Title: Things to Do in St. Marys in 2026 | Expedia.com [St. Marys Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/St-Marys.dx55979)[Hotels in St. Marys](https://expedia.com/St-Marys-Hotels.d55979.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to St. Marys](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-St-Marys.d55979.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in St. Marys](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-St-Marys.d55979.Car-Rental-Guide)[St. Marys Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/St-Marys.d55979.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in St. Marys ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit St. Marys Types of activities [St. Marys Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/St-Marys.dx55979) ![Washed ashore sea star. #travel #seastar #beach #welovetoexplore https://www.facebook.com/welovetoexplore/timeline/story?ut=43&wstart=0&wend=1422777599&hash=3585313150704558958&pagefilter=3 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55979/55aa7730-ea19-436e-9a66-e63afa120c91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Quaint town near the Golden Isles](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55979/bd3ef292-0507-45c1-84ee-0ee740d9c1e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dungeness on Cumberland Island, Georgia, is a ruined mansion that is part of a historic district that was the home of several families significant in American history. James Oglethorpe first built on Cumberland Island in 1736, building a hunting lodge that he named Dungeness. Oglethorpe named the place after Dungeness, in England. The next Dungeness was the legacy of Revolutionary War hero Nathanael Greene, who had acquired 11,000 acres of island land in exchange for a bad debt. His widow built a four-story tabby mansion in 1803, over a Timucuan shell mound. During the War of 1812 the island was occupied by the British, who used the house as a headquarters. In 1818 Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee, a dashing cavalry commander during the Revolutionary War and father of Robert E. Lee, stayed at the house until his death on March 25, 1818, cared for by Greene's daughter Louisa, and was laid to rest in nearby cemetery with full military honors provided by an American fleet stationed at St. Marys, Georgia. The house was abandoned during the U.S. Civil War and burned in 1866. In the 1880s the property was purchased by Thomas M. Carnegie, brother of Andrew Carnegie, who began to build a new mansion on the site. The 59-room Queen Anne style mansion and grounds were completed after Carnegie's death in 1886. His wife Lucy continued to live at Dungeness and built other estates for her children, including Greyfield for Margaret Carnegie, Plum Orchard for George Lauder Carnegie, and Stafford Plantation. By this time, the Carnegies owned 90% of the island. The Carnegies moved out of Dungeness in 1925. In 1959 the Dungeness mansion was destroyed by fire, alleged to be arson. The ruins are today preserved by the National Park Service as part of Cumberland Island National Seashore. They were acquired by the Park Service in 1972. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183129/f42bbc67-944b-4b08-ac29-c0ed4482c363.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dungeness on Cumberland Island, Georgia, is a ruined mansion that is part of a historic district that was the home of several families significant in American history. James Oglethorpe first built on Cumberland Island in 1736, building a hunting lodge that he named Dungeness. Oglethorpe named the place after Dungeness, in England. The next Dungeness was the legacy of Revolutionary War hero Nathanael Greene, who had acquired 11,000 acres of island land in exchange for a bad debt. His widow built a four-story tabby mansion in 1803, over a Timucuan shell mound. During the War of 1812 the island was occupied by the British, who used the house as a headquarters. In 1818 Henry “Light-Horse Harry” Lee, a dashing cavalry commander during the Revolutionary War and father of Robert E. Lee, stayed at the house until his death on March 25, 1818, cared for by Greene's daughter Louisa, and was laid to rest in nearby cemetery with full military honors provided by an American fleet stationed at St. Marys, Georgia. The house was abandoned during the U.S. Civil War and burned in 1866. In the 1880s the property was purchased by Thomas M. Carnegie, brother of Andrew Carnegie, who began to build a new mansion on the site. The 59-room Queen Anne style mansion and grounds were completed after Carnegie's death in 1886. His wife Lucy continued to live at Dungeness and built other estates for her children, including Greyfield for Margaret Carnegie, Plum Orchard for George Lauder Carnegie, and Stafford Plantation. By this time, the Carnegies owned 90% of the island. The Carnegies moved out of Dungeness in 1925. In 1959 the Dungeness mansion was destroyed by fire, alleged to be arson. The ruins are today preserved by the National Park Service as part of Cumberland Island National Seashore. They were acquired by the Park Service in 1972. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183129/da822be8-9e4e-4836-b8eb-eb9095b8741d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful small town off I-95.You can also get to Cumberland island from St Mary's](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55979/d743ade7-9aae-48e6-8ec4-6c8156fd89cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in St. Marys | Number of things to do | 18 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [St. Marys Murder, Mayhem, and Martinis Walking Tour](/things-to-do/st-marys-murder-mayhem-and-martinis-walking-tour.a45391227.activity-details): $24 | | Top 5 things to do | [Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours](/things-to-do/jekyll-island-dolphin-tours.a3597760.activity-details)[Amelia Island Guided Kayak Tour of Lofton Creek](/things-to-do/amelia-island-guided-kayak-tour-of-lofton-creek.a2056096.activity-details)[Amelia Island Floating Tiki Boat Cruise with BYOB Option](/things-to-do/amelia-island-floating-tiki-boat-cruise-with-byob-option.a50241445.activity-details)[Eight Flags Road Tour](/things-to-do/eight-flags-road-tour.a1360562.activity-details)[Downtown Fernandina Historical Walking Tour](/things-to-do/downtown-fernandina-historical-walking-tour.a1359874.