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title: "Visit St. Marys Official Visitor Guide"
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summary: "St. Marys, Georgia is a small-town coastal destination serving as the ferry departure point for Cumberland Island, offering visitors history, nature, dining, and outdoor adventures. The official visitor site highlights local restaurants, accommodations, events, and attractions located less than an hour north of Jacksonville, Florida."
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# Visit St. Marys Official Visitor Guide

Home Independence Day Festival Fireworks Soundtrack Events Calendar Music in the Park Hello Summer - Fishing Crawfish Festival Memorial Day St. Marys Seafood Fest... Build-A-Scarecrow Haunted History Tour Christmas in the Park Christmas Tour of Homes Merry Makers Market Mardi Gras Events STAY All Lodging Bed and Breakfasts Hotels Campgrounds and RV Parks Vacation Rentals EXPLORE Adventure Heritage and Culture St. Marys History Walk Shopping and Services Community Market Biking Trails On the Water Boat Ramps Parks Orange Hall Pet Services EAT Downtown St. Marys Midtown and Beyond All Area Dining Marina BLOG More WEDDINGS Videos Maps and Documents PRESS Contact Us Accessible Travel Transporation HISTORY St. Marys Georgia St. Marys Georgia St. Marys Georgia St. Marys Georgia Small-town Charm & Ferry Departure Point for Cumberland Island.  Experience History, Nature & Adventure! Request a brochure Welcome to St. Marys Georgia & Cumberland Island About Us! Let's Dish! A Savory Snapshot of Where to Eat in St. Marys! Let's Dish! A Savory Snapshot of Where to Eat in St. Marys! Located less than an hour’s drive north of Jacksonville, Florida, on the Georgia Coast, St. Marys' small-town setting is idyllic & the opportunities to enjoy the laid-back vibe are endless. Whether for a leisurely outing on a coastal trail, a relaxing small town getaway, or a remote excursion into the wild on Cumberland Island, you’ll find St. Marys has plenty of space to explore!   St. Marys History , Let's Dish! A Savory Snapshot of Where to Eat in St. Marys! Let's Dish! A Savory Snapshot of Where to Eat in St. Marys! Let's Dish! A Savory Snapshot of Where to Eat in St. Marys! St. Marys restaurant scene offers a coastal casual atmosphere that leans on locally owned restaurants offering a mix of traditional Southern meals and a wide array of palate pleasers from seafood to burgers and scones to fudge. St. Marys Downtown Dining St. Marys Midtown & Beyond Nearby Dining We can't wait to see you enjoy your stay! Let's Dish! A Savory Snapshot of Where to Eat in St. Marys! Book your Cumberland Island Adventure Now!   Historic St. Marys offers culture, heritage & outdoor activities that ensure a memorable trip to the Georgia Coast.  You'll find a variety of accommodations to complement your needs and meet your budget.   Let us help you plan: Where to Stay What to Do ​  Book your Cumberland Island Adventure Now! Featured Shop - River Tides Landscape & Outdoor Emporium Book your Cumberland Island Adventure Now!   The island is only accessible by boat. The 45-minute passenger ferry departs from downtown St. Marys and provides round-trip transportation services year-round. Check the schedule for days and times. Try the NPS mobile app available in the App Store or Google Play. Plan Your NPS Visit Book Ferry National Seashore Info Cumberland Island Trail Map Cumberland Island Trail Descriptions Featured Shop - River Tides Landscape & Outdoor Emporium Featured Shop - River Tides Landscape & Outdoor Emporium Featured Shop - River Tides Landscape & Outdoor Emporium    Located in downtown St. Marys, GA!     Provides eco-friendly landscape design, plant selection, garden designs, and all things outdoor living! We design garden beds you can maintain and be proud of, by choosing plants that work in your space, at your level, with a focus on native plants.  101 W. St. Patrick Street St. Marys, GA Facebook Page Featured Local Eats - The Cafe at Cottle & Gunn Featured Shop - River Tides Landscape & Outdoor Emporium Featured Shop - River Tides Landscape & Outdoor Emporium    Located in downtown St. Marys, GA!  Elevated lunch and desserts in a surprising location! Walk through a wardrobe for a tasty treat in a comfy atmosphere.  711 Osborne Street St. Marys, GA The Cafe at Cottle & Gunn Previously Features:   Kraken Coffee Kitchen Co. , The Firefly Plan Your Adventure! A Look Around Town Contact Us Better yet, see us in person! We love our visitors, so y'all come see us at the St. Marys Welcome Center for maps, brochures, and information. Visit St. Marys & Cumberland Island 400 Osborne Street, Saint Marys, Georgia 31558, United States 912-882-4000 ~ tourisminfo@stmarysga.gov Hours Open today 09:00 am – 05:00 pm Drop us a line! Drop us a line! Name* Email* Address Sign up for our email list for updates, promotions, and more. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Send Cancel Drop us a line! Get directions Subscribe to Newsletter In the Know! Sign up to hear from us about events and attractions and get our latest blog updates, too! Email Sign up Partner Links Connect With Us Copyright © 2020 St. Marys Convention & Visitors Bureau - Visit St. Marys & Cumberland Island Ga - All Rights Reserved.    The mission of the St. Marys Convention & Visitors Bureau (SMCVB) is to promote St. Marys, Cumberland Island, and the Camden County area as a desirable tourist destination, increase the overall economic impact and overnight stays of visitors to the area, and foster a quality visitor experience to benefit the city. Home PRESS Contact Us HISTORY Privacy Policy Powered by This website uses cookies. We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data. Accept