Explore Exciting Activities on Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head, SC is full of things to do, from golfing, to shopping, to dining, to fun! While spending time on the beach is sure to be one of your top priorities, be sure to take some time to explore everything the area has to offer. Try one of our golf packages or rent a bike to ride through town on! The first step is to find the perfect Hilton Head vacation rental, and then let us help you find the fun! If interested in one of our packages, please call 843-785-2242 to speak with one of our vacation planners or e-mail us at info@HHPRandR.com.
#1 – Go to the beach
Get out on the Beach and enjoy the single most important reason we all love Hilton Head Island. With over 12 miles of hard pack sand, the beach is perfect for a bike ride, a walk, a run or a nap!
#2 Historical Tours
Hilton Head Island isn’t just beautiful—it’s filled with rich history that gives the Island its depth and charm. From the Gullah culture and communities that helped shape the Lowcountry to the Island’s strategic role in the Civil War, every corner has a story to tell. Historic landmarks like the Zion Chapel of Ease, Mitchelville Freedom Park, and the Harbour Town Lighthouse offer a glimpse into the past while connecting visitors to the people and events that make Hilton Head so special. It’s the kind of history you can walk through, learn from, and truly feel—making your vacation more meaningful with every step.
#3 – Hit the bike paths
The founding fathers of Hilton Head were green before this term was ever discovered. In the design of the Island and the many communities, Hilton Head was masterplanned with miles of bike path ways. This map will help you navigate the pathways in discovery around the Island.
#4 Take a real estate tour
Schedule a rainy day real estate tour with an Island Realtor. They say if a property looks good on a rainy day, you will love it the other 200+ days of the year! Schedule a tour to see properties around Hilton Head Island. We know the best values and love selling the Island. A word of caution, do not wait until next years vacation to the Island as you will miss the bottom pricing we offer today!
#5 Fireworks and Festivals
There’s always something happening on Hilton Head Island—no matter the season! From summertime fireworks lighting up the sky over Shelter Cove to food festivals, art shows, parades, and live music, the island knows how to celebrate. Nearly every week brings something new, whether it’s a local farmers’ market, a family-friendly concert in the park, or a seasonal festival that showcases the best of the Lowcountry. It’s part of what makes a Hilton Head vacation so special—there’s always fun around the corner, and every visit feels like something worth celebrating.
#6 Visit a Museum
The Discovery Museum of Hilton Head offers events and activities including the “Turtle Talk and Walk”. This is an evening lecture and beach walk led by naturalists to educate participants about the threatened Loggerhead Sea Turtle. You will find the Discovery Museum off the Island Parkway on the North End of Hilton Head.
#7 Shop and Dine
It has been determined that the two favorite activities outside of the beach are shopping and dining on Hilton Head Island. With over 300 restaurants catering to every appetite, the Island offers great restaurants from fancy to casual. To build up the appetite, shopping is rated to be another reason to visit.
