JEKYLL ISLAND CONVENTION CENTER

75 BEACHVIEW DR N

JEKYLL ISLAND, GA 31527

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Jekyll Island is located just off the Georgia coast, midway between Savannah, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida. A six-mile causeway separates Jekyll from the mainland and the city of Brunswick. One of many barrier islands on Georgia’s coast, Jekyll is neighbored to the north by St. Simons Island and to the south by Cumberland Island.

By Land

Jekyll is convenient to I-95, take Exit 29 and follow the signs east on U.S. 17 for approximately 10 miles. Turn right onto the Downing Musgrove Causeway (GA 520). Be sure to stop at the Jekyll Island Welcome Center, 4 miles on left. Cross onto Jekyll and through the Guest Information Center (a Parking Fee is required), and you can begin your escape to Jekyll Island!

By Sea

Jekyll is located on the Intercoastal Waterway and is a convenient stop for boaters. The Jekyll Harbor Marina provides full service facilities including gasoline and diesel fuel, shower, laundry, pool and hot tub. The historic Jekyll Wharf also offers dockage and fueling options.

By Air

Just a short 30-minute drive, Brunswick’s Golden Isles Airport (BQK) is served by regular daily flights of Atlantic Southeast Airlines (ASA/Delta Connection) out of Atlanta (ATL). Rental cars and hotel shuttles are available. International airports in Savannah (SAV) and Jacksonville (JAX) are a short 60-minute drive from Jekyll Island. Both airports offer rental car and limousine services. Private pilots may use the Jekyll Island Airport (09J).

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MAPS & DIRECTIONS

THINGS TO DO ON JEKYLL ISLAND

ISLAND ACTIVITIES

HORSEBACK RIDING ON DRIFTWOOD BEACH

http://www.threeoaksfarm.org/

Driftwood beach was recently featured on TWD! It is a surreal location. Imagine you are riding through the post-zombie-apocalypse beaches of South Georgia!

HISTORIC CARRIAGE TOURS

http://www.threeoaksfarm.org/

Jekyll Island was once the stomping grounds for some of America’s wealthiest families. Hear a narrated tour of historic Jekyll Island while riding a horse-drawn carriage!

KAYAKING / PADDLE BOARDING RENTALS AND TOURS

http://www.turtletidesjekyll.com/

http://www.kennedyoutfitters.com

http://www.southeastadventure.com/

The Golden Isles is a gorgeous place to go boating. Even in the winter, the weather is mild enough for watersports. Get a guided tour or rent equipment to go out on your own adventure!

NATURE AND CONSERVATION

4-H Tidelands Nature Center: http://www.tidelands4h.org/

Georgia Sea Turtle Center: http://gstc.jekyllisland.com/

Learn about the nature surrounding the Golden Isles of Georgia and meet some of our indigenous species! Make sure to stop by the nursery to see if they have any baby sea turtles!

DOLPHIN CRUISE AND FISHING CHARTERS

http://www.coastalcharterfishing.com/

http://www.jekyllfishing.com/

http://www.captainphillip.com/

http://www.kennedyoutfitters.com/

In-shore and deep sea fishing expeditions. Many of the local restaurants will even cook your fresh catch!

ART

http://www.jekyllartsassociation.org/

AIR BOAT RIDES

Captain Larry’s Air Boat Rides: 912-270-7474

Wanna try something different? How about hovering over the marshes of Georgia?!

BYOB ADULT CRUISES

http://www.captainphillip.com/sunset-tours.html

When it’s time to wind down, grab a bottle of your favorite adult beverage and watch the sun set while dolphins head out to feed.

GOLF CART RENTALS

http://www.redbugmotors.com/

Don’t want to lose your parking spot? Rent a golf cart!

GOLFING

http://www.jekyllisland.com/activities/rates-membership/

MINIATURE GOLF

http://www.jekyllisland.com/activities/miniature-golf/

BIKE RENTALS

http://www.turtletidesjekyll.com/ - Electric Bikes available

http://www.beachsidebikerentals.com

http://www.kennedyoutfitters.com

Got a good parking spot? Don’t lose it! Rent a bike to get around this cozy island!

TOURS

Behind-the-Scenes at Georgia Sea Turtle Center: http://gstc.jekyllisland.com/

Trolley Tours: http://www.lighthousetrolleys.com/

Tram Tours: See the Jekyll Island Museum

Walking Tours: http://www.jekyllisland.com/activities/ranger-walks/

Rockefeller Experience: http://www.jekyllisland.com/history/the-rockefeller-experience-tour/

Segway Tours: http://www.jekyllisland.com/activities/segway-tours/

Tours! Tours! Tours! Galore!!!

ISLAND "ICE SKATING"

http://www.jekyllisland.com/activities/jekyll-island-skating-village/

In the winter months, Jekyll Island sets up a polymer floor that acts just like ice to allow Jekyll Island hoppers the chance to “ice” skate on the beach. Make a right out of the Conference Center parking lot. The rink is on your right just past the miniature golf course.

MOVIE SITES

Jekyll Island – X-Men: First Class

Driftwood Beach, Jekyll Island– The Walking Dead

Historic Downtown Brunswick, GA – Live by Night

Historic Darien, GA – Magic Mike XXL

St Simons Island, GA – Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues