₫ per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
3.410.680 ₫
4.874.649 ₫ total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
Relaxed and Peaceful
"We had a great stay. We’ve been here before and love the relaxed vibe. Last year the restaurant wasn’t open yet, and what a great addition to the property! All of the staff at the restaurant were kind and accommodating. We are already planning our return for this peaceful little area again."

Reviewed on 4 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! (1,028 reviews)
"Needs bigger TV's but everything else was great!"

Reviewed on 4 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! (311 reviews)
"The food and service at the rooftop Terrace Restaurant and room service were very, very good. Sorry they don't serve breakfast now. Would love to have seen what they did with that! Our suite was large and comfortable. We had a great stay."

Reviewed on 4 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! (583 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 showing general coastal views and a sunset

Driftwood Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Driftwood Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Jekyll Island. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the cycling trails.

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

Explore the waterfront in St. Simons Island with a trip to Saint Simons Island Pier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Saint Simons Island Pier
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at St. Simons Lighthouse Museum during your trip to St. Simons Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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

Explore the lovely green spaces of Great Dunes Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Jekyll Island. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.

Great Dunes Park

Cities near Golden Isles of Georgia

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

Jekyll Island

Sea Island

Sea Island

St. Simons Island

St. Simons Island

Jekyll Island which includes flowers and a house

Brunswick