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.

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
£125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Saint Simons in January
Estimated hotel price
£125
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Saint Simons in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Saint Simons, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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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 centre. The shortest flight to Saint Simons from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Simons is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 181 miles from Saint Simons. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, 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 centre. The shortest flight to Saint Simons from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 16h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to Saint Simons is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 181 miles from Saint Simons. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near Saint Simons

Airlines serving Saint Simons

Lufthansa
Good (4,622 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,462 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,294 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,746 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,526 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (709 reviews)
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Where to stay in Saint Simons

Average rates range from around £234 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £171 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Saint Simons

Most booked hotels in Saint Simons

Hampton Inn St. Simons Island
2 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£144+
Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Simons Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£180+
Ocean Inn and Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£133+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jekyll Island
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£145+
Hampton Inn & Suites Jekyll Island
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£165+
The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£276+

Hiring a car in Saint Simons

Expect to pay £0.83 per litre in Saint Simons (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.96 and £13.27. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Simons, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £0.83 per litre in Saint Simons (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.96 and £13.27. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Saint Simons, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.