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The 10 Best Things to do in Hilton Head, South Carolina (SC)
Long known as a golfer's paradise, Hilton Head Island is heaven for any type of sports enthusiast. Tennis, volleyball, polo, championship golf on some of the best fairways in the United States - those are just a few athletic options. In fact, the island plays host to many prestigious sporting events throughout the year. All of it surrounded by sunny beaches and lush greenery. In between games or matches, explore Hilton Head's natural wonders. The Sea Pines Forest Preserve offers a close-up look at a swamp without having to get mucky. Raised boardwalks provide a protected path for pedestrians. And don't miss the colorful Harbourtown Lighthouse, the island's icon. Choose from a number of first-class resorts and hotels to experience it all.
Restaurants in Hilton Head
1. Hilton Head Island Bike Trails
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,141 reviews
Reviewed By JoniSBrown - Charlotte, United States
My favorite thing to do in Sea Pines, where is do vacation rentals, is to ride bikes, walk or run the trail system. They are well maintained, well marked and long enough to satisfy any level of exercise ability. A great way to spend time with friends and family.
2. Hilton Head Distillery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 331 reviews
Here at Hilton Head Distillery, our approach is simple: A great drinking experience should be shared with great people. With new and improved tour and tasting options for all ages (21 and over to consume alcohol, of course), exceptionally drinkable spirits, and a relaxed, family-friendly environment, we embrace the idea that enjoying craft spirits is a unique voyage best shared. So, grab your crewmates and join us for a tour and tasting. We’d love to get to know you. Our last Tour and Tasting will be at 5pm in order to give our customers ample time to enjoy your experience at Hilton Head Distillery. We will be open until 6pm for bottle purchases.
Reviewed By 835savanahh
Each of us did the tasting offered and we enjoyed three mini cocktails each. The tasting room was stylish. We received shot glasses with our tasting. The cocktails were unique and we each liked all of what we ordered. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The complementary tour was interesting! The facility was sparkling clean and I feel like I know so much more about the process of making liquor. We would certainly visit again!
3. Sea Pines Forest Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,231 reviews
Walk through mushy swamps on elevated boardwalks at this 400-acre nature preserve.
Reviewed By VerdiA - Duluth, United States
Sea Pines Forest Preserve is a great family outing, it has terrific and extensive bike trails, beaches, rental homes, and great places to eat as well as sights to see. There is a fee to enter but I understand it is for the upkeep and reforestation project. You can rent bikes and have them deliver them to your rental, beach and umbrella rental as well. You can also ride your bike on the beach. The pristine forest is well maintained and kept.
4. Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 940 reviews
Encompassing four islands and 4,000 acres, the refuge aims to preserve and protect endangered natural habitats and species. At 1,200 acres, Pinckney is the largest of the refuge's islands and the only one open to the public.
Reviewed By justinw421
have comfortable walking shows, this place has a ton of walking paths, tons of birds and aviary life, they have a alligator in the ibis pond, lots to look at, tons of wetlands, be prepared for physical exertion, there is no restrooms, no water. There are a ton of mosquitoes, be forewarned, they will; swarm you, if you stop for even a second, cover yourself, and use repellent liberally.
5. Coastal Discovery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,143 reviews
If the beach gets boring, families head to this interactive museum to learn about the history and wildlife of sea islands.
Reviewed By EllenJ503 - Hilton Head, United States
When we were tourists, we never visited Honey Horn. We missed a lot. Now it is a must see place to visit and to take guests. There are nature tours, history tours, crabbing pots, lectures. displays, and a camellia garden to die for. Also public art, marsh tacky horses, and a lab in which young people can learn about the wildlife, fauna, and all that makes the lowcountry special. Although there is a charge for the tours, entrance to the site itself is free and self guided pamphlets are available. On some days, you can see skilled Gullah weavers at work.
6. Coligny Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,141 reviews
Reviewed By woodyt2014 - Dover, United States
This is a beautiful beach with white sand the life guards are very watchful and friendly the town provides clean restrooms shower and changing stalls along with hanging porch swings and seating if you have small ones they will love the fountain
7. Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,245 reviews
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort's Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina is Hilton Head Island's largest deep-water yacht basin. Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina offers waterfront dining, shopping and spectacular sunsets over Broad Creek. Also enjoy seasonal live music and events. Shelter Cove Harbour is also home to HarbourFest, an island tradition for over 25 years. HarbourFest takes place mid-June through mid-August with a special fireworks display on select Tuesday nights.Guests at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina can enjoy a variety of activities, water sports, crabbing, fishing, sailing, dinner cruises and much more.
Reviewed By podrozniczka60 - New Jersey, United States
The beautiful Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina always make a nice destination especially walking from the Palmetto Dunes villas. The boats look the part adding to the marine charm of this area. There is a boating store at the end of walking promenade and many boats offer charters and rentals. Visitors stroll here, bikers bike, during Thanksgiving weekend a "choo-choo train" shuttle was a major attraction for the kids. There are several good restaurants in the immediate area. Fun destination with so much to do.
8. Folly Field Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 420 reviews
Reviewed By KLtravels121 - Lakeland, United States
We spent ten days at Folly Field Beach recently and really enjoyed this beach. Their was a nice boardwalk that ended with a blue tarp type of of walkway that makes it very easy to pull your beach wagon. The beach is clean & not crowded. Dogs are allowed on the beach this time of year & it was fun to watch them playing in the water.
9. Shelter Cove Towne Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 443 reviews
Shelter Cove Towne Centre is a waterfront walking village featuring 290,000 square feet of shopping, dining & waterside activities for the whole family. You can shop, dine, workout, chill out & even get the kinks out - it’s all in a day’s play at Hilton Head Island’s premier waterside destination. Events & festival take place weekly in the park - check website for schedule. Playground.
Reviewed By foodie-travelor - Charleston, United States
Always a favorite place to visit on Hilton Head! Love The French Bakery and all the specialty shops!
10. Daufuskie Island Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 183 reviews
The Official Daufuskie Island Ferry is delightful, enjoyable, and comfortable. During the 40 minute ride you will see dauphins, seabirds and lovely shoreline vistas. The yacht-like ferry features a spacious outside deck and a comfortable teak-lined climate-controlled cabin. It runs on a fixed daily schedule, rain or shine. Daily parking is free. There is no charge for carry-on luggage/bags/coolers/bicycles which passengers carry-on themselves. Children 5 years old and younger ride for free. Tickets can be purchased on-line from the ferry website or by credit card when boarding the ferry. The ferry leaves from Buckingham Landing at the foot of the Hilton Head bridge on the Bluffton side. Reservations are encouraged. Captain Richard Inglis is accommodating and professional and his crew is exceptionally helpful.
Reviewed By danmwilson911
The ferry to and from Daufuskie Island was quick, easy ride and the team offered great customer service! We missed the last boat over on Saturday due to several traffic issues in Florida, and the team set us up with a water taxi (additional cost) but credited the cost of the ferry ride, which they were not obligated to do.
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