Plan an Amazing Day Trip from Amelia Island
The beauty of booking a trip to Amelia Island is that travelers not only have options to enjoy their immediate surroundings year-round, but can always choose to expand their fun-focused itineraries even further. This vibrant vacation destination is within easy reach of fascinating nearby communities, so whether you have a few hours to spare or you want to dedicate a day to added thrills, there’s always more to explore. The following are some of the top day trips from Amelia Island you’ll want to be sure to add to the lineup the next time you’re heading this way.
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Adventure to Jekyll Island
If you’re up for an hour and 15-minute drive from your vacation rental, planning a day trip from Amelia Island to the barrier Islands to the North offers plenty of opportunities for exploration. Jekyll Island sits just 62 miles away from Amelia Island and is home to the fascinating Georgia Sea Turtle Center. This center is full of interactive displays and information about sea turtles for guests to browse, and doubles as a sea turtle rehabilitation center. Visitors can view several pools filled with a variety of sea turtles undergoing treatment for diseases, barnacles, and missing limbs. Turtles that are fully rehabilitated here eventually get released back into the wild, while others are donated to aquariums to play the role of an ambassador for their species. Once you’ve had a chance to explore the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, your day on Jekyll Island can also include time at Summer Waves Water Park. This is a fantastic place to spend time with the kids if you find yourself here when temperatures are on the rise, and you can’t go wrong with a round of mini golf nearby either! For a unique way to enjoy sightseeing on the island, consider booking a horseback riding excursion through Three Oaks Farm with tours departing from the Clam Creek Picnic Area daily. If you’re more in the mood to relax and unwind, time on Driftwood Beach is always worth your while.
Explore St. Simons Island
Just over 63 miles away, St. Simons Island is another terrific day trip destination from Amelia Island for travelers to experience for themselves. This charming island is packed with historic landmarks to explore, making it a must-visit for history buffs spending quality time in Amelia Island. You won’t want to miss out on taking a photo or two at the local lighthouse, and a visit to historic Christ Church is an equally meaningful stop on the map. When cravings come calling a meal at Southern Soul Barbeque will have you mixing and mingling with locals who know this is the ultimate place to get the best smoky flavors in town. St. Simons Island is also home to the Fort Frederica National Monument and scenic Cannon’s Point Preserve. Many visitors find St. Simons Island to be the ideal place to rent a bike for the day and cruise along King’s Way and when you take this route, you’ll want to be sure to have binoculars in hand because this island is a birding enthusiast’s dream come true. If you’re someone who loves to golf, enjoying a round at the Retreat Golf Course during your day trip from Amelia Island might just end up being the highlight of your stay.
Spend Quality Time in Savannah
When you have a bit more time to spare, planning a day trip from Amelia Island to Savannah, Georgia, is always an inspiring choice. This beautiful destination is located about 2 hours and 10 minutes from Amelia Island and is a fan-favorite locale among those looking to indulge in a rich Historic District tour or wander under romantic Spanish moss-draped oak trees. A great way to see as much as possible during your day trip in this direction is to hop on a city trolley tour. A stroll along iconic River Street is always a treat for visitors to Savannah and you won’t want to miss out on experiencing the beauty of the 30-acre Forsyth Park for yourself either when you’re here. The Cathedral Basilica of St. John the Baptist dominates Lafayette Square is open to the public for free, self-guided tours. If you can carve out time for a tasty and elegant meal, make reservations at The Olde Pink House on Abercorn Street. Here, you’ll be treated to fantastic Southern fare served up in a restored colonial mansion where live music is often a part of the experience for patrons. From the chandeliers overhead to the cellar tavern below, it’s a place that you won’t soon forget.
Book Your Amelia Island Stay in Style Today
Everyone deserves to enjoy quality time away from the hustle of life. When Amelia Island is your vacation destination of choice, booking your stay at The Addison on Amelia Island is a sure way to infuse luxury and style into your experience too. Reach out today to learn more and to begin turning travel plans into a well-deserved reality.