Hilton Head Island has long been recognized as a premiere destination resort for travelers from far and wide. It is known for attractions such as its world-class golf courses, first-rate tennis facilities and its 12 miles of white sand beaches.

• Hilton Head and the surrounding areas boast more than 45 championship golf courses
• Hilton Head Island is 12 miles long and 5 miles wide
• It is the second largest barrier island on the East Coast
• The average temperature in January on Hilton Head Island is 59 degrees
• Home to hundreds of species of birds and animals, including the local gators
• Relics unearthed in the Lowcountry, and on Hilton Head Island, point to inhabitance as early as 10,000 B.C.

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Information on Local Attractions and Things to Do

Beaches - There are 5 public beach accesses on Hilton Head. All offer public and metered parking. The Beachwalk Hotel is about 3 blocks from Coligny Beach access, with complimentary shuttle services (seasonally).  Once at the beach, Shore Beach Services provides lifeguard protection and rental services.  Rent body boards, aqua cycles, and catamarans or just sit back and relax in one of their beach chairs and umbrellas.

Golf- Hilton Head Island is the perfect destination for any golfer...beginner or pro. Make sure to visit one of the island's 45 golf courses during your visit with us!

Van Der Meer Tennis University- provides short and long term training for state, sectional, national, ITF, WTA and ATP players.

Hilton Head/Bluffton Chamber of Commerce - If you are moving to the area or simply need some island information, visit their website.

Harbour Town Attractions - Visit the lighthouse, go shopping or just grab a bite to eat. Harbour Town is home to the Verizon Heritage of Golf tournament.

Shopping – A mile down the road you will find the Shelter Cove Mall with its anchor stores being Belk’s and Saks Fifth Ave.  You will also find stores like Ann Taylor, Banana Republic the Gap, just to name a few.  Just across the bridge, in Bluffton you can shop over 85 brand name stores at the Tanger Outlets.   Stores like the Eddie Bauer outlet, the Guess Factory outlet or the Osh Kosh offer something for everyone.  Don’t worry you can also by shoes, housewares and home furnishings or an ice cream cone!