Golden Isles of Georgia, GA

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Golden Isles of Georgia

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East Beach

While East Beach might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like East Beach and Bloody Marsh Battle Site.

East Beach
St. Simons Island which includes a house

Saint Simons Heights

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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
The Avenue of Oaks. Planted in 1826 to provide an entrance to what was than a prosperous cotton plantation known as Retreat Plantation they now line the entrance road to a private community and golf course.

King City

Though King City might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sea Island Golf Club and Saint Simons Island Pier.

King City
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Druid Oaks

While Druid Oaks isn't home to many top sights, Bloody Marsh Battle Site and St. Simons Lighthouse Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Druid Oaks
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Kings Terrace

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kings Terrace and surrounding area, you can visit Sea Island Golf Club and St. Simons Lighthouse Museum.

Kings Terrace
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 SAR 443 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
SAR 443
SAR 515 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Bike rental right next door"

Reviewed on 1 March 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island Club Resort
Jekyll Island Club Resort
3.5 out of 5
371 Riverview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
The price is SAR 859 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
SAR 859
SAR 1,133 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews)
"I absolutely felt welcomed by Mike and Patina. They were amazing hosts, and made my birthday very special."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

Jekyll Island Club Resort
Ocean Inn and Suites
Ocean Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
599 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, GA
The price is SAR 512 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
SAR 512
SAR 587 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Nice room
"Refrigerator did not work, no pressure in shower, 1/4 roll of toilet paper only (I have never been in a place that had a used roll), and phone did not work"

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

Ocean Inn and Suites
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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! (959 reviews)
Excellent service but uncomfy bed
"We had a 1 bedroom ground floor ocean view villa and would rent one of these again. All of the staff from the front desk to the maintenance staff to our wait staff in the restaurant were excellent. We have told the front desk that the bed rolled into the middle and was very uncomfortable. It was ..."

Reviewed on 16 January 2025

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
Ocean Lodge Resort
Ocean Lodge Resort
3.5 out of 5
935 Beachview Dr, St. Simons Island, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in St. Simons Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (279 reviews)
"The size of the room was great. The decor was nice. Well furnished. Bed linens did not fit the bed, so that was a bit uncomfortable, but not a deal breaker."

Reviewed on 18 February 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! (565 reviews)
"Very nice condo! Very roomy for 2 people. Loved the short walk to the beach, and close enough to walk to the lighthouse."

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

The Sea Gate
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Popular places to visit

Driftwood Beach featuring general coastal views and a sunset

Driftwood Beach

4.5/5(336 reviews)

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

Driftwood Beach
St. Simons Island Pier which includes a river or creek and a house

Saint Simons Island Pier

4.5/5(338 reviews)

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

Saint Simons Island Pier
Bike ride in the historic district

Jekyll Island State Park

4.5/5(278 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Jekyll Island State Park and popular activities like biking in Jekyll Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Jekyll Island State Park
St. Simons Lighthouse Museum showing a lighthouse and a house

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

4.5/5(200 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in St. Simons Lighthouse Museum in St. Simons Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
We stayed at a local Brunswick, GA B&B and walked through the downtown area. The Old City Hall struck me as a wonderful example of southern architecture.

Brunswick City Hall

4/5(56 reviews)

After visiting Brunswick City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Brunswick. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Brunswick City Hall
Sunset over the marsh from the Jekyll Island Club.

Jekyll Island Golf Club

4.5/5(80 reviews)

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

Jekyll Island Golf Club