Tybee Island Light Station & Museum
North Beach 1.5 hrs
Climb Georgia's tallest and oldest lighthouse for panoramic views.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-4)
Ideal trip length
2–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
South Beach (near Pier)
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% standard
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Fresh Seafood
Shrimp and Grits
Lowcountry Boil
Fried Green Tomatoes
When to visit Tybee Island
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan40
Cool, sometimes chilly
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Feb45
Mild, pleasant
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Mar65
Warming up
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Apr75
Warm, sunny
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May85
Hot, humid starts
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Jun90
Hot, humid, busy
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Jul95
Very hot, humid
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Aug90
Hot, humid, storms
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Sept80
Warm, less crowded
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Oct70
Pleasant, cooler
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Nov55
Mild, crisp
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Dec45
Cool, festive
Things to do in Tybee Island
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
4 places
Fort Pulaski National Monument
Tybee Island (nearby) 2.5 hrs
Explore a well-preserved 19th-century fort with a rich Civil War history.
Beachcombing and Shelling
North/South Beach 2 hrs
Stroll the shores searching for unique shells and sea treasures.
Kayaking or Paddleboarding
Lazaretto Creek 2 hrs
Explore Tybee's calm backwaters and marsh estuaries by paddle.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Dolphin and Wildlife Tour
Tybee Island 1.5 hrs
Spot playful dolphins and diverse marine life on a boat excursion.
Best in the evening
1 place
The Crab Shack Dining Experience
Tybee Creek 1.5 hrs
Enjoy fresh seafood in a rustic, outdoor setting with marsh views.
Any time of day
2 places
Tybee Pier and Pavilion
South Beach 2 hrs
Fish, stroll, or enjoy the ocean breeze at this iconic pier.
Tybee Island Marine Science Center
South Beach 1 hr
Discover local marine ecosystems through interactive exhibits and touch tanks.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Tybee Island
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Tybee Tiki Boat Adventure
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Historic Walking Pub Crawl of Tybee Island
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Tybee Island Jet Ski Rental
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Activity tour
Tybee Island, Georgia Scavenger Hunt
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Historic Tour of Tybee Island
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Tybee Island Bicycle, Bites, and Brews Guided Tour
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Tybee Island Bike Tour
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Tybee Island Ghost Tour
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Practical ratings
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