6 Ways to Enjoy an Endless Summer in Georgia's Golden Isles Year-Round
Experience the timeless allure of summer in Georgia's Golden Isles anytime of year. With consistently warm temperatures, abundant sunshine, and welcoming locals, our four barrier islands and mainland city invite you year-round.
Our vibrant fall displays feature lush marsh grasses turning brilliant gold under the sun, creating a sea of yellow. Even in peak winter, average highs reach the mid-60s°F—no snow since the 1980s. Pack light and leave heavy coats behind.
Spend sunny days exploring pristine beaches, island hopping, and connecting with friendly locals. Plan your Golden Isles getaway for the perfect year-round escape.
Go Island Hopping
Wherever you base your stay in Georgia's Golden Isles, our islands are perfect for easy day trips. Immerse in pristine nature and wildlife on Little St. Simons Island via private boat. Explore 11,000 acres of ancient maritime forest on a guided naturalist tour, savor a garden-fresh lunch, and hunt seashells and shorebirds along seven miles of private beach.
For more adventure, visit Little Raccoon Key off Jekyll Island. Options include a four-hour history and artifact tour, a three-hour fishing charter for up to six, or a combined trip—all with expert guides sharing anthropological, marine, and natural insights.
Learn more about each of our towns.
Take a Tour
From crisp mornings to leisurely afternoons, guided tours let you savor mild weather and stunning scenery. Spot wildlife like dolphins, egrets, bald eagles, ospreys, and otters on kayak tours with Southeast Adventure Outfitters or paddleboard trips with Golden Isles Paddle Company through marshes and rivers.
History enthusiasts can ride open-air trolleys or trams, or walk self-guided in Brunswick. On St. Simons Island, choose Lighthouse Trolleys or St. Simons Trolley Tours. At Jekyll Island, tram through the National Historic Landmark District for a glimpse of Gilded Age life. In Brunswick, explore Signature Squares with murals, antiques, galleries, and breweries.
Find a full list of guided tours.
Dine Outside
Discover over 200 restaurants in the Golden Isles, from local gems to familiar chains. Savor coastal seafood like fresh shrimp, grouper, and snapper, alongside Southern staples such as chicken-fried steak, squash casserole, and cheese grits.
With ideal weather, outdoor seating abounds. In St. Simons Island Pier Village, try Iguana's Seafood, Porch, Barbara Jean's, Mellow Mushroom, and Brogen's South. On Jekyll Island, enjoy ocean views at The Wharf and Tortuga Jack's.
Here's a complete list of restaurants with outdoor dining, as well as oceanfront options.
Relax on Miles of Beaches
With over 20 miles of beaches, unwind biking, jogging, walking, beachcombing, or reading. Wide, hard-packed sands persist at high tide. Though winter waters cool, sunny shores welcome families and pets—many beaches are dog-friendly.
Explore each of our beaches.
Search for Treasure
Deepen your island adventure with treasure hunts. Rent bikes from Island Bicycle or golf carts from Island Carts to seek St. Simons Island Tree Spirits—intricate carvings hidden island-wide. Start at the Golden Isles Welcome Center for a map.
In January or February on Jekyll Island, join the Island Treasures hunt: find handcrafted glass orbs in a beloved finders-keepers tradition.
Set a Tee Time
Golf thrives here since 1898, when Jekyll Island Club built the first course. Play 189 holes across St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Jekyll Island, and Brunswick. Sea Island Resort offers three championship courses and a Golf Performance Center. Public options include King and Prince and Sea Palms on St. Simons.
Find a full list of golf courses.
Visit the Golden Isles' charming coastal communities anytime for sea breezes, warm sun, and genuine hospitality. You're welcomed as family from the moment you cross the bridges. Your endless summer awaits—we look forward to hosting you.
