Wilmington Island Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
River Street
Appreciate local artwork in a gallery, shop for boutique fashionable clothing and dine in excellent restaurants on this street in downtown Savannah.
Forsyth Park
With peaceful walking paths, sporting areas and grassy lawns, this large city park in downtown Savannah is perfect for a day outside.
Savannah Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Savannah Convention Center during your trip to Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Savannah College of Art and Design
Enjoy the student vibe at Savannah College of Art and Design as part of your travels around Savannah. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Savannah State University
Enjoy the student vibe at Savannah State University as part of your travels around Savannah. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Hunter Army Airfield
Hunter Army Airfield is just one of the places to see in Savannah, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Things to do
Hilton Head Island: Sunset Dolphin Cruise
90-Minute Savannah Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Savannah: Buffet Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment
Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour
Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour
Hilton Head Island: Ocean Dolphin Cruise
Top hotels in Wilmington Island
Hyatt Regency Savannah
All good
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Desoto Savannah
Comfy beds, great location, helpful staff and great hotel bar.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island
We have stayed here before. Some changes made took away from the charm. The lobby used to have drop down lights now empty space. Not as warm and inviting. The carpet in the room is now laminated flooring. Again cold and industrial. There used to be night lights under the bedside table but no ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Marriott Savannah Riverfront
Roommate comfortable and clean. Helpful staff. Good location
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District by IHG
Room was pretty clean, staff was friendly and great location.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
This property is very tired and neglected. I wish I had stayed elsewhere. While the staff were all lovely the condition of our room and amenities could not be overlooked. This was not on par with other Hilton properties I have stayed at and Hilton should be embarrassed to offer these rooms to unsuspecting ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wilmington Island
Talahi Island
Talahi Island might not have many top sights, but Bonaventure Cemetery and Fort Pulaski National Monument are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Whitemarsh Island
When in Whitemarsh Island, you can plan a visit to Oatland Island Wildlife Center and Savannah Bend Marina, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dutch Island
While there might not be top attractions in Dutch Island, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wormsloe Historic Site and Bonaventure Cemetery.
Thunderbolt
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Thunderbolt. You might want to make time for a stop at Bonaventure Cemetery or Tidewater Boatworks Marina.
Isle of Hope Historic District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Isle of Hope Historic District. You might want to make time for a stop at Wormsloe Historic Site or Isle of Hope Marina.
Blackshear
While Blackshear may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like River Street and Savannah River.
