

Things to do in Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head sells dolphin and sunset cruises out of Broad Creek, kayak and boat trips through Lowcountry salt marsh, bike rentals for the island trail network and shrimping demonstrations.
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What are the best things to do in Hilton Head Island?
Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Hilton Head Island, United States. The highest scoring is 2-Hour Hilton Head Guided Kayak Nature Tour at 91 out of 100, followed by Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise, Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head, Hilton Head Pirate Ship Adventure Sail aboard the Black Dagger. Prices start at $10 per person and 3 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. March to May and September to November, warm without peak summer crowds.
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- 120
- In the 90+ Club
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- $10 per person
- Bookable today
- 120
Most Popular in Hilton Head Island
The experiences travelers book most right now.


Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Beaufort Horse Drawn History Tour
Most Highly Reviewed in Hilton Head Island
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

2-Hour Hilton Head Guided Kayak Nature Tour

Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Hilton Head Pirate Ship Adventure Sail aboard the Black Dagger

Beaufort City Minibus Tour

History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart
Last Minute in Hilton Head Island
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

2-Hour Hilton Head Guided Kayak Nature Tour

Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Hilton Head Pirate Ship Adventure Sail aboard the Black Dagger

Beaufort City Minibus Tour

History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart
Family Friendly in Hilton Head Island
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Kazoo Factory Tour & Museum

Hilton Head Island Sunset Dolphin Tour

Hilton Head Dolphin Tour with Stop at Disappearing Island

2 Hour Kayak Hilton Head Dolphin and Nature Tour

2-Hour Private Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Cruise

90 Minute Tour to See Dolphins in Hilton Head Island
Food & Drink in Hilton Head Island
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Hilton Head Shrimp Trawling Boat Cruise

Hilton Head Crabbing Expedition Boat Cruise

Hilton Head Sunset Dinner Cruise

Lowcountry Boil Sunset Cruise

Sunset Hibachi Dinner Cruise

Harbour Town Happy Hour Cruise
Culture & History in Hilton Head Island
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

2-Hour Hilton Head Guided Kayak Nature Tour

Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head

Hilton Head Pirate Ship Adventure Sail aboard the Black Dagger

Beaufort City Minibus Tour

History and Movie Tour of Beaufort by Golf Cart

Kazoo Factory Tour & Museum
Outdoors in Hilton Head Island
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

2-Hour Hilton Head Guided Kayak Nature Tour

Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Hilton Head Pirate Ship Adventure Sail aboard the Black Dagger

90-Minute Dolphin and Nature Tour of Hilton Head

90 minute Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Cruise

90 Minute Hilton Head Dolphin and Nature Cruise
Nightlife in Hilton Head Island
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Hilton Head Island Sunset Dolphin Tour

Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Watching Cruise

Hilton Head to Savannah Round-Trip Ferry Ticket

Vanishing Mile Isle Beachcomber Tour

Private Hilton Head Sunset Sailing Tour with Dolphin Watching

Private Hilton Head Sunset Boat Cruise (Up to 14 Passengers)
Planning questions about Hilton Head Island
- What are the best things to do in Hilton Head Island?
- 2-Hour Hilton Head Guided Kayak Nature Tour is the highest ranked experience in Hilton Head Island, scoring 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 1,701 traveler reviews. Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise, Daufuskie Island Guided History Tour from Hilton Head, Hilton Head Pirate Ship Adventure Sail aboard the Black Dagger, Beaufort City Minibus Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Hilton Head Island, United States, and 3 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Hilton Head Island cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Hilton Head Island is $70 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $10 on Historic Beaufort Smartphone Guided Walking Tour. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Hilton Head Island for today?
- Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Hilton Head Island currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Hilton Head Island good for families?
- Yes. 38 of the experiences we rank in Hilton Head Island are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Hilton Head Island?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Hilton Head Island?
- March to May and September to November, warm without peak summer crowds. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Hilton Head Island?
- 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Hilton Head Island offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Hilton Head Island gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Hilton Head Island so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.