By Brandon Robinson
St. Simons Island is the perfect destination for your next retreat. This time of year, around the fall season, there are several events that bring travelers to the area from near and far.
The biggest event is the annual Georgia Florida football game which takes place at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fl. The iconic rivalry will bring droves of fans to the Golden Isles for a weekend of unforgettable fun.
Whether you’re a traveler looking for your next beach getaway, or a football fan seeking a rental near the annual festivities, Opulence has the perfect choices for your stay.
Explore St. Simons with our travel guide and enjoy the first-hand experience of the Georgia Florida football game.
What are The Golden Isles?
The Golden Isles are the area of islands located along the Georgia Atlantic coast between Savannah, GA and Jacksonville, FL.
This region includes the city of Brunswick and the barrier islands of St. Simons Island, Sea Island, Little St. Simons Island, and Jekyll Island. The Golden Isles are notably known for their marshes, beaches, and golden hues of colors seen in their landscape year-round.
The Golden Isles of Georgia have regularly received acclaim from across the globe.
Travel + Leisure® has recently named the Golden Isles the #1 Best U.S. Islands for the second consecutive year in the 2024 World's Best Awards. This recognition marks the Golden Isles tenth consecutive year on the list, alongside its ranking as 15th on the Best Islands in the World list.
St. Simon's Island - Largest of Georgia's Golden Isles
St. Simons Island is the largest barrier island of the Golden Isles of Georgia.
Opulence Vacation Rentals St. Simons Island Properties
To be at the center of all that St. Simons Island has to offer, Opulence Vacation Rentals has two properties ideal for your stay: OCEAN VIEW &
The Grey Pearl.
Each property is decorated with prime amenities and perfect proximity to the beach for easy access.
The GA v. FL Game
The Georgia-Florida game takes place on November 2, 2024, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida.
This annual rivalry game is traditionally held in Jacksonville following its cherished tradition since 1933. This game showcases one of college football's infamous rivalries and provides a memorable scene each year from the spirited fanfare.
Over the years, the Georgia Florida rivalry has featured numerous star players: including Florida legends Danny Wuerffel, Fred Taylor, and Tim Tebow, and Georgia greats such as Herschel Walker, Matthew Stafford, and Scott Woerner.
The annual game regularly brings in droves of travelers to the area, but especially on the weekend of November 2nd, which marks the beginning of UGA’s fall break (Friday, November 1, 2024).
St. Simons Island becomes headquarters for Bulldog fans for the weekend of the annual Georgia-Florida football game in Jacksonville.
St. Simons Island tourists should expect tons of college students during this weekend on the island. So, it’s important to plan wisely for any dining, travel, or beach destinations interested in.
Restaurants to watch the Georgia v. Florida Game
St. Simons has several food and drink options available to watch the Georgia-Florida football game at.
Here’s a list of some local favorites which are close to Opulence’s St. Simons properties.
All of these are great places to enjoy watching the football game, as well as for celebrating victories after the game ends.
Location: 2020 Demere Road, at the Roundabout, St Simons Island, GA 31522
Southern Soul Barbeque has been featured on:
Location: 549 Ocean Blvd, St Simons Island, GA 31522
Porch was recently featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.
Location: 319 Arnold Rd, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Beachcomber BBQ is the great beach BBQ and Bar hangout you’ve been looking for.
Beachcomber BBQ & Grill was featured on Food Network’s “All-Star Best Thing I Ever Ate” for their Beachcomber Sandwich.
Located a block from beautiful St Simon’s East Beach, Beachcomber cooks up slow-smoked BBQ alongside a relaxed beach vibe.
Post Game Bars & Lounges
Location: 415 Mallery St, St Simons Island, GA 31522
Location: 1226 Ocean Blvd STE 1, St Simons Island, GA 31522
St. Simon's Island Beaches
St. Simons Island has several Georgia beaches with are popular destinations for tourists and residents alike. St. Simons’ beaches are hallmarked by East Beach, with three different access points to reach the island’s golden sand.
NOTE: As previously mentioned, UGA’s fall break takes place on the Georgia Florida game weekend. This note is very important as travelers and tourists will see an overflow of students, fraternities, and sororities on the beach for the gameday weekend—particularly East Beach.
East Beach is an extremely popular destination on the Georgia-Florida football game weekend. So much so that it has been referred to as “Frat Beach” due to the abundance of college students found there commemorating and celebrating the annual game.
If you’re a traveling family, or simply looking to have a less crowded beach experience, consider exploring other St. Simons Beaches during this exciting football weekend.
Location: 4202 1st St, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
“East Beach” is the stretch of beach found along the Oceanside of St. Simons Island.
This is a great location for a range of beach activities including beachcombing, extreme kite boarding, biking, sunbathing, strolling, swimming and more.
East Beach is the primary beach, made up of smaller sections of beach that are named after each beach access point:
Depending on the tide, you can even access the southern point of East Beach at Pier Village. This is a great location to bike and fish at low tide, providing easy access to the village shops and the Neptune Park Fun Zone.
Massengale Park is a nicely shaded picnic area and playground, located along Ocean Blvd on St. Simons Island. It is also a beach access point to East Beach.
This park offers many oak-shaded picnic tables, four grills, a children’s playground, public restrooms, outdoor showers and two public beach access points to East Beach.
Parking is available for visitors to Massengale Park and the beach.
Location: Fifteenth Street East Beach, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
On the northern tip of East Beach, at the end of Bruce Drive, is Gould’s Inlet. Gould’s Inlet is not primarily a beach destination, but rather a wildlife observation area.
Here you can see the southern end of Sea Island and observe many varieties of coastal birds. Gould’s Inlet is considered a Wildlife Beach Area home to a large population of shorebirds. Help conserve shorebirds by leaving dogs on leashes and staying on the wet sand.
NOTE: Please note that parking is limited and there are no lifeguards present at Gould's Inlet. Swimming is not advised.
Explore St. Simon's Island
Location: 100 Mallery Street, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Location: 610 Beachview Drive, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Location: 6515 Frederica Road, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Fort Frederica, a well-preserved colonial fortification on St. Simons Island, features historic ruins and lush greenery, inviting visitors to explore its rich history and the strategic role it played in defending the Georgia colony.
Discover The Other Georgia Golden Isles
With our Georgia Florida weekend guide handy in your possession, you’re sure to have a golden stay on the beautiful isle of St. Simons Island.
Whether you’re a fan traveling to see the Georgia Florida game, or an adventurer seeking an unforgettable beach experience, your stay on St. Simons Island will be truly memorable!
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Brandon Robinson is an enthusiastic blogger based in Statesboro, GA, juggling multiple roles with flair.
By day, he serves as a Secretary to Directors at the Bulloch County Board of Education.
With a Bachelor’s of Arts in Economics and a minor in Philosophy from Emory University, Brandon is passionate about storytelling and connecting with people. When he’s not immersed in work or writing, he loves to explore new destinations and discover hidden gems in the vacation rental scene.
