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    Things To Do with Kids in Savannah, GA

    Outdoor Adventures & Activities

    These featured kid­-friendly Savannah outdoor attractions will definitely entertain your little ones, while teaching them about the historic and natural wonders that surround Savannah. Visit Tybee Island and find plenty to do with your entire family in Savannah.

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    Outdoor Adventures in Savannah, GA Oatland Island Wildlife Center

    Oatland Island Wildlife Center

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    Outdoor Adventures in Savannah, GA Tybee Island

    Tybee Island

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    Outdoor Adventures in Savannah, GA Forsyth Park

    Forsyth Park

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    Mermaid Pirate Dolphin Tours

    Captain John has spent his life on the water here in the low country. He wanted to share his love and knowledge of the local wildlife. Now turning Mermaid Pirate Dolphin Tour into a family business, Captain Tara and Captain Holly Mae have joined the crew. They take all guests to visit various... private islands, showing them the beautiful wildlife in the ocean and in the surrounding. You are sure to meet a dolphin or two with this team knowing all of the best locations.

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    Dolphin Eco Tour

    Hop aboard the River Explorer at River Street for Savannah Harbor Cruises’ Dolphin Eco Tour — a 2-hour voyage through the Lowcountry marshes in search of Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins, coastal birds, and marine life. You’ll enjoy narrated history... of Savannah’s waterways while passing by giant containerships, exploring salt marsh ecosystems, and embracing scenic river views. Perfect for families, couples, and nature lovers alike.

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    Captain Derek's Dolphin Adventure Tour

    Join Tybee Dolphin Adventure for an unforgettable journey along Tybee Island’s marshes and Atlantic shore. Our guided boat tours bring you face-to-fin with playful bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat, while captains share stories of local history, ecology, and coastal wildlife.... Whether you choose a daytime cruise or a sunset tour, each outing offers breathtaking scenery, marine life viewing, and a memorable experience for all ages

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    Forsyth Park

    This is the southernmost boundary of the historical district. Paved, lighted sidewalks are handicapped accessible and surround Savannah’s most popular walking trail. The distance around the 30-acre park is 1.5 miles. The northern part of the park has 44 trees per acre with the predominant tree... being the Live Oak and the predominant shrub being the azalea.

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    Tybee Island Light Station and Museum

    Ordered by General James Oglethorpe, Governor of the 13th colony in 1732, the Tybee Island Light Station has been guiding mariners’ safe entrance into the Savannah River for over 270 years. The Tybee Island Light Station is one of America’s most intact, having all of its historic... support buildings on its five-acre site. Four lighthouses are available for visiting and volunteers are on hand to answer questions.

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    Tybee Island

    Tybee means “salt” to Native Americans, but the name of this low-key seaside resort now brings to mind words such as, “sun”, “sand”, and “fun”! Located 18 miles east of Savannah, this small barrier island boasts a wide, three-mile long beach that... is perfect for sunbathing, people-watching, and frolicking in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean. The island’s south-end pier and pavilion is a splendid venue for strolling above the ocean and fishing. See the movie, “The Last Song”, starring Miley Cyrus, which was filmed on Tybee Island!

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    Sea Kayak Georgia

    If your family enjoys the outdoors, you might want to take a Kayak Tour. Kayaking is very easy and a great way to get up close to nature. A variety of tours are offered for all ages. Explore our waterways, marshes, and barrier islands but, most importantly … get ready to relax!

    Oatland Island Wildlife Center

    Oatland Island Wildlife Center is situated halfway between downtown Savannah and Tybee Island. Here, you can see many indigenous animals, including Georgia livestock, bison, alligators, bobcats, and lots of sea and plant life. Oatland Island Wildlife Center offers many different seasonal... programs aimed at children. Call or visit their website to find out what’s going on during your stay in Savannah!

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