Are you allowed to drink on Tybee Island?

Cocktails on Tybee: it is illegal for a person to drink any alcohol from a can, bottle or glass or to possess alcohol in open cans, bottles or glasses on public streets, parking lots, sidewalks, walkways, or the beach (this includes your cooler even thought you might be pouring it into a plastic cup).



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Prohibited Beverage Containers in Public Areas, $300.00 Fine: No glass or breakable containers, bottles or glass cups shall be used in public areas for the consumption of beverages in any of the public parking lots, sidewalks, walkways, or beaches of the city.

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Tybee Island stretches out over 2 sq miles. With only one-quarter mile designated as clothing optional, more than 2.45 miles of the beach would still be left as clothing-required -- or however you want to term it. In this, we give way for everyone to go to the beach however they choose.

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Party. There's plenty to do on Tybee Island after the sun goes down. The island has a few dedicated bars, but most of the after-hours fun can be found at bar restaurants like the Tybee Island Social Club. To hang with locals and enjoy killer pizza and a great selection of bottled beer, head to Huc-a-Poos.

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The City of Tybee Island's Ocean Rescue provides seasonal Lifeguard Services between April and September, and we encourage the public to swim in life-guard protected areas.

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There is no free public parking on Tybee Island—all parking spaces must be paid for seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Island-wide, the rates are $3.50 per hour. Whether you're planning on going for an hour or a week, be sure to plan ahead so you can get parking space and not a parking ticket.

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Effective June 1, 2022: Smoking and Vaping are prohibited on Tybee's beaches and beach crossovers. Up to $300 fine for violators.

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While dogs are welcome to enjoy the island, they can potentially jeopardize these safe wildlife habitats, and are thus prohibited from beach access. Violators are subject to a fine. DON'T leave dogs in unattended cars – Temperatures inside vehicles climb exponentially, even over a short period of time.

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Famed for its laid-back beaches, a picturesque back river area, and its somewhat turbulent history, there's plenty to do on Tybee Island for beach goers, active travelers, and history buffs alike! Tybee is also one of the closest beaches to Savannah, since it's only a 25-minute drive from the city.

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During the Revolutionary War, Tybee was the staging area for French Admiral D'Estaing's ill-fated 1779 “Siege of Savannah”, when combined multinational forces attempted to defeat the British held Savannah. During the War of 1812, the Tybee Island Lighthouse was used to signal Savannah of possible attack by the British.

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Stick with staple pieces like long sleeve shirts and shorts for your daytime activities like climbing to the top of the Tybee Island Lighthouse. A sweater or light jacket will keep you warm even with the cool ocean breeze.

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This beach is huge, parking is $2.00 per hour 2 hour minimum. There can be sand fleas but I did not get a bite, one friend may have. The water was warm like a bath, clean and clear. Bath house could have had toilets washed, but otherwise it was basically a clean beach bathroom.

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The waters off Tybee Island host a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins that numbers between 25 and 50. There are also schools of dolphins that make their way up the close at various times of year. You can also learn more about dolphins with a visit to the Tybee Marine Science Center during your Tybee Island vacation.

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Mid-Beach stretches from 1st street all the way to 14th. This beach is most used by Tybee locals and families renting vacation homes. It is usually much less crowded than the south or north ends and is an absolutely stunning expanse of shoreline.

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The Season. The beach can get pretty crowded during the peak summer months, especially during holidays and during festivals. Be sure to take a look at the events happening during the time you plan to visit.

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