Tybee Island

Tybee Island Light Station - Tybee Island Light Station

Tybee Island is a popular beach town and barrier island miles 18 east of Savannah along the Atlantic coast of Georgia (state)|Georgia.

Travel to Tybee Island

By Car

GA-26/US-80 is the only route onto the island and passes directly through Savannah on its way east.

By Plane

• Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (IATA Code: SAV)] is about 45 minutes away from the island and is served by seven airlines. The airport is directly served by Interstate 95 and is located about 20 minutes north of Savannah.

By Bike

It's about 18 miles from Savannah along route 80, and most of the highway has no bike lanes or paved shoulder to ride on. However, it is a scenic ride, and flat.

Get Around

By Car

GA-26/US-80 is the main street through town and is known locally as Butler Ave. The main drag along the beach is Strand Ave and runs from 14th Street to 18th Street.

By Bike

The island is quite accessible by bike, and is the preferred method of getting around with a more relaxed, beach attitude. Bikes can be rented for this purpose (see the Do section below).

What to See

Tybee Island Museum - Fort Screven's Battery Garland

• Tybee Island Light Station - GPS: 32.0273, -80.8509 ☎ +1 912 786-5801 | Opening Hours: 9AM - 5:30PM, Closed Tuesdays $7 Adults, $5 Children and Seniors Tybee Island Light Tybeelight - - Georgia's oldest and tallest lighthouse at 144 feet, includes a complex of historic support buildings and 187 steps to the top!
• Tybee Island Marine Science Center | 1510 Strand Ave Directly in front of the Tybee pier and pavilion ☎ +1 912 786-5917 | Opening Hours: 10AM - 5PM $4 Adults, $3 Children Part science center and part aquarium, featuring touch tanks and many kid friendly exhibits.
• Tybee Island Museum at Fort Screven's Battery Garland | - GPS: Directly across from the Tybee Island Light Station - Located inside a coastal defense fort first used during the Spanish American War, this museum outlines the history of Tybee Island as an integral part of America's coastal defense system. Don't miss the WWII submarine periscope located just inside the entrance.

What to Do

Fort Pulaski - Fort Pulaski

• Fort Pulaski National Monument - GPS: 32.0272, -80.8903 ☎ +1 912 786-5787 | Opening Hours: 9AM - 5:30PM $3 Fort Pulaski National Monument FortPulaski02 An imposing Civil War perioid fort designed to protect the coastal region of Savannah. The fort was the site of a siege battle between the Confederates who usurped the fort and Union soldiers determined to take it over. The 7.5 foot solid brick walls still feature cannon fire damage.
• Fat Tire Bikes | 1405 Butler Ave Near 14th Street ☎ +1 912 786-4013 Rent bikes to see the island at a relaxed pace. Can also call ahead to have bikes delivered to where you're staying.
• The Beach | - GPS: Walk east, you'll find it - Be aware that Tybee Island is very strict about preserving its beach; dogs and glass bottles are forbidden, and fines are very steep.
• Sea Kayak Georgia - 1102 Highway 80 ☎ +1 912 786-8732 Offers guided kayak lal-tours/ tours through salt marshes, rivers, and other coastal waterways. Trips available for all skill levels.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Tybee Island

• High Tide Surf Shop - 405 Hwy 80 ☎ +1 912 786-6556 Hip surf shop with bathing suits, boogie boards, and of course surf ware. And a trash can... Probably.

Halal Restaurants in Tybee Island

• AJ's Dockside Restaurant | 1315 Chatham Ave ☎ +1 912 786-9533 | Opening Hours: 11AM - 10PM Great neighborhood setting on the back river. Serves seafood outside on a dock which is the setting for some spectacular sunsets.
• The Crab Shack | 40 Estill Hammock Road ☎ +1-866-789-2722~$15 Laid back seafood restaurant with extravagant decorations and a zany atmosphere. Be sure to buy some gator food to feed the live alligators!
• Sundae Cafe - 304 1st Street at the junction of Hwy 80 & Jones Avenue ☎ +1 912-786-7694 Fine dining featuring both traditional southern dishes and seafood.
• Fannies on the Beach | 1613 Strand Ave ☎ +1 912 786-6109 Large restaurant with full bar overlooking the beach; has an open-air dining area on the second floor. Ask to sit in the boat if you have young kids who want to steer a ship while enjoying a meal.
• The Tybee Bakery Featuring Cafe Miss Korea - 1204 US-80 GPS: 32.0196, -80.8590 near the Wedding Chapel on Highway 80 ☎ +1 912 376-0002 | Opening Hours: ~10am - 8pm A home-made bakery and coffee house with a Korean food cafe. Located inside a 99 year old train station on the Savannah and Tybee Railroad.

• Doc's Bar | 10 16th Street ☎ +1 912 786-5506 Fun bar by the beach.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Tybee Island

Tybee Island - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Tybee Island, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Tybee Island. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Tybee Island and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Tybee Island. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Tybee Island. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inTybee Island: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Tybee Island.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Tybee Island: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Tybee Island, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Tybee Island.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Tybee Island, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Tybee Island, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Tybee Island and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Tybee Island, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Tybee Island, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Tybee Island without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Tybee Island is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Tybee Island.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Tybee Island is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Tybee Island, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Tybee Island Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Beachside Colony | 404 Butler Ave ☎ +1 912 786-4535 - Oceanfront property with rooms and condominiums available.
• DeSoto Beach Hotel | 212 Butler Ave GPS: 32.010036, -80.841927 +1-877-786-4542 $69.95-$149.95 Claims to be Tybee Island’s only beachfront hotel.
• Hotel Tybee | 1401 Strand Avenue ☎ +1 912-786-7777 +1 912-786-4531 Charming historic Southern hotel.
• Lighthouse Inn Bed and Breakfast | 16 Meddin Dve GPS: 32.020157, -80.845771 +1-866-786-0901 $179-$199 An officer's beach cottage (ca. 1911) with 3 rooms.
• Hotel Tybee - Oceanfront at 15th Street ☎ +1 912 786-7777 - Oceanfront hotel rooms and luxury 3-bedroom condos on the beach. Tiki bar, pool, and beach access.
• Tybee Cottages | 1310 Jones Ave GPS: 31.996971, -80.849687 ☎ +1 912 786-6746 - Says the make a handful of some of the finest properties on the island available. Most accommodations are right on the beach. They also say that each property is furnished with "all of the conveniences of home".
• Tybee Vacation Rentals | 1010 Hwy 80 East ☎ +1 912 786-5853 Checkin - 4PM / Check-out: 10AM Over 120 unique homes, cottages, and condos in various locations. Oceanfront, luxury to "budget friendly". Claims to provide "exceptional client service and quality properties".

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Tybee Island

• Savannah - The historic riverside birthplace of Georgia.
• Hilton Head - A lush seaside paradise in the neighboring state of South Carolina.

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