Drive 20 minutes east of Savannah, through a few miles of wide sky and salt marshes. This is where you'll find Tybee Island, Savannah’s beach. Perhaps one of the most laid-back location on the southeastern coast, Tybee is a nature lover’s paradise.
The Native Americans who once inhabited the island named it Tybee meaning “salt.” The Island’s early his- tory included occupations by the Spanish, English, French, the Confederacy and even pirates.
Tybee's location in the Southern coast made Tybee an important fortification during many of America's wars. Tybee's Fort Screven was a site used during the Spanish-American War. Just west of the island on U.S. Highway 80 is Fort Pulaski, a colossal brick edifice that played a vital role in the Civil War. The Tybee Lighthouse is Georgia's oldest and tallest lighthouse towering over the coastline at 154 feet.
Today sand, sea and salty breezes give Tybee a charm all her own. Combined with a dash of history, fresh local cuisine, an array of outdoor adventures and friendly natives, there’s a guaranteed draw to Tybee Island.
Tybee Island offers an assortment of activities for nature bound explorers; visitors can choose from boat cruises and fishing trips to kayaking, bike riding and bird watching through the surrounding Lowcountry.
Tybee Marine Science Center offers beach walks and touch tanks to help us better understand the creatures of the sea. On warm days, dolphins can be seen playing from the shore or by guided tour, much to the delight of kids of all ages.
After exploring the sites, make time to sample our famous Lowcountry cuisine. Fresh bounties from the sea are prepared to perfection by many eclectic restaurants located on Tybee. Local restaurants serve up delicious meals featuring Caribbean flare and American favorites along with fresh local seafood like crab, oysters, shrimp and fish.
Tybee Island features a wide variety of lodging accommodations. Whether you are coming for the weekend, spending a couple of weeks or celebrating a special occasion, Tybee has deluxe hotel accommodations, quaint sea-side cottages and charming B&B’s perfect for any budget.
Disney's 'The Last Song' Trailer (movie shot on Tybee)
