2-Day Itinerary for St Simon, Georgia, USA in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Morning Beach Time
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from the Holiday Inn Resort

    Start your morning with a relaxing beach walk on East Beach, which has a view of St. Simons Lighthouse. You can also take a dip in the Atlantic Ocean or have a picnic on the beach.

  2. Day 1: St. Simons Lighthouse Museum
    6 minutes (1.3 miles) from East Beach

    After your morning at the beach, head over to the St. Simons Lighthouse Museum, where you can learn about the history of the lighthouse and the island. You can climb to the top of the lighthouse and enjoy a panoramic view of the island.

  3. Day 1: Fort Frederica National Monument
    12 minutes (3.1 miles) from the St. Simons Lighthouse Museum

    Next, visit Fort Frederica National Monument, a former British colonial military outpost. There are guided tours and interactive exhibits that will teach you about the colony's history. You can also have a picnic and enjoy a nature walk in the park.

  4. Day 1: Dine at Georgia Sea Grill
    6 minutes (1.9 miles) from Fort Frederica National Monument

    End your day with a fresh seafood dinner at Georgia Sea Grill, a local favorite. They have a diverse menu, and their seafood is caught fresh daily from the coast.

  5. Day 2: Morning Bike Ride
    5 minutes (0.3 miles) from the Holiday Inn Resort

    Start your morning with a bike ride on the Island Bicycle Trail, which is about 8 miles long. You can rent a bike from local vendors, and enjoy scenic views of the island's oak trees, marshes, and beaches.

  6. Day 2: Christ Church
    10 minutes (2.6 miles) from the Island Bicycle Trail

    After your bike ride, visit Christ Church, one of the oldest churches in Georgia, established in 1736. You can take a guided tour of the church and cemetery, and learn about the history of the church and the island.

  7. Day 2: Gullah Geechee Culture
    9 minutes (2.7 miles) from Christ Church

    Next, visit the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor, where you can learn about the Gullah Geechee people and their culture. There are interactive exhibits and docent-led tours that will teach you about the people's language, traditions, and history.

  8. Day 2: Lunch at Southern Soul Barbeque
    6 minutes (1.4 miles) from the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor

    End your trip with a delicious barbeque lunch at Southern Soul Barbeque, which has been featured on Food Network and is a local favorite. Their menu includes brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and a variety of sides.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Beach Time (1-2 hours, free)
  • St. Simons Lighthouse Museum (1-2 hours, $12 per person)
  • Fort Frederica National Monument (1-2 hours, free)
  • Georgia Sea Grill (1-2 hours, $30-$50 per person)
  • Morning Bike Ride (1-2 hours, $15-$25 per bike rental)
  • Christ Church (1-2 hours, free)
  • Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor (1-2 hours, $10 per person)
  • Southern Soul Barbeque (1-2 hours, $10-$20 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $77-$117 per person
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