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Tour the History
 Step back in time …. see homes once belonging to families such as the Rockefellers, Macys and Goulds. Your tour guide will share intriguing stories related to the history of Jekyll Island and life here during the Club Era. You will be guided through mansion-sized “cottages” within the Landmark District and look into an elegant window of the past.Landmark District tours depart daily from the Museum History Center on Stable Road.
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I suppose it was about 1981 when I first discovered Jekyll Island. It was a family vacation -- and I'll admit I wasn't really looking forward to it. Going to a beach with the folks was bad enough, but to a Georgia beach?! Why not Destin or Hilton Head or one of the other high profile resorts in neighboring states. The trip caught me by surprise and I fell in love with the island. I've been visiting her ever since.Jekyll is a family island, with man-made attractions for those tired with the beach. Whether you're looking for romantic, starlit walks along the beach, or just a quiet place to escape the city, you can find it here. trip.com
What has wide, empty, packed sand beaches, a variety of accommodations, a historic district of winter "cottages" built by the likes of JP Morgan, a church with a stained glass window made and installed personally by Louis Comfort Tiffany, and a peaceful beauty that will enchant you -- all in one island about 7.5 miles long and 1.5 miles wide? We found it on Jekyll Island. And, ironically, we can thank the incredibly rich families of America in the late 1800s for it. Offbeat Travel
Once a winter playground for the Rockefellers, Pulitzers, Goulds, Morgans, and Cranes, Jekyll Island is the smallest of the state's coastal islands, with 5,600 acres of highlands and 10,000 acres of marshlands. Today it's no longer the exclusive enclave it once was, and is open to all those attracted by its miles of beautiful, white-sand Atlantic beaches and holes of championship golf. It also has far better tennis complexes than St. Simons Island. Families come here for a wealth of outdoor activitiesFrommer's
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Millioniare's Row is the showcase of the island other than the natural beauty that is Jekyll Island. The evening carriage ride was very romantic! The beaches and modern part of the island is an area, we didn't spend much time at but from what I saw...I LIKED IT! IgoUgo User
When we came to Jekyll Island, we wanted a good way to explore the natural areas of this beautiful place. We found the perfect way to do this is by kayak. My sister had kayaked before, but my mom and I had not. We had an experienced guide show us how to get around in the kayaks well, and then he took us out around the salt marshes, giving us a lesson on the local ecology while allowing us to explore where we wanted. It was a great experience and we have since went kayaking in other places we've traveled to. I recommend kayaking for anyone who doesn't mind getting a little sun and getting wet to see the natural side of Jekyll Island. Virtual Tourist User
Go to the north end of the island, park and walk through the woods 50ft and on to the beach, hang a left and head up the beach, look over to the north toward St Simon Island for the lighthouse. Virtual Tourist User
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Welcome to Jekyll Island, Georgia’s Jewel
 Guale Indians, Spanish missionaries, English and French immigrants and some of America's wealthiest families all have one thing in common: they were once residents of Jekyll Island. The Island is best known for the Jekyll Island Club era (1886-1942) when it served as the exclusive retreat for American millionaires including Rockefeller, Morgan and Gould. The Club era is relived through the on-going restoration of the Historic Landmark District anchored by the Jekyll Island Club Hotel. In 1947, the state of Georgia purchased the island from the Jekyll Island Club members and created the Jekyll Island Authority to manage the public land while preserving the beauty of the island, making it an affordable vacation destination.
Jekyll Island Museum Exhibit
 View photographs and artifacts from the Jekyll Island Club era and learn about the restoration and preservation of the Historic Landmark District. The island's most notable history emerged in the 1880s during its era as the winter retreat of some of America's wealthiest industrialists. Owned by such figures as J.P. Morgan, William Rockefeller, Joseph Pulitzer and Marshall Field, the island was home to The Jekyll Island Club whose membership possessed nearly one-sixth of the world's wealth. Members built a grand clubhouse and a colony of mansion-size cottages.
