Surrounded by Water.
Filled with Endless Shopping, Recreation and Historic Discoveries!
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is located on St. Simons Island, Georgia, one of Georgia's fabled Golden Isles, which lie along the southeast corner of the State's beautiful coast line, midway between Savannah, GA and Jacksonville, FL. The abundant pleasures of exploring and enjoying this quiet, relaxed coastal Isle add so much to visits to The King and Prince. Called San Simone by 16th-century Spanish explorers, today's visitors delight in St. Simons' irresistible mix of natural beauty, rich history, quaint charm and inviting year-round weather. Please visit the state of Georgia website for all that coastal Georgia has to offer.
Brunswick Golden Isles Convention & Visitors Bureau: Contact the Brunswick Golden Isles Convention & Visitors Bureau for specialty publications and detailed information that will help you plan your visit to St. Simons Island.
Call 1-800-933-COAST (2627) or visit their website.
Additional Informational Links:
The below links provide everything you will ever want to know about St. Simons Island and the surrounding area;
High Tides Guide To St. Simons
Island Navigate The Golden Isles
The St. Simons Island Experience Visitor Information Guide
Glynn County Informational Site
Find out about Coastal Georgia
Explore St. Simons Island
St Simons Island Points of Interest:
The Village – This central gathering place at the Island's southern end (one mile from the Resort), includes restaurants, boutiques, a historic lighthouse (you can climb to the top!), coastal history museum, fishing pier, waterfront playground, miniature golf, picnic area and views of St. Simons Sound. You'll also find a library and a Visitor Center here.
Fort Frederica - This National Monument is where Gen. James Oglethorpe established Georgia's first military outpost in 1736. Museum, tours and fort ruins are among the attractions.
Christ Church - This lovely and historic church was built in 1886 and is the spot where John Wesley, the father of Methodism, first preached in colonial America.
St. Simons Island Lighthouse and The Coastal Maritime Museum – One of the most beautiful Lighthouses anywhere in the South, the St. Simons lighthouse stands like a jewel on the beach and is certainly worth visiting. The keepers’ house also has a book and gift shop. Located in the Village.
Fun Things To Do
Bike Trails - A paved network of winding bike paths (ideal for walking and jogging, too) is a great way to get to most anywhere on St. Simons Island. Bike rentals are available at the Resort and elsewhere on the island. Visit the sites below for more information and reservations.
Tours - A variety of tour types are available. Choose a narrated Trolley Tour, the excitement of a kayak tour of area waters, birding tours, and guided dolphin or sunset boating tours.
- Salt Marsh Nature Tours Travel scenic tidal creeks between St. Simons Island and Little St. Simons Island while discovering unique features of our marsh eco-system. Great for bird-watching enthusiasts!
- Kayak Tours With 2000 miles of tidal shoreline and remote river lowlands, the paddling opportunities on our coast are endless.
- Dolphin and Sunset Boating Tours Travel local waters glimpsing dolphin, wildlife and beautiful sunsets. Tours leave from the Golden Isles Marina
- Historic Trolley Tours You will truly enjoy the entertaining and informative narrative of 400 years of island history and folklore as you ride along in the Vintage Green Trolley.
Boating and Fishing
St. Simons Island offers miles of winding tidal creeks and rivers. The area is renowned for deep sea, bay and inshore fishing and boating.
The Emerald Princess Casino & Dinner Cruise
Enjoy day and evening gambling cruises aboard the beautiful Emerald Princess II Casino cruise ship, where the destination is always Vegas-style fun and excitement. All daily cruises feature blackjack, poker, roulette, dice, Texas Hold ‘Em, over 200 slot machines, light dining, music and more.
Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge
The Great Okefenokee Swamp, one of America’s most fascinating natural areas, is the largest Swamp in North America. "Okefenokee" what Seminoles called "Land of Trembling Earth" is approximately 700 square miles and is located just a short ride from the Resort.
Summer Waves Waterpark
Plan a fun-filled day with relaxing laps around Turtle Creek or high speed thrills down Pirate's Passage. Anything you choose to do will be a splashtacular good time!
Jekyll Island State Park
The islands wildlife and beaches offer nature lovers a great escape.
Shopping – Numerous quaint shops dot the streets and avenues of the Island. Antique galleries, local art, books, resort apparel, coastal souvenirs, home decor, toys, sundries and much, much more are among the treasures to be found.
Follow the links below for a complete listing of area shopping:
Learn More! Upon your arrival, visit the Resort's Concierge Desk for additional information on Island and area activities. The Resort's Concierge can also assist you with reservations, amenities, in-room spa treatments and much more. For questions and information in advance of your visit, our Concierge can be e-mailed HERE.
Welcome to St. Simons Island Visitors Site.
Also, while visiting look for the Welcome to St. Simons Island coffee table book in all guest rooms and enjoy the beautiful illustrations done by local artist Janet Powers. Books are available for purchase.
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