Here are 6 of the best activities on Hilton Head to try when it’s too cold for the beach
Has it been too cold on Hilton Head Island for a family beach day or a brisk swim in the ocean?
No need to worry! There are plenty of activities that Hilton Head has to offer if outdoor temperatures are not ideal.
Here are six activities to try on the island if temperatures are a little too cool for your liking.
Paint your own pottery
Need a creative outlet? Head to The Art Cafe near Coligny Plaza to paint your own pottery. The establishment creates fun for all ages regardless of the weather and has “hundreds of items to choose from,” according to its website, which vary in price and style.
The Art Cafe is open daily and can be found at 5 Lagoon Road. For more information, call 843-785-5525.
Go for drinks at Hilton Head Distillery
Are you at least 21 years old? Hilton Head Distillery, the island’s only craft distillery, offers a unique experience for adult guests. The distillery offers a wide variety of activities and gives patrons the opportunity to engage in a hands-on mixology experience, behind-the-scenes tours, tastings, signature cocktail classes and a cocktail bar. Options given by the distillery are a much-talked-about affair among adults and ranked as a ‘must-do’ for many adult parties or gatherings.
The distillery is open Monday through Saturday from noon to 6:30 p.m. and can be found at 14 Cardinal Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. For more information, Hilton Head Distillery can be contacted at 843-686-4443.
Head to the Coastal Discovery Museum
The Coastal Discovery Museum is a “must-do” on the island for family and friends of all ages and offers select experiences to enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities.
The museum has several children’s exhibits, seasonal programs, tours, markets and more.
The Hilton Head attraction can be found on the island’s north end at 70 Honey Horn Drive and encompasses a 70-acre property, exhibits, Lowcountry history, live animals, free grounds admission, tours, a museum and more.
Try an escape room
The Escape Room on Hilton Head is a perfect activity for any adventurous or problem-solving family. Featuring several different rooms to choose from, Hilton Head Escape Room is open daily from 1-9 p.m. and advertises a rate of $34.95 for anyone over 6 years old, who get in free. The establishment can be found at 10 Executive Park Drive Suite 102, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 toward the south end of the island. For more information, they can be reached at 843-681-7529.
Go on a Hilton Head Helicopter Tour
Hilton Head Helicopter Tours is an incredible experience offered ‘on’ the island that allows guests to view Hilton Head from a completely different perspective. The tours let flyers view the island’s Lowcountry beauty from the sky and take in the sights and colors from an entirely different vantage point. Advertised as “perfect for families, couples, and friends,” the company offers several different tours for guests.
Explore with Gullah Heritage Trail Tours
Hilton Head Island’s Gullah Heritage Trail Tours was founded in 1996 by a Gullah Family Partnership on Hilton Head Island. Since then, the “family has been involved in preserving Gullah cultural heritage, blending Gullah cultural values in the SC-GA Low Country, for more than 40 years,” states the company’s website.
Based on the island, Gullah Heritage Trail Tours aims to cater to visitors and locals in the Lowcountry who have an interest in learning more about the history of Gullah culture in the surrounding area. This company allows guests to learn more about the rich history and add an important learning element to their vacation or aid a curiosity in the deeper history of the Lowcountry. The pick-up location for tours can be found at 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC on the north end of the island.
