Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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, Georgia Sea Grill (407 Mallery Street) and Tramici (75 Cinema Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Saint Simons

Saint Simons in January
Estimated hotel price
$163
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Simons in January
Estimated hotel price
$163
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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Saint Simons include WestJet, Delta and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Simons departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 11m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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. Airlines that fly from the United States to Saint Simons include WestJet, Delta and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Saint Simons departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 11m.

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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Saint Simons

JAXJacksonville
SAVSavannah/Hilton Head
HHHHilton Head Island

Airlines serving Saint Simons

Lufthansa
Good (8,121 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,534 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,099 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,436 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,991 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,620 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,941 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,607 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,310 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,476 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,319 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,563 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,278 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint Simons

Average rates range from around $329 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus St. Simons and Holiday Inn Express Saint Simons Island By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saint Simons

Most booked hotels in Saint Simons

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Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 606 reviews)
$129+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 390 reviews)
$172+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2456 reviews)
$140+
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Best Western Plus St. Simons
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1806 reviews)
$126+
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Best Western Plus Brunswick Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1834 reviews)
$93+
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Four Points by Sheraton Brunswick
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 314 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Saint Simons

Renting a car in Saint Simons costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 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 13% cheaper than airport locations in Saint Simons.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23.

Renting a car in Saint Simons costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 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 13% cheaper than airport locations in Saint Simons.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23.

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