Location: St. Marys
Top Things to do in St. Marys
Top 9 Budget-friendly Things to do in St. Marys, Georgia (GA)
St. Marys is a city in Camden County, Georgia, United States. The city is the gateway to Cumberland Island National Seashore, the largest of the Georgia Coast's barrier islands. The National Seashore's visitor center and boat access are both located at the St. Marys waterfront. The city is also home to the annual St. Marys Rock Shrimp Festival, the St. Marys Submarine Museum, and Crooked River State Park. Its territory is immediately bordered by Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base, which is the home port for several Ohio-class submarines. The population of St. Marys was 17,121 as of the 2010 Census.
Restaurants in St. Marys
1. Up The Creek Xpeditions
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
Explore the unique natural beauty and wildlife of Coastal Georgia and Florida with family and friends in one of our kayaks or Giant, 10-person War Canoes! Single and tandem kayaks are available to allow paddlers of all ages and abilities to feel comfortable; and, with more trips than any other outfitter in the area, we are sure to have the perfect trip for your group. Southeast Georgia's and Northeast Florida's oldest and most professional canoe and kayak outfitters, Up The Creek has been family owned and operated for almost two-decades.
2. Cumberland Island National Seashore Museum
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5.0 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By Rosewoodfoodie - Cedar Key, United States
The Land and Legacy tour is wonderful . Cumberland Island is a rather large island and to see it in one day you really need to take the van tour. Mike our guide was super. As retired educators we were amazed at how he delivered the history of the island from the beginning history to the present. His knowledge of the people and the structures at Cumberland were unsurpassed ,a walking history book was he!!! This tour is definitely worth the price and then some. The roads were rough but that added to the adventure of exploring such a beautiful place! We saw lots of wildlife and are planning on returning with family and friends. Thanks again Mike for making our day GREAT.
3. St. Marys Howard Gilman Memorial Waterfront Park
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5.0 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By lmasher - St. Marys, United States
I brought my husbands nephew and his family here to the park so they could see the river and so the kids could play after being in the car for two days...driving down from IN. It was wonderful!!! They all had a great time!!! Playing on the equipment, walking out on the pier, running around the fountain and finally swinging in the big swings. This really is a beautiful park!!!
4. Crooked River State Park
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4.5 based on 295 reviews
This park provides good fishing, a Native American festival in August and a pleasant setting for hikers and campers.
Reviewed By mpm3 - Jacksonville Beach, United States
Crooked River State Park is a real gem! It has a very large array of facilities in the Georgia pines, spread out along the majestic Crooked River. There is a boat ramp, bait shop, large picnic areas, entertainment facilities, cottages right along the water, RV and tent sites, miniature golf, bike rentals, outdoor fitness equipment, a nature center, and miles of beautiful walking trails. All the facilities were clean and well maintained, and the park rangers and volunteers were friendly and very helpful.
5. Georgia Visitor Information Center - St. Marys
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4.5 based on 55 reviews
Official source for information on everything there is to do and see around Georgia. Open 7 days a week.
6. St. Marys Welcome Center
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4.5 based on 93 reviews
Official source for hotel and attraction information in St. Marys, Georgia. St. Marys is the Gateway to Cumberland Island. Open 7 days a week. Center is a service of the St. Marys Convention & Visitors Bureau whose mission is to promote St. Marys as a desirable tourist destination, increase economic impact and foster a quality visitor experience to benefit the city.
Reviewed By lindakerr8 - Las Vegas, United States
From the moment you come into the building you can feel the "Southern Hospitality" , Rob D our tour guide, drove us around this hidden gem of a city and was a wealth of information!!!! Excellent tour and guidd....HIGHLY recommend!
7. St. Marys Submarine Museum
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4.0 based on 201 reviews
Reviewed By SSBN654-BLUE
I was in St. Marys to work a job fair at the Kings Bay submarine base for transitioning veterans. We went to St. Marys to have lunch and the Submarine Museum was next door to the restaurant so after lunch we went to the Museum. The small admission charge was well worth the price, they have a movie about submarines, lots of memorabilia and a gift shop. There are two floors of exhibits, but they have a chair lift for those visitors that need the assistance getting to the second floor.
8. Market On the Square
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4.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By mrsskallen - Alabaster, United States
This is a great store with lots of little things ... gifts, nik nacks, tshirts, candy, etc. The fudge and pralines were delicious! Definitely a place to visit while in St. Mary's.
9. McIntosh Sugarworks - Tabby Ruins
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4.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By SteveR364 - Monticello, United States
Walking around the ruins was very interesting, I was surprised that it was as large as that. Several paths along the ruins allow for some nice walks.
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