Adventures and Memories to Last
Hilton Head Island is a destination for the whole family. From aerial, ecological and historical adventures, to interactive children’s museums, pirate cruises, and zodiac rides, there are countless family activities to explore.
Our resorts offer supervised recreational programs and specialized sports camps for kids, and there is always a spot on one of our beaches for a memorable and relaxing family outing. Regardless of how you plan to fill your days, children and adults of every age will have fun exploring the many family activities on Hilton Head Island.
Featured Family Vacation Partners
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Island Skiff Adventure Tours
Impress the kids on our fun and easy to drive 2 seater dolphin watch tour
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Holiday Inn Express
Affordable family vacations just steps from the beach/shops/restaurants
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Family Friendly Vacation Rentals
Palmetto Dunes Resort is the premier Hilton Head location for family beach vacations!
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Sea Monkeys Watersports
Jet skis, boat rentals, kayaks, SUPs and nature tours on Hilton Head Island
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Exceptional Experiences & Tours
Dolphins, Family Fun, Daufuskie Island, Tube, Ski, Kayak, Savannah
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Hilton Head Vacations, Inc.
Luxury Homes and Condos. Dream Vacations await on Hilton Head Island!! Book now!
Learn MoreSea Turtle Season in the Lowcountry
Every year between May and October, sea turtles visit the beaches of Hilton Head Island. Two volunteer organizations, Sea Turtle Patrol Hilton Head Island and Turtle Trackers, work hard every morning and evening during nesting season to protect sea turtle nests and ensure the hatchlings can make a safe journey from our beaches to their new ocean home.
BROWSE FAMILY ACTIVITIES
![Daufuskie Community Farm](/sites/default/files/styles/view_card_default_teaser_703x715_/public/partners/Daufuskie-74-600x40100066181.jpg?itok=pS4xK93s)
Daufuskie Community Farm
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Port Royal Sound Foundation
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Harbour Town Lighthouse Museum & Shop
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Arts Center of Coastal Carolina
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Hilton Head St. Patrick's Day Parade
![Harbourfest at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina](/sites/default/files/styles/view_card_default_teaser_703x715_/public/partners/shannon-parrotpalooza-C30A923200053273.jpg?itok=Bz-IhHVd)
Harbourfest at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
![Daily kayak Nature Tours from Shelter Cove Marina!](/sites/default/files/styles/view_card_default_teaser_703x715_/public/partners/Screen%2520Shot%25202022-03-31%2520at%25202.54.04%2520PM00000398.png?itok=IxvbhMEt)
Outside Hilton Head
![Main Stage Community Theatre](/sites/default/files/styles/view_card_default_teaser_703x715_/public/partners/Photo2500001810.jpg?itok=SFJ4UMhF)
Main Stage Community Theatre
![Image of Gallery](/sites/default/files/styles/view_card_default_teaser_703x715_/public/partners/00001377.jpg?itok=jG072GWe)
Art League of Hilton Head Gallery
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Art League of Hilton Head Academy
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Beach Play Company
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Adventure Hilton Head LLC
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Pirates of Hilton Head
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Hilton Head Island Recreation Association
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The Hilton Head Santa Claus
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Outside Palmetto Bluff
Additional Featured Partners
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The Sandbox Children's Museum
A premier destination for early childhood, hands-on play and learning on Hilton Head Island
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Vagabond Cruise-Harbour Town
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