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Harbour Town Golf Links Course at Sea Pines Resort

Address: 32 Greenwood Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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This championship resort has three 18-hole courses to offer its guests. The Harbour Town Golf Links course is perennially considered one of top courses in the USA and is one of Southeast's true must-play courses. If the name sounds familiar, that's because Harbour Town is home to the PGA Tour's Heritage Classic. This...

Palmetto Dunes

Address: 7 Trent Jones Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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Palmetto Dunes has three 18-hole courses to offer, and each of them poses its own combination of challenges and beautiful scenery. Long hitters in particular enjoy the George Fazio course, which features narrow, tree-lined fairways and undulating greens. Lagoons flank the long trek, so bring a few extra balls. Robert...

Harbour Town Lighthouse

Address: 149 Lighthouse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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Since its construction in 1970 by developer Charles Fraser, this red and white lighthouse has become the symbol of Hilton Head that is recognized worldwide. A gift shop is located at the top.

Lawton Stables

Address: 190 Greenwood Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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Housing horses, cows, sheep, rabbits, donkeys and a llama, this beautiful stable offers solace to nature and animal lovers. Tour the 600-acre preserve on horseback, or bring the kiddies for a short pony ride. Families will also enjoy the petting zoo, where you may even get to bottle feed a baby calf. For pony rides,...

Hilton Head Parasail H2O Sports Center

Address: 149 Lighthouse Rd, Harbour Town Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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Looking for an adrenalin rush? Sign up for a parasailing adventure that'll lift you 400 feet above the island. For a calmer excursion, Enviro Tours provides a one-hour inflatable boat ride that exposes passengers to island wildlife. Ski lessons and Wave Runner rentals are also available.

Melrose Golf Course

Address: Daufuskie Island Resort, Daufuskie Island, SC 29926

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Designed by Jack Nicklaus, this difficult golf course is situated on Daufuskie Island and is characterized by small, elevated greens and surrounding marshes. The 18th hole extends right over the ocean and onto a narrow peninsula. The ferry for Daufuskie departs from 421 Squire Pope Road on Hilton Head (call...

Daufuskie Island / Adventure Cruises

Address: 1 Shelter Cove Ln, Shelter Cove Marina, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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Half-day outings to Daufuskie Island and dolphin cruises which can only be accessed by boat. Upon arrival, a golf cart is provided for getting around this picturesque, history-laden island that was used as the setting in Pat Conroy's novel, "The Water is Wide." Visit the one-room Island Elementary School, First Union...

Port Royal Golf Club

Address: 10 Clubhouse Dr, Port Royal Plantation, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

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Located by the Westin Resort, this prestigious golf club features three courses – The Barony, Planter's Row and Robber's Row. The Barony is a short but difficult trek designed by George Cobb; meanwhile, William Byrd's Planter's Row is distinguished by its large greens and attractive appearance. For the toughest game,...

Coastal Discovery Museum

Address: Hwy 278, 1 mile west of Hilton Head Island, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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With exhibits and activities inside and out, the Coastal Discovery Museum is a fun family outing no matter the weather or the time of year. Learn all about the history and ecology of the area, or schedule a tour – there are many to choose from, including beach walks, dolphin cruises, plantation tours, and trolley...

Historic Town of Bluffton

Address: Bluffton, SC 29910

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Get away from the hustle and bustle of Hilton Head and spend a day in this charming village located west of Hilton Head off Highway 278. There are about a dozen historic homes, a beautiful 1857 Gothic-style Church of the Cross, and the classic revival 1853 Campbell Chapel AME Church whose members have held services...