9 Wonderful Reasons to Visit Tybee Island
Tybee Island is a quirky island town with its mix of beachy nostalgia and classic charm for adults and kids alike.
From wildlife and events to food and shopping, here are nine reasons to head for the waves—from visitor hot spots to hidden gems off the beaten path.
Discover the Tybee Island Lighthouse and Museum
From a bird’s eye view atop the Tybee Island Light Station and Museum to exploring the battlements at Fort Pulaski, the island is home to the ultimate beach vacation!
Kayaking on Tybee Island
Even though dogs aren’t allowed on the beach, we’ve got plenty of reasons to bring them, including two dog parks. With accommodation options like the River’s End Campground, the Dunes Inn & Suites and many vacation rentals, you can bring the pups along for an adventure.
What do pirates, sandcastles and mermaids have in common? They're all celebrated on Tybee! From Savannah College of Art and Design's Sand Arts Festival to the Tybee Island Pirate Fest, our year-round calendar always has something new, fun and family-friendly on the horizon.
Observe oystercatchers while bird-watching on Tybee Island.
Whether you’re a casual sunset or bird watcher, dolphin adorer or an adventurer, we’ve got the perfect wildlife experience for you, with more than five miles of paradise to explore from North Beach to the Back River to the adjacent island of Little Tybee.
Explore Fort Screven by bike.
With bike trails galore, you couldn’t do better than Tybee for an active beach getaway. We’ve also got paddleboard yoga for those looking to find their “zen!”
Visit Fort Pulaski National Monument.
Did you know Tybee’s name means “salt” in Euchee Indian? Tybee’s roots go back thousands of years, and we’ve got the historic sites to prove it. From Fort Pulaski to the Tybee Post Theater to the Tybee History Museum, history buffs will love discovering it all.
Mouthwatering dishes are in store at Sting Ray's Seafood.
It’s a no-brainer that great seafood can be found on Tybee’s shores—after all, freshly caught seafood is our specialty! So whether you grab a bite at Sting Ray's Seafood or A-J’s Dockside Restaurant, you can’t go wrong ordering the daily catch.
Surf Song Bed and Breakfast
Go camping on Little Tybee.
Feel the pull of nature? Pitch a tent on Little Tybee for the night and sleep under the stars. Looking for the city life? Savannah is only 20 minutes away—perfect for making a day trip. For those avid adventurers, Sapelo, Cumberland and Ossabaw islands are also close by.
No matter what brings you to our coastal town, there is plenty to discover that'll keep you coming back for more!
