Why go
- Town in South Carolina, United States.
- 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Hilton Head Island, SC.
- Served by Hilton Head Airport (HHH).
History
Hilton Head Island is a resort town in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. It is a barrier island within the South Carolina Lowcountry, located 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Savannah, Georgia, and 95 miles (153 km) southwest of Charleston. The year-round population was 37,661 at the 2020 census, although during the peak of summer vacation season the population can swell to 150,000. It is the principal city of the Hilton Head Island metropolitan area, which had an estimated population of 232,523 in 2023.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 2 direct destinations
- American Airlines AA (Dash 8-300) · 2 routes: Charlotte, Washington
- US Airways US (DH8) · 2 routes: Charlotte*, Washington*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Hilton Head Airport (HHH); 8 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: HHH has direct flights to 2 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Charlotte, Washington). By water: 2 ferry terminals within 12 mi; routes include Daufuskie Island Ferry.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.