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [St. Marys Murder, Mayhem, and Martinis Walking Tour](/things-to-do/st-marys-murder-mayhem-and-martinis-walking-tour.a45391227.activity-details) | | With kids | [Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours](/things-to-do/jekyll-island-dolphin-tours.a3597760.activity-details)[Amelia Island Floating Tiki Boat Cruise with BYOB Option](/things-to-do/amelia-island-floating-tiki-boat-cruise-with-byob-option.a50241445.activity-details)[Eight Flags Road Tour](/things-to-do/eight-flags-road-tour.a1360562.activity-details)[Downtown Fernandina Historical Walking Tour](/things-to-do/downtown-fernandina-historical-walking-tour.a1359874.activity-details)[Lofton Creek Kayaking Trip with Professional Guide](/things-to-do/lofton-creek-kayaking-trip-with-professional-guide.a2044888.activity-details) | ## What to do in St. Marys --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in St. Marys? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in St. Marys ![Night scene of the ferry to Cumberland Island and the waterfront in St Marys, Georgia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561892268/f42ca584-9482-4f49-9289-2a42733bb343.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cumberland Island Ferry Explore the waterfront in St. Marys with a trip to Cumberland Island Ferry. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Cumberland-Island-Ferry-St-Marys.d553248621561892268.Vacation-Attraction) ![USA, Georgia, Cumberland Island National Seashore](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561892267/ad691687-fe9a-45c5-b8a8-7b4575cae5d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center After visiting Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Marys. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Cumberland-Island-National-Seashore-Visitor-Center-St-Marys.d553248621561892267.Vacation-Attraction) ![Plum Orchard Mansion](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532654642/5e4b7211-7484-44e3-8f26-b448be1899b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plum Orchard Mansion You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Plum Orchard Mansion during your trip to Cumberland Island. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Plum-Orchard-Mansion-Georgia.d553248621532654642.Vacation-Attraction) ![A lovely place to sit and watch the world go by.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55979/26b68bb8-45d9-4d41-8a7f-c5954f03542c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Howard Gilman Waterfront Park Howard Gilman Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in St. Marys, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Howard-Gilman-Waterfront-Park-St-Marys.d949933236315045888.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Marys Welcome Center After visiting St. Marys Welcome Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Marys. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/St-Marys-Welcome-Center-St-Marys.d553248621561883870.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Marys Submarine Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at St. Marys Submarine Museum during your trip to St. Marys. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/St-Marys-Submarine-Museum-St-Marys.d553248621561892266.Vacation-Attraction) #### Club at Osprey Cove Enjoy a round of golf in St. Marys at Club at Osprey Cove. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Club-At-Osprey-Cove-St-Marys.d553248621532654162.Vacation-Attraction) #### Georgia Visitor Information Center - Valdosta After visiting Georgia Visitor Information Center - Valdosta, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Marys. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Georgia-Visitor-Information-Center-Valdosta-St-Marys.d553248621561883871.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Marys Railroad Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in St. Marys Railroad Museum during your trip to St. Marys. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/St-Marys-Railroad-Museum-St-Marys.d553248621561883873.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from St. Marys ![Cumberland Island National Seashore. Cumberland Island, largest of Georgia's Golden Isles, is managed by National Park Service. Dungeness Mansion ruins once owned by Carnegie Family, ruined by fire.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6723/049dc52a-48d5-4f37-bc0d-39625fd93c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kingsland ![Fernandina Beach on Amelia island on October 22, 2017. People often come by car to the beaches to fishing, take some sunbathe and swim in the Atlantic ocean. Florida, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7156/2ed534f1-5a10-48b9-9de2-12b4b24ed290.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fernandina Beach ![Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park in Homosassa Florida USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/12113/bc26a4d5-eaaf-4506-b0d5-87f4a136c3cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yulee ![Sand dunes at Cumberland Island National Seashore.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183129/1dfce3d6-4a40-4e95-891f-8049c70bd960.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cumberland Island ![Friendship Park showing a city, night scenes and skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069301/1b9e408c-faf6-430b-a69e-9a8902cc95a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jacksonville ![East River Marsh in the Brunswick Jekyll Island area, Georgia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351863/04816f74-a58f-4b88-bba9-298965806f43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Woodbine ## Frequently asked questions ### Is St. Marys worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in St. Marys? ### What is the top tourist attraction in St. Marys? ### Is three days enough to stay in St. Marys? ### What are some activities to do in St. Marys with kids? > - [Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/jekyll-island-dolphin-tours.a3597760.activity-details) > - [Amelia Island Floating Tiki Boat Cruise with BYOB Option](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/amelia-island-floating-tiki-boat-cruise-with-byob-option.a50241445.activity-details) > - [Eight Flags Road Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/eight-flags-road-tour.a1360562.activity-details) > - [Downtown Fernandina Historical Walking Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/downtown-fernandina-historical-walking-tour.a1359874.activity-details) > - [Lofton Creek Kayaking Trip with Professional Guide](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/lofton-creek-kayaking-trip-with-professional-guide.a2044888.activity-details) ### What to do in St. Marys for adults? ### Are there free things to do in St. Marys? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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