The Ultimate Golden Isles Girls Getaway
Gather your favorite people and escape to Georgia’s coast for the perfect mix of relaxation, shopping, beach time, cocktails, and coastal adventure. Based on a stay on St. Simons Island, this girls getaway itinerary explores the best of St. Simons Island, Jekyll Island, and Brunswick for a long weekend full of unforgettable moments.
Where to Stay
Settle into your home away from home on St. Simons Island. For a chic adults-only stay, book a few rooms at Hotel Simone, a stylish boutique hotel just steps from the beach. Traveling with a larger group? A vacation rental with Lilmar Properties offers plenty of space for gathering, getting ready, and enjoying late-night chats after a day of exploring. For a classic beachfront escape, choose an oceanfront hotel where mornings begin with sunrise views over the Atlantic.
Day One: Arrive on St. Simons Island
Morning
Start the trip with coffee and breakfast from Wake Up Coffee Co., the perfect fuel for a relaxing coastal weekend. After checking into your accommodations, head to the beach for a peaceful yoga session with East Beach Yoga. Flow through sun salutations with ocean breezes and waves as your soundtrack.
Afternoon
Spend the afternoon exploring the boutiques and shops around St. Simons Island. Browse locally inspired jewelry at Golden Isles Bracelet Co. and discover stylish coastal fashion finds at Hope’s Boutique.
For lunch and an afternoon sip, stop by Golden Isles Olive Oil for a wine tasting paired with gourmet oils and small bites.
Evening
Freshen up for dinner at The Nest, where cozy coastal ambiance and elevated cuisine set the tone for the perfect girls night out.
After dinner, enjoy live music or happy hour drinks at one of the island’s lively bars and restaurants before heading back for a relaxing evening.
Day Two: Jekyll Island Adventures
Morning
Ease into the day with a scenic drive to Jekyll Island. Spend the morning biking beneath moss-draped oaks, relaxing on the beach, or simply soaking up the slower pace of island life.
Afternoon
Head back to St. Simons Island for a mead tasting experience at Savannah Bee Co. featuring honey wines and sweet coastal flavors.
Evening
Board a sunset cruise with Lighthouse Dolphin and Boat Tours and watch the sky transform over the Golden Isles coastline. Keep an eye out for playful dolphins as the sun dips below the marshes.
After the cruise, toast to the trip with cocktails and oysters at Dorothy’s Cocktail & Oyster Bar.
Day Three: Explore Historic Brunswick
Morning
Start the morning with a scenic horseback ride along the beach with The Stables at Frederica, one of the most memorable experiences in the Golden Isles.
Afternoon
Cross over to historic downtown Brunswick for an afternoon of shopping, dining, and exploring. Stop into Brown Butter Shoppe for curated gifts, stylish home décor, and unique finds.
Continue the afternoon with a rejuvenating spa experience at Soothing Touch Massage, the perfect reset before an evening with the girls.
Evening
End the getaway with rooftop views and dinner at 1509 Rooftop Restaurant in Brunswick. Enjoy cocktails, coastal cuisine, and one last sunset with the group before heading home refreshed and inspired by the beauty of the Golden Isles.
From beach yoga and boutique shopping to rooftop cocktails and sunset cruises, the Golden Isles offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure for a memorable girls trip on the Georgia coast.
