Discover the Golden Isles

Four Radiant Islands & Historic Port City

Nestled on the Georgia coast, midway between Savannah, GA, and Jacksonville, FL, lies the mainland city of Brunswick and its four beautiful barrier islands off of Georgia: St. Simons IslandSea IslandLittle St. Simons Island, and Jekyll Island, named the World's Best U.S. Islands by Travel + Leisure in both 2023 and 2024. The Golden Isles offers a rich and storied history: Spanish explorers seeking gold originally descended upon the territory more than 400 years ago, only to find golden islands rather than gold. Astonishing beauty, mild weather, and a natural radiance inspired the area’s name, the Golden Isles.

Untouched stretches of marshland, punctuated by small islands known as hammocks, define the breathtaking landscape and create the appearance of a continuous stretch of land reaching out to the barrier islands off of Georgia. Sparkling rivers teeming with birds, fish, and other marine life flow calmly around these golden islands on their way to the Atlantic Ocean. Known for its pristine beaches, the Golden Isles is full of natural and historical attractions and interesting guided tours to fill your days.

The Golden Isles is also heralded as a destination where the gentleman’s game of golf meets genuine Southern hospitality in a seaside setting with a rich and storied history. The area’s beauty and world-class golf courses, facilities, and instructors have earned the Golden Isles its reputation as a golfer’s paradise. Not only do the Golden Isles provide a rich golf experience, but they also come alive as nature’s playground, with acres of undeveloped land, marshes, and rivers—along with the vast expanse of ocean—begging to be explored and enjoyed.

Serene and Sublime

St. Simons Island

The largest of the barrier islands, St. Simons Island boasts something for everyone. Wide beaches, ancient maritime forests, and quiet marshes beckon to nature-lovers.

St. Simons Island

Things to Do

Families can explore 20 miles of bike trails, cruise alongside pods of playful dolphins, or discover local history at sites such as the St. Simons Lighthouse Museum. Whether beginner or pro, tee off on several championship golf courses. Don't miss shops…

St. Simons Island

Restaurants

No visit to the Golden Isles would be complete without sampling the bounty of the island. Whether Wild Georgia Shrimp, tripletail, or blue crab, you'll find fresh, local seafood on the menu at practically every restaurant on St. Simons Island.

St. Simons Island

Beaches

Up for a swim or active beach fun in the sun and surf? Love to hit the sand with your dog, find the perfect seashell or watch a spectacular sunrise or serene sunset? Beautiful beaches abound, whatever seaside excursion you choose.

St. Simons Island

Places to Stay

Private vacation rentals, beachfront resorts, and charming boutique hotels provide the ideal home away from home while visiting St. Simons Island. Whether you're here for a few days or a lifetime, you'll find adept service and lodging to meet every need.

Sweet Seclusion

Sea Island

Gracious hospitality has characterized Sea Island since its inception in 1928. Dedicated to impeccable service, the resort offers guests a taste of the sweet life: private beaches, championship golf courses, a Golf Performance Center, and outstanding dining…

Sea Island

The Cloister

Starting with the iconic Cloister, Forbes Five-Star Sea Island Resort has become synonymous with luxe, boasting private beaches, top-ranked golf courses, myriad outdoor and children's activities, and world-class dining, all exclusively for resort guests and…

Sea Island

The Lodge at Sea Island

Annual recipient of the prestigious Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond awards since 2001, The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club is a premier hideaway for those seeking privacy and classic luxury. It is also, most assuredly, a golfer's paradise. The Lodge is…

Sea Island

The Inn at Sea Island

Centrally located on St. Simons Island, The Inn is the perfect starting point for exploring all the Golden Isles have to offer. A welcoming lobby with rich wood beams, soft cozy sofas, and a crackling fireplace. The heated outdoor pool and the vibrant…

Time, Tide & Tradition

Jekyll Island

At the end of the causeway, you'll step into another world, one that has rejuvenated visitors for generations. With its wide secluded beaches, stretches of green, and graceful remnants of an illustrious past, Jekyll Island casts a gentle spell on all who…

Jekyll Island

Things to Do

Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature throughout Jekyll Island, whether exploring ancient maritime forests, discovering local wildlife at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, or taking in the beauty and awe of Driftwood Beach. Apart from the standouts - historic…

Jekyll Island

Beaches

Sigh in contentment a you watch a sunset on St. Andrews Beach, the only strand on Jekyll Island that faces west. Or, venture over to Great Dunes Park for a fun-filled family day, complete with ample parking, restroom facilities, mini-golf, restaurants…

Jekyll Island

Restaurants

You’ll never go hungry when dining on Jekyll Island! Choose from award-winning fine dining restaurants, casual waterfront spots, tried-and-true family restaurants, and everything in between.

Jekyll Island

Places to Stay

Jekyll Island hotels are as unique and special as the island they call home. Spoil yourself at a historic Queen Ann-style resort once an exclusive club for millionaires, or cozy up in a seaside bungalow adjacent to the famed Driftwood Beach. Enjoy the…

Where the Wild Things Are

Little St. Simons Island

Return to the Earth's primeval past on this 11,000-acre haven for wildlife. Amid seven miles of beaches, 8,000 acres of marshes, and 3,000 acres of forests and upland, teeming with birds, turtles, and alligators, you'll find rustic elegance: an intimate…

Little St. Simons Island

Things To Do

Lose yourself in the wonders of the natural world on Little St. Simons Island - beaches, tidal marshes, maritime forests - where the only timekeepers are the ebb and flow of tides and the rising and setting of the sun.

Little St. Simons Island

Places to Stay

Six historic cottages with room for no more than 32 guests at a time are yours for the taking on Little St. Simons Island. All meals, beverages including house beer & wine, unlimited use of island recreational gear, and daily-offered interpretive island…

Little St. Simons Island

Day Trips

Choose your adventure: A tour of this densely forested Eden from the flatbed of a pickup, a pedal or hike to endless stretches of beach to hunt for shells, a meal featuring regional produce and herbs from the Island's garden, retire to a rocker or a swing.

Historic Home Port

Brunswick

The gateway to the Golden Isles, Brunswick blends small-town hospitality with big-city aspirations. As one of the largest ports on the East Coast, dating to George Washington's day - Brunswick upholds its nautical tradition while moving forward.

Brunswick

Things To Do

To stroll through Historic Downtown Brunswick is to travel back in time. Its 14 Signature Squares laid out among a neat grid of streets provide green spaces carpeted with grass, brimming with flowers. Adding to the charm of downtown is a wealth of Victorian…

Brunswick

Restaurants

Surrounded by four rivers and the Intracoastal Waterway, Brunswick was destined to become a seafaring city. Perhaps the best celebration of Brunswick's bounty? Fresh shrimp served at one of several downtown restaurants. The salt life never tasted so good.

Brunswick

Places to Stay

Tried-and-true brand hotels and historic bed-and-breakfast inns are plentiful throughout Brunswick. Regardless of which you choose, you're guaranteed to feel right at home.

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World's Best Islands

The Golden Isles has been named #1 World's Best Islands in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure. Discover what makes the Golden Isles the best of the best.

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