Do you need a car on Tybee Island?

Tybee Island is a smaller island at only three miles long and one mile wide so you can walk to any destination on the island. However, if you prefer a faster mode of transportation, bicycles, scooters, golf carts and taxis will get you there quicker and with less effort.



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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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Tybee was extremely important because of its location at the mouth of the Savannah River. In 1736, Oglethorpe had a lighthouse and small fort constructed here to ensure control of river access. Also in 1736, John Wesley, the “Father of Methodism”, said his first prayer on the American continent at Tybee.

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A day trip to Tybee Island is a simple and easy way to enjoy a beach day and blow away the cobwebs. If you are visiting Savannah, make sure you take a day trip to Tybee!

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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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Tybee is a “Pay to Park Community” in order to keep critical island services available for visitors and residents. Since parking is so important to keeping the island in good condition for your next visit, there are no free, public parking spaces on Tybee.

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The entire isle is only 3 square miles, with less than 3,500 people occupying it year-round. Past notable residents include John Mellencamp, Sandra Bullock, and best-selling author Mary Kay Andrews. Stars like Miley Cyrus, John Travolta, and Ben Affleck, have also been drawn to vacation at Tybee's peaceful shoreline.

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Downtown Tybee Island is definitely the epicenter for most attractions, activities & beach access. On the southern side of the island, basically running east/west, is Tybrisa Street, (formally 16th street); and it is considered the downtown district of Tybee Island.

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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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Tybee Island South Beach Spending the day close to the Pavilion is ideal for families as there are restrooms, picnic tables, snacks and cold drinks available. Adults and children love to stroll along the Pier and see what the fisherman are reeling in for the day.

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Whether you want to travel by train or bus, both Amtrak and Greyhound Bus Lines have locations in Savannah. Once you arrive at either station, Tybee Island is just a 30-minute drive to Tybee Island. Visit Amtrak's website or Greyhound Bus Line's website to get started.

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Why You Might Prefer Tybee Island To Jekyll Island. For those travelers looking for a destination that has more activities, Tybee Island edges out Jekyll Island. The Tybee Island Marine Science Center alone packs a punch. At the center, travelers learn about the lives of different aquatic animals.

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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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This coastal barrier island has been welcoming visitors since the late 1800s and serves up some authentic, retro beach vibes unmatched in the area. This quaint barrier island is home to more than three miles of beautiful beaches, each with its own personality.

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