How to Explore Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Located 20 miles north of Savannah over the William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island and its 14 miles of beaches provide walking or biking opportunities to enjoy the area's secluded natural beauty, protected parks and sanctuaries. Developed as "eco-friendly" since 1983, the island is separated from the Hilton Head mainland by the Intracoastal Waterway and Calibogue Sound. A visit to the island can include museums, shopping, dining, nature tours and marine recreation.
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Discovering an Eco-Protected Community
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Drive along Highway 278 to the Sea Pines Traffic Circle on Hilton Head Island to the Hilton Head Island Guest Services located at 71 Pope Avenue, Suite B. Here you'll find maps, guides and information on island attractions and activities. Guest Services also provides tour, activity and accommodation arrangements. Drive to the Atlantic Ocean and Coligny Circle to Forest Beach Road for a walk on the island's beautiful beaches.
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Visit the Museum of Hilton Head Island with Native American artifacts and history. Then drive to Harbour Town, the island's original harbor, and stroll the marina, visit the Harbour Town Lighthouse Museum and upscale shops and have lunch at one of its restaurants. Take a guided kayak tour along Broad Creek for an up-close view of shore birds and marine life.
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Take the Hilton Head Island Scenic Tour with Gray Line Low Country Adventures where guides explain the island's history and development. For a romantic waterway tour, take a sunset dinner cruise aboard the Spirit of Harbour Town in Sea Pines.
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Tips & Warnings
If visiting during the April through September season, be sure to watch evening "Fireworks Tuesdays" at Shelter Cove Harbor where parking is free.
