With historic homes, lush landscapes and great seafood, the Atlantic Coast of Georgia boasts some of the most compelling attractions on the Atlantic seaboard. This itinerary puts the beach in the Peach Tree State.

1. Brunswick

Starting Point • Food, History

Start your Atlantic road trip in the coastal town of Brunswick, renowned as the international capital of shrimp. Dating back to the colonial era, Brunswick’s Old Town retains the grid configuration designed by British settlers. Several festivals and fishing industry events fill the calendar. Travelers of all ages will enjoy watching ocean shrimp boats chug into the city’s port, and anyone who craves seafood will get ample opportunities to sample the specialties in one of the many local restaurants.

2. Darien

Drive 17.3 miles, 27 minutes • History, Nature • Outdoor Recreation

In the heart of one of the largest estuarine systems on earth, Darien, originally established by Scottish Highlanders in the 18th century, is a major port known for its natural beauty and well-preserved buildings. Be sure to visit Sapelo Island, the location of the beautiful R.J. Reynolds Mansion (circa 1810). The area also offers lots of great water activities, including canoeing, kayaking and fishing expeditions.

3. Savannah

Drive 61.7 miles, 58 minutes • Entertainment, History, Quirky

A mythic port town, Savannah ranks as one of the most beautiful cities in the American South. The numerous 18th- and 19th-century buildings found in its famous Historic District, along with plenty of moss-draped oaks, put Savannah on the top of visitors’ bucket lists. The city served as the backdrop for the cinematic rendition of “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,” and many local attractions — such as Forsyth Park and the Bonaventure Cemetery – featured heavily in the film.

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4. Tybee Island

Drive 18.2 miles, 41 minutes • History, Nature, Outdoor Recreation

A short drive east from Savannah, Tybee Island is a well-known Atlantic coast playground that caters to families. Popular activities include cycling, kayaking, bird watching and relaxing on the beach. Most visitors make a point of checking out the Tybee Island Light Station, the oldest and tallest lighthouse in the state. If you can muster the energy to climb the 178 steps to the panoramic deck at the top , you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. Other popular attractions include the Marine Science Center and the historic Fort Pulaski, a national monument dating back to the Civil War.