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39 Best and Fun Things To Do In St. Simons Island, Georgia


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St. Simons Island, an alluring island located off the coast of Georgia, offers visitors the opportunity to explore miles of unspoiled scenery.

Characterized by maritime forests and marshland, with white sand beaches and emerald waters that attract recreational boaters and water-sports enthusiasts every year, St. Simon’s is the perfect place for a relaxing seaside holiday.

In addition to its natural beauty, St. Simons Island has plenty to do, including golfing, fishing, kayaking, hiking, and more.

The island is also home to the archaeological remains of its first European settlement at the Fort Frederica National Monument, making it a fascinating place for history buffs.

You can also indulge in some adult entertainment at the casino at Neptune Park, or head to Pier Village for a laid-back evening at one of the many eateries if that’s more your vibe.

If this sounds like the kind of destination you’d like to visit, check out our list of recommendations below for everything St. Simons Island has to offer

The 39 Most Popular Things To Do In St. Simons Island, Georgia

39. Hawkins Island

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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38. South Altamaha River

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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37. Retreat Plantation House

2.3 ★★☆☆☆ (3 reviews)

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Location: St Simons Island GA

36. St Simons Land Trust

3.8 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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Location: 1810 Frederica Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 9109

Web Address:   http://sslt.org/

35. Guale Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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Location: Village Dr Street Simons Island GA

34. Arthur J Moore Methodist Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: 100 Arthur J Moore Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 4050

Web Address:   http://mooremethodistmuseum.com/

33. Sea Island Beach

3.8 ★★★★☆ (10 reviews)

32. Anderson Fine Art Gallery

4.4 ★★★★☆ (13 reviews)

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Location: 3309 Frederica Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 634 8414

Web Address:   http://andersonfineartgallery.com/

31. Epworth Dog Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (17 reviews)

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Location: St Simons Island GA

30. Cannon’s Point Preserve

4.1 ★★★★☆ (17 reviews)

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Location: 560 Cannon’s Point Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 9109

Web Address:   https://sslt.org/index.php/cannon-s-point

29. Wesley Memorial Monument

4.8 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

Location: 6510 Frederica Road Street Simons Island GA

28. John Gilbert Nature Trail

4.0 ★★★★☆ (22 reviews)

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Location: 2470 Frederica Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 9109

Web Address:   http://sslt.org/

27. Saint Simons Sound

4.6 ★★★★★ (27 reviews)

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26. The Stables At Frederica

4.3 ★★★★☆ (41 reviews)

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Location: 150 Frederica Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 434 4760

Web Address:   http://thestablesatfrederica.com/

25. Coastal Backwater Adventures

4.8 ★★★★★ (46 reviews)

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Location: 100 Marina Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 381 7673

Web Address:   http://coastalbackwateradventures.com/

24. Avenue of the Oaks

4.4 ★★★★☆ (50 reviews)

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Location: Canary Dr Street Simons Island GA

23. Hamilton Plantation Slave Cabins

4.3 ★★★★☆ (60 reviews)

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Location: 1195 Arthur J Moore Dr Street Simons Island GA

Web Address:   http://cassinagardenclub.org/

22. Frederica Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (110 reviews)

Location: 2201 Lawrence Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 554 7111

Web Address:   https://glynncounty.org/1235/Frederica-Park

21. St. Simons Public Beach

4.6 ★★★★★ (127 reviews)

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Web Address:   http://goldenisles.com/

20. Sea Palms Golf Club

4.4 ★★★★☆ (160 reviews)

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Location: 515 N Windward Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 434 5336

Web Address:   http://seapalms.com/

19. Neptune Park Fun Zone Pool

4.6 ★★★★★ (160 reviews)

Location: 550 Beachview Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 279 3720

Web Address:   https://glynncounty.org/1058/Pool

18. Beach Access

4.7 ★★★★★ (182 reviews)

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Location: St Simons Island GA

17. Christ Church Episcopal

4.8 ★★★★★ (250 reviews)

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Location: 6329 Frederica Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 8683

Web Address:   http://ccfssi.org/

16. Saint Simons Island

4.7 ★★★★★ (256 reviews)

15. Mallery Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (290 reviews)

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Location: 601 Mallery Street Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 279 2836

Web Address:   https://glynncounty.org/1469/Mallery

14. Gould’s Inlet Public Beach Access

4.7 ★★★★★ (363 reviews)

Location: 2300 Bruce Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 554 7111

Web Address:   https://glynncounty.org/1506/Public-Beach-Access-Points

13. Coast Guard Station – Public Beach Access #27

4.7 ★★★★★ (375 reviews)

Location: St Simons Island GA

12. Emerald Princess Casino

3.8 ★★★★☆ (653 reviews)

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Location: 101 Emerald Princess Drive Brunswick GA

Tel:  912 265 3558

Web Address:   http://emeraldprincesscasino.com/

11. Fort Frederica National Monument

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,520 reviews)

Location: 6515 Frederica Road Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 3639

Web Address:   https://nps.gov/fofr/index.htm

10. Jekyll Island State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (3,695 reviews)

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Location: 100 James Road Jekyll Island GA

Tel:  912 635 4000

Web Address:   http://jekyllisland.com/

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9. Coastal Georgia Historical Society

4.9 ★★★★★ (11 reviews)

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Location: 610 Beachview Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 4666

Web Address:   http://coastalgeorgiahistory.org/

8. Golden Isles Convention & Visitors Bureau

4.7 ★★★★★ (183 reviews)

Location: 529 Beachview Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 9014

Web Address:   http://goldenisles.com/

7. World War II Home Front Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (390 reviews)

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Location: 4201 1st Street Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 634 7098

Web Address:   http://coastalgeorgiahistory.org/

6. Neptune Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (669 reviews)

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Location: 550 Beachview Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 279 3720

Web Address:   http://glynncounty.org/index.aspx

5. East Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,538 reviews)

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Web Address:   http://goldenisles.com/listing/east-beach

4. Massengale Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,556 reviews)

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Location: 1350 Ocean Blvd Street Simons Island GA

Web Address:   http://exploregeorgia.org/listing/11952-massengale-park

3. Saint Simons Island Pier

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,723 reviews)

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Location: 100 Mallery Street Street Simons Island GA

2. St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (2,493 reviews)

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Location: 610 Beachview Dr Street Simons Island GA

Tel:  912 638 4666

Web Address:   https://coastalgeorgiahistory.org/visit/st-simons-lighthouse-museum/

1. Driftwood Beach

4.8 ★★★★★ (3,182 reviews)

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Web Address:   http://goldenisles.com/listing/driftwood-beach

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in St. Simons Island, Georgia! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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