Beach Getaway to Tybee Island
Welcoming visitors since the late 1800s, the coastal barrier island of Tybee is home to more than 3 miles of beautiful beaches — each with its own personality. Nicknamed Savannah’s Beach, the island’s rich history, retro vibes, lively locals and numerous outdoor activities will keep you busy for a weekend away, no matter your interests.
Places to Eat on Tybee Island
For breakfast, meander over to Tybean Coffee Bar for nitrogen cold brew made with Atlanta-based Dancing Goats Coffee beans. Do Champagne and hot dogs spark your taste buds? Sea Wolf Tybee’s weekly menus rotate with religious regularity and are full of fresh oysters, vegan creations, gourmet hot dogs and inventive cocktails. Over at The Crab Shack, try its seafood platter, which comes with crab legs, shrimp and the catch of the day.
Lodging on Tybee Island
Book a historical beach house or a quirky cottage from Mermaid Cottages. Some units are pet-friendly and fenced, meaning you can ease back in your rocking chair while watching your pup from the porch. Rest easy knowing a portion of your rental fee goes to support the Tybee Island Sea Turtle Project. The island is also home to many resorts, vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts and inns. Find places to stay on Tybee.
Things to Do on Tybee Island
See the blaze of colors at sunrise from Tybee Island Pier & Pavilion, then shop for memorable souvenirs from locally owned shops at Tybee Oaks. Sink your toes in the sun-warmed sand at one of Tybee’s favorite beaches — North Beach, South Beach, Back River Beach, Little Tybee Island or Mid Beach. If you want to see dolphins and other wildlife, join an excursion with Captain Derek’s Dolphin Adventure Tour for sunset cruises and fishing charters.
Built in 1732, the Tybee Island Light Station and Museum is the tallest and oldest lighthouse in Georgia. Climb the 178 stairs to the top, and then head to the museum for exhibits on the island’s unique history. Learn about local conservation efforts and see local critters, from sea turtles to sharks, at the Tybee Island Marine Science Center. Pause at Wormsloe State Historic Site in nearby Savannah for its sheltering oaks and a glimpse of Georgia life in the 1700s.
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