Jekyll Island Club Hotel 
The Jekyll Island Club Hotel, located on a Georgia barrier island of unusual natural beauty, is Victorian treasure. Recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 1978, it has been designated a Historic Hotel of America by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Originally a hunting retreat for the nation's wealthy elite, the hotel today is a unique resort with architectural character and a charming historic ambience. Join a tour and view the elegance of the Jekyll Island Club Hotel with an experienced guide. 2 p.m. Monday-Thursday
Tidelands Nature Centre
 Tidelands Nature Centre offers hands-on marine environmental science programs for everyone. Stop in to meet a young sea turtle, alligators, fish, hermit crabs, snakes and other animals native to Georgia’s coast!Take a guided kayak tour of Jekyll Creek, or rent a canoe and enjoy a relaxing paddle on Rixen pond. Nature walks available throughout the year. Learn about Jekyll’s coastal ecosystems. Join one of our guides on a walk to the beach, forest or marsh.
Explore the Waterways
One of the best ways to explore Jekyll Island's water environment up close is by kayak, a lightweight, easily maneuvered craft that requires a minimum of instruction. Tidelands Nature Center offers a 3-hour guided tour of Jekyll Creek. An experienced naturalist leads paddlers on a trip through Georgia's salt marsh. Learn about wading birds, fiddler crabs, marsh grass and dolphins!
Collect Shells on More Than 10 Miles of Unspoiled Beaches
 Jekyll Island is truly a unique environment...Unspoiled yet accessible. Take advantage of the wonderful opportunities to experience the diverse coastal ecosystems. From richly preserved maritime forests to ever-changing dune systems, you are surrounded with nature's miraculous beauty. 10 miles of beach provide ample opportunity to collect a variety of shells. It is not unusual to find buckets of polished "olives" and whelks.
Explore Jekyll Island By Bike
 Jekyll is just perfect for biking with over 20 miles of paved paths. BYOB... that's "Bring Your Own Bike!" Or rent one of ours. Then park your car and throw away your keys. Endless hours of exploration, enjoyment and good old-fashioned exercise await you as you pedal the paths along the marsh, under the oaks, on the beach, to anywhere you want to go!
Horseback Riding On the Beach
 Mount your steed and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Jekyll Island. Enjoy an unforgettable ride along the hauntingly beautiful Driftwood Beach. Explore the maritime forest as you meander down enchanting island trails gracefully shaded by a magnificent canopy of live oaks. Delight in the wind swept dunes and the tidal salt marsh. And you'll fall in love with your horse, too!
Watching Nesting Loggerhead Turtles
 The Turtle Walk Program allows interested visitors of all ages to learn about Loggerheads and have an opportunity to actually see a mother turtle nest.Enjoy a short video produced by Ga. DNR followed by a question & answer period, then everyone drives to a pre-determined beach access for a two-mile walk in hopes of seeing a nesting Loggerhead turtle. Walks begin at the Museum Visitors’ Center in the Historic landmark, June – Mid August
Fun for the Whole Family – Summer Waves Water Park
 How many gallons of cool blue water does it take to make a perfect summer day? Or how many acres of rides, slides, fun and food? You'll find these answers - and more! - at this Jekyll Island waterpark! There's fun for everyone in the family, from the youngest all the way up to those in their second childhood... not to mention those who never grew up! So come see for yourselves... it just doesn't get any better - or wetter!
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Enjoy Your Tee Time – Golf On Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island is the place for golf! With several courses ranging in difficulty it is a home away from home for those who live for the fairways and strive for the greens.Choose from one of three championship courses designed by architects Dick Wilson and Joe Lee. Playing from a central clubhouse, these scenic courses wind their way through magnificent woods and serene marshes. The historic Ocean Dunes course, built in the late 1800s by the millionaires who wintered on Jekyll Island, treats you to wonderful ocean views. 
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