Things To Do
St. Simons Pier Village District
Located beside the SSI pier and lighthouse, Pier Village is St. Simons' main downtown strip that features dozens of places to dine, shop, and play. Overlooking the ocean and Jekyll Island across the way, you'll find the St. Simons Lighthouse and Museum, Neptune Park with its oceanside pool and facilities, playground, miniature golf course, and an oak shaded picnic area, fishing pier, public library and theatre. For a list of restaurants and stores located in the village, please click the link provided.
Mallery Street Cafe
If you're looking for the best espresso martini on the island, look no further than this family owned and operated cafe near Pier Village. Open daily for breakfast from 7am-2pm, this cafe reopens Monday-Saturday at 4pm for Happy Hour and doesn't close down until the last person leaves!
The Half Shell SSI
Cute date spot with some of the best fresh oysters on the island.
Brogen's South
Sports bar with cheap drinks, good food, and live music. Go dawgs!
Palmer's Village Cafe
All day breakfast & lunch located in Pier Village.
Barbara Jean's
Best known for their delicious crab cakes and she-crab soup, Barbara Jean's is a local-fave that can be found in Pier Village.
Iguanas
Free soft-serve ice cream with any meal!
Georgia Sea Grill
Village Inn And Pub
Gnat's Landing
While we may not be in Statesboro anymore, Gnats Landing of SSI will transport you back to your glory days as a Georgia Southern Eagle, drinking margaritas by the pitcher on a hot patio.
Porch
Spicy fried chicken, catfish & shrimp with Southern sides. Outside seating & games available.
Barrier Island Brewing
Great casual spot for craft beer and delicious cocktails!
Southern Soul Barbeque
What do Austin Hughes, Guy Fieri, and the locals of St. Simons have in common? They're all obsessed with this BBQ spot!
Sandy Bottom Bagels
The best hangover breakfast you'll ever eat. Open from 6:30am-2:00 pm daily, closed on Sundays.
Golden Isles Olive Oil Gourmet Market & Wine Bar
Coastal Kitchen
Located in the Morningstar Marina right off the FJ Torras Causeway, Coastal Kitchen provides a delectable southern dining experience accompanied by breathtaking waterfront views.
St. Simons Island Lighthouse Museum
First constructed in 1807 by James Gould on Couper's Point, this towering, 104 ft lighthouse was reconstructed in 1872 to replace the original that was destroyed by retreating Confederate forces in 1862. A beautifully restored 1872 lighthouse keeper's home complements the lighthouse.
Neptune Park
Oceanfront park with public pool featuring shaded picnic tables, playgrounds, and mini golf.
Massengale Park
Another great beach entrance with ample parking that is shaded beautifully with Spanish moss.
East Beach
The primary beach access point in St Simons outfitted with free parking, restrooms, and concessions. Located beside the World War II Homefront Museum.