Caroline and Alex’s guidebook
City/town information
St. Simons is one of the barrier islands, The Golden Isles, of Georgia. These lovely islands with their dunes and maritime forests, mysterious swamps, beaches rimmed with swaying sea oats, tidal marshes, and abundant wildlife are the heart and soul of the coastal region of Georgia along with historic towns and villages and outdoor recreation.
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St. Simons
St. Simons is one of the barrier islands, The Golden Isles, of Georgia. These lovely islands with their dunes and maritime forests, mysterious swamps, beaches rimmed with swaying sea oats, tidal marshes, and abundant wildlife are the heart and soul of the coastal region of Georgia along with historic towns and villages and outdoor recreation.
Sightseeing
Known as St. Simons Island Beach, the East Beach stretches along the oceanside of the island. East Beach is separated into many smaller beach sections named after their access points.
Popular public beach access points include Gould’s Inlet, the U.S. Coast Guard Station, Massengale Park, and Pier Village, but with over 40 public beach access points there are plenty of options to soak up some surf and sun no matter where you are on the island.
Maps are available on-line thru Glynn County.
https://www.glynncounty.org/DocumentCenter/View/47903/St-Simons-Island-Beach-Access?bidId=
St. Simons Public Beach
4000 1st StreetKnown as St. Simons Island Beach, the East Beach stretches along the oceanside of the island. East Beach is separated into many smaller beach sections named after their access points.
Popular public beach access points include Gould’s Inlet, the U.S. Coast Guard Station, Massengale Park, and Pier Village, but with over 40 public beach access points there are plenty of options to soak up some surf and sun no matter where you are on the island.
Maps are available on-line thru Glynn County.
https://www.glynncounty.org/DocumentCenter/View/47903/St-Simons-Island-Beach-Access?bidId=
Pier Village is the top place for eating and shopping in St. Simons Island. As the downtown core of the island, it offers a wide selection of boutiques, restaurants, events, and attractions. Much of Pier Village overlooks the ocean and you’ll have great views of St. Simons Sound and Jekyll Island as well. Nearby attractions to St. Simons Pier Village include the St. Simons Lighthouse and Neptune Park.
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Pier Village Market
215 Mallery StPier Village is the top place for eating and shopping in St. Simons Island. As the downtown core of the island, it offers a wide selection of boutiques, restaurants, events, and attractions. Much of Pier Village overlooks the ocean and you’ll have great views of St. Simons Sound and Jekyll Island as well. Nearby attractions to St. Simons Pier Village include the St. Simons Lighthouse and Neptune Park.
Built in 1872, St. Simons Lighthouse is one of five surviving towers in Georgia and still acts as an active aid to nearby ships. Visitors can climb the tower to take in the expansive panoramic views of the Georgia coast. The sight-lines of the south end of St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island and Brunswick are spectacular!
And before you go, don’t forget to check out the St. Simon’s Lighthouse Keeper’s Dwelling! This is where you will find the Lighthouse Museum, as well as a variety of artifacts, period-style rooms, and fun interactive exhibits. All are designed to help you learn about what the life of lighthouse keeper really looked like.
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St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum
610 Beachview DrBuilt in 1872, St. Simons Lighthouse is one of five surviving towers in Georgia and still acts as an active aid to nearby ships. Visitors can climb the tower to take in the expansive panoramic views of the Georgia coast. The sight-lines of the south end of St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island and Brunswick are spectacular!
And before you go, don’t forget to check out the St. Simon’s Lighthouse Keeper’s Dwelling! This is where you will find the Lighthouse Museum, as well as a variety of artifacts, period-style rooms, and fun interactive exhibits. All are designed to help you learn about what the life of lighthouse keeper really looked like.
History buffs love visiting the Fort Frederica National Monument. First established in 1736 to protect the British colony from Spanish raids, this fort and town were the sites of the battles of Bloody Marsh and Gully Hole Creek. Today, National Park Service protects its archaeological remnants and it’s open to the public to enjoy for free.
With large oak and pecan trees draped with Spanish moss, the Fort Frederica grounds are filled with southern charm. This family-friendly location also offers ranger-led tours and a variety of educational programs. The visitor center provides a short orientation film and a variety of exhibits to help get you started on your historical adventure.
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Fort Frederica National Monument
6515 Frederica RdHistory buffs love visiting the Fort Frederica National Monument. First established in 1736 to protect the British colony from Spanish raids, this fort and town were the sites of the battles of Bloody Marsh and Gully Hole Creek. Today, National Park Service protects its archaeological remnants and it’s open to the public to enjoy for free.
With large oak and pecan trees draped with Spanish moss, the Fort Frederica grounds are filled with southern charm. This family-friendly location also offers ranger-led tours and a variety of educational programs. The visitor center provides a short orientation film and a variety of exhibits to help get you started on your historical adventure.
The 486-foot-tall, 7,780-foot-long Sidney Lanier Bridge, US 17, spanning the Brunswick River is Georgia's tallest cable-stayed bridge. Connecting Brunswick on the mainland to St. Simons and Jekyll Islands, it resembles a huge sailing ship and it is a beautiful sight to see.
Sidney Lanier Bridge
The 486-foot-tall, 7,780-foot-long Sidney Lanier Bridge, US 17, spanning the Brunswick River is Georgia's tallest cable-stayed bridge. Connecting Brunswick on the mainland to St. Simons and Jekyll Islands, it resembles a huge sailing ship and it is a beautiful sight to see.
Sea Island, at the north end of St. Simons, began as a residential-resort club by automobile mogul Howard Carl Coffin in the 1920's. It offers 5 miles of scenic beach as well as multimillion-dollar private homes and the posh, historic Cloister at Sea Island resort. Over the years, Sea Island has been visited by five presidents, was the site of Winston Churchill's daughter's wedding, and hosted a G8 Summit. George H. W. Bush and Barbara Bush spent their honeymoon at the Cloister. Today Sea Island is accessible only to overnight guests.
Sea Island
Sea Island, at the north end of St. Simons, began as a residential-resort club by automobile mogul Howard Carl Coffin in the 1920's. It offers 5 miles of scenic beach as well as multimillion-dollar private homes and the posh, historic Cloister at Sea Island resort. Over the years, Sea Island has been visited by five presidents, was the site of Winston Churchill's daughter's wedding, and hosted a G8 Summit. George H. W. Bush and Barbara Bush spent their honeymoon at the Cloister. Today Sea Island is accessible only to overnight guests.
Just beyond the intersection of Demere and Sea Island Roads, you’ll find Gascoigne Bluff. It was the site of an Indian settlement long before the Wesley's landed here with James Oglethorpe. Gascoigne Bluff has been headquarters for a military invasion, a Sea Island cotton plantation, the site of a lumber mill and a shipping point for timber.
Now it is a public park and pier. Access to Gascoigne Bluff is free year-round and hosts many public events, including the Georgia Sea Islands Festival. Historic points of interest include the Cassina Garden Club Slave Cabins and the second largest Southern Red Cedar tree in Georgia.
Gascoigne Bluff is also great for a fun afternoon at the park. It offers access to a public fishing pier, floating dock, picnic pavilion, grills, a disc golf course, a fitness trail, and restrooms. It’s the perfect location for a family picnic or outdoor BBQ!
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Gascoigne Bluff Park
1000 Arthur J Moore Dr Just beyond the intersection of Demere and Sea Island Roads, you’ll find Gascoigne Bluff. It was the site of an Indian settlement long before the Wesley's landed here with James Oglethorpe. Gascoigne Bluff has been headquarters for a military invasion, a Sea Island cotton plantation, the site of a lumber mill and a shipping point for timber.
Now it is a public park and pier. Access to Gascoigne Bluff is free year-round and hosts many public events, including the Georgia Sea Islands Festival. Historic points of interest include the Cassina Garden Club Slave Cabins and the second largest Southern Red Cedar tree in Georgia.
Gascoigne Bluff is also great for a fun afternoon at the park. It offers access to a public fishing pier, floating dock, picnic pavilion, grills, a disc golf course, a fitness trail, and restrooms. It’s the perfect location for a family picnic or outdoor BBQ!
Food scene
For the beer lovers (like us) this is our most favorite spot on the island. Alex loves the Blueberry Beer and Caroline loves the extra large and yummy pretzel with spicy mustard!
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Barrier Island Brewing
1226 Ocean BlvdFor the beer lovers (like us) this is our most favorite spot on the island. Alex loves the Blueberry Beer and Caroline loves the extra large and yummy pretzel with spicy mustard!
Fiddlers
410 Arnold RdTry the Fiddler Bowl (Caroline's favorite)!
Step right into the cutest little pizza place on the island. We love Sal's pizza, just be prepared for a wait... it's worth it!
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Sal’s Neighborhood Pizzeria
3415 Frederica RdStep right into the cutest little pizza place on the island. We love Sal's pizza, just be prepared for a wait... it's worth it!
Mullet Bay Restaurant
512 Ocean BoulevardGo for the seafood... but really go for the free ice cream bar!
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Iguanas
303 Mallery StGo for the seafood... but really go for the free ice cream bar!
Fortune House Chinese Restaurant
224 Retreat VillageBecause sometimes you just want to order some good Chinese food!
Gym
We are a minute and a half walk from door to door to The Club. Try a day pass at The Club, they have great classes, facilities, and a heated outdoor pool too!
The Club
2929 Demere RdWe are a minute and a half walk from door to door to The Club. Try a day pass at The Club, they have great classes, facilities, and a heated outdoor pool too!