Plan Your Sea Island / St. Simons Golf Trip in 60 Seconds
Three courses of elite resort golf on the Georgia coast
Sea Island is one of America's premier golf resorts with three championship courses, including Seaside and Plantation, both designed by Rees Jones and Tom Fazio. The RSM Classic PGA Tour event calls it home. St. Simons Island next door adds craft breweries, seafood joints, and a more casual vibe for the off-course hours.
The best courses, bars, and rentals in Sea Island / St. Simons — curated for groups.
4 coursesSpring, FallBQK (20 min drive)<10k population
Forbes Five-Star dining. Jacket-required elegance with impeccable coastal cuisine.
Southern Soul BBQ
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bbq
Gas station BBQ that's nationally recognized. Brisket, ribs, and banana pudding. A must-stop.
Halyards Restaurant
$$$
seafood
Upscale seafood in the St. Simons village. Creative coastal plates and a strong wine list.
Crab Trap
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seafood
Casual waterfront seafood on St. Simons. Fresh catch, hush puppies, and cold beer.
Bennie's Red Barn
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steakhouse
St. Simons tradition since 1954. Steaks grilled over an open oak flame in a classic old-school setting. Welcomes large groups and tour buses.
4.3 stars (310 reviews)
Nightlife
Iguanas Seafood Restaurant & Tiki Bar
Late Night
tiki
Tiki bar on the St. Simons pier. Frozen drinks and ocean views. The group gathering spot.
Palm Coast Brewing
brewpub
Local craft brewery on St. Simons. Small-batch beers and a relaxed taproom.
Brogen's South
Late Night
sports bar
St. Simons village pub with live music and a big patio. The late-night anchor.
Activities
Sea Strike Bowling & Pub
go karts2-3 hours$25-$50/pp
Six-lane bowling alley with pub food and drinks at Sea Island resort. Competitive, group-friendly, and no skill required. Book all six lanes for the crew.
Sea Island Shooting School
shooting2-3 hours$100-$200/pp
World-class sporting clays and instruction. Orvis-endorsed and group-friendly.
Golden Isles Fishing Charter
fishinghalf day$100-$200/pp
Inshore redfish and offshore bottom fishing in the Golden Isles.
St. Simons Lighthouse & Village Walk
hiking1-2 hours$10-$15/pp
Climb the 1872 lighthouse for panoramic views, then walk the village shops.
Sea Island Spa
spa2-3 hours$150-$300/pp
Forbes Five-Star spa. Post-golf recovery at its finest.
Kayak Eco Tour
kayaking2-3 hours$45-$75/pp
Guided paddle through Georgia marshlands with dolphin sightings.