Saint Simons travel guide

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You're Going to Love Saint Simons

With a population of 13,000, Saint Simons is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Saint Simons deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Saint Simons

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bonefish Grill - Saint Simons Island (202 Retreat Vlg) and Southern Soul Barbeque (2020 Demere Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Saint Simons

Saint Simons in January
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Simons in January
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Saint Simons in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 7.5″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Saint Simons, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Saint Simons

Plane

When flying to Saint Simons, you’ll arrive at Brunswick Glynco Jetport (BQK), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Simons departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 5h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Simons is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 181 miles from Saint Simons. You’ll find branches of Fox and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to Saint Simons, you’ll arrive at Brunswick Glynco Jetport (BQK), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Simons departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 5h 59m.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Simons is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 181 miles from Saint Simons. You’ll find branches of Fox and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Saint Simons

Airlines serving Saint Simons

Lufthansa
Good (4,637 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,466 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,934 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,758 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,543 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint Simons

Average rates range from around $292 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $214 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saint Simons

Most booked hotels in Saint Simons

Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
2 stars
Excellent (9, 388 reviews)
$180+
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 336 reviews)
$225+
Sea Palms Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 971 reviews)
$235+
Ocean Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 779 reviews)
$170+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1548 reviews)
$183+
Courtyard by Marriott Jekyll Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 678 reviews)
$249+

Renting a car in Saint Simons

Renting a car in Saint Simons costs $87 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Saint Simons.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Saint Simons (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Saint Simons, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Saint Simons costs $87 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Saint Simons.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Saint Simons (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Saint Simons, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.