/
How to Spend 24 Hours on Jekyll Island

How to Spend 24 Hours on Jekyll Island

While a longer stay is undoubtedly desirable, sometimes life grants us only 24 hours to revel in the beauty of Jekyll Island.

Unveiling the Best of 24 Hours on Jekyll Island

While a longer stay is undoubtedly desirable, sometimes life grants us only 24 hours to revel in the beauty of Jekyll Island. Fear not! We’ll guide you through a whirlwind tour of Jekyll Island, ensuring that every minute is filled with unforgettable experiences. Get your walking shoes. Ready? Set. Go!


Jekyll Island Historic Landmark Trolley Tour 

The Jekyll Island Club members created an exclusive Gilded Age island retreat for family and friends on this barrier island. Those empire builders shaped our nation’s future, now step into their past. This guided trolley tour of our 240-acre historic district includes entry into a historic cottage and admission into the Mosaic Gallery and Faith Chapel at your leisure. The tour lasts 60 minutes and begins at Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum.

Book Your Experience »


Georgia Sea Turtle Center

Georgia’s only sea turtle education and rehabilitation facility. The Center offers the public a chance to learn about sea turtles and see rehabilitation in action with a host of interactive exhibits and experiences. Year-round indoor and outdoor programs are also available for guests of all ages.

Purchase General Admission »

Family Touring the Georgia Sea Turtle Center

Jekyll Island is home to more than a thousand acres of maritime forest, 10 miles of shoreline, and best-in-class biologists and researchers. Learn more about the island’s natural resources from these experts during the Georgia Sea Turtle’s Center one-of-a-kind eco-experiences. Learn More »


Browse Beach Village 

Discover a diverse array of items at Beach Village, from elegant linen sundresses and stylish sunglasses to gourmet groceries, ensuring you find everything on your list.

Whether your interests lie in fine art or coastal-inspired apparel and accessories, Jekyll Island has it all.

Start Shopping »

24 Hours, 24 Hours of Jekyll Island

Visit one of Jekyll Island’s Beaches

It’s hard to choose the best Jekyll Island beaches, with 10 miles of unspoiled shoreline you’ll find the perfect place to relax and reconnect. Jekyll Island Beaches are unlike those of any other coastal destination. 

A Guide to 10 Miles of the Best Jekyll Island Beaches »


Enjoy a Seasonal Tour 

Embrace the abundance of conservation, history, and wildlife on Jekyll Island. Choose one of our seasonal diverse tour options to delve deeper into the unique wonders and stories that make Jekyll truly exceptional.

Browse Tours »

Gatorology 101

SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER

SHARE THIS STORY

Report a Wildlife Incident on Jekyll Island