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Guide to a Family Friendly St. Simons Island Vacation
Looking for a warm-weather and relaxing destination for a family vacation? Look no further and book a St. Simons Island vacation! Beaches here won't be as crowded as in Florida, and your experience will generally be much quieter. Summer is one of our busy seasons, so expect some traffic and restaurant waits.
We've rounded up all the articles and resources and put them in one place for easy reference so you can make the most of your family vacation in beautiful St. Simons Island!
St. Simons Island Events
Many family-friendly events on St. Simons Island happen over the summer. Check out our event calendar to see local events during your visit. We also have a roundup of annual events you may want to check out, including some Fourth of July events we look forward to every year.
Things to do on St. Simons Island
- Things to do with Kids on St. Simons Island
- FREE Things to do with Kids on St. Simons Island
- Playgrounds on St. Simons Island
- Parks on St. Simons Island
- Parent's Guide to St. Simons Island Beaches
- Things to do in the Golden Isles if it's Raining (we're crossing our fingers you won't need this)
- Where to Cool Off in the Golden Isles
Where to Stay on St. Simons Island
We recommend staying on the south/southeast end of the Island so you're close to the beaches and shopping areas.
- AirBNB and VRBO - there are plenty of houses, condos and vacation rentals that are walking distance or a short golf cart ride to the beach.
- King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort - If you're looking to go the hotel route this would be our top choice. It's located right on the beach with a couple of amazing pools (with poolside food and beverage service). They have several types of accommodations available.
Where to Eat on St. Simons Island
- Date Night Restaurants on St. Simons Island (if you need to find a babysitter, click here)
- Casual Family-Friendly Restaurants on St. Simons Island (okay to go straight from the pool or beach)
- Family-Friendly Restaurants that Require a Clean Shirt (best to clean the kids up a bit before you go)
Where to Grab a Coffee or Drink on St. Simons Island
Other Helpful St. Simons Island Resources
- St. Simons Island Golf Courses
- Grocery Stores and Grocery Delivery Options on St. Simons Island
- Golf Cart Rental Options
- Bike Rental Options
- St. Simons Island Boutiques (go on, treat yourself - you deserve it for planning an amazing spring break!)
Want to venture out and discover more of the Golden Isles on your St. Simons Island Vacation? Check out our resources for Brunswick, Jekyll Island, and Sea Island. All are a quick drive from St. Simons Island and offer plenty of things to do.
