Tybee Island is a popular vacation getaway near the city of Savannah, Georgia. It’s often called “Savannah’s Beach” because of its proximity to the popular city. Tybee Island has a sandy beach on the east and a tidal salt marsh to the west. This family friendly island has three miles of public beach (with sand perfect for sand castles). The salt marshes are fantastic for bird and wild life enthusiasts. Tybee Island also offers offshore as well as deep-sea fishing. The busiest beach is South Beach, which is located between 14th & 18th Streets. This beach also has a section open to surfers. South Beach is home to The Tybee Pier & Pavilion. Built in 1996, the pavilion is popular with tourists and even hosts weddings. A large public parking area and restrooms are available. You also might want to look at North Beach or Savannah River Beach, both of which are fantastic for spotting dolphins. North Beach has a popular bird viewing area, as well as Tybee Museum and a great view of ships headed to port in Savannah. Enjoy Southern hospitality and relaxing, beautiful beaches only 18 miles from Savannah's world-class restaurants and shopping!