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Top 9 cultural & heritage things to do in Hilton Head Island

Heritage walks, museum days, temple complexes, and the kind of guides who explain why a place matters rather than reciting dates. The cultural side of Hilton Head Island, paced for actual seeing.

  1. 2-hour guided kayak tour of Hilton Head Island's salt marshes, Hilton Head Island1

    1. 2-hour guided kayak tour of Hilton Head Island's salt marshes

    4.9· 1657 reviews· 2 hours

    Two hours kayaking through Hilton Head’s salt marshes with expert naturalist guides, focusing on local wildlife and history.

    This was an excellent experience. The staff was very informative. I would surely recommend it! The views were outstanding.Jamie_H
  2. Historical horse-drawn carriage tour of Old Beaufort, Hilton Head Island2

    2. Historical horse-drawn carriage tour of Old Beaufort

    4.9· 506 reviews· 55 min

    Fifty-five minutes by horse-drawn carriage — a fully narrated tour covering all major historical sites in Old Beaufort, South Carolina.

    We had a great time with our tour guide and absolutely adored the horse named Steve. He had a unique personality that we really appreciated.LynB636
  3. Guided dolphin watching and sightseeing tour on mini boats in Hilton Head, Hilton Head Island3

    3. Guided dolphin watching and sightseeing tour on mini boats in Hilton Head

    4.9· 145 reviews· 2 hours

    Two hours exploring Hilton Head by mini boat with stops for dolphin sightings, historical insights, and local landmarks.

    This was an incredible experience. We had a great time and Max and Bob were outstanding. It was a lot of fun, and we definitely recommend it.evalJ2495SN
  1. 90-minute dolphin and nature cruise in Hilton Head, Hilton Head Island4

    4. 90-minute dolphin and nature cruise in Hilton Head

    4.9· 189 reviews· 1.5 hours

    Ninety minutes on Broad Creek — watch dolphins and learn about the Lowcountry's wildlife and history from an interpretive naturalist captain.

    Captain Tim led us on an excellent nature excursion along the back creek. He was knowledgeable in pointing out the various birds and wildlife we encountered, including numerous dolphins, birds, ospreys, and bald eagles. I highly recommend this tour.Frederick_M
  2. Beaufort history and movie tour by golf cart, Hilton Head Island5

    5. Beaufort history and movie tour by golf cart

    4.9· 609 reviews· 1 hours

    One hour by golf cart — explore Beaufort's antebellum architecture and filming locations of movies like Forrest Gump and The Big Chill.

    As a local, I've participated in this tour multiple times, and this experience was the best yet. Our guide, Janet, was fantastic.paulam20192019
  3. Dolphins and donuts morning cruise from Palmetto Bay Marina, Hilton Head Island6

    6. Dolphins and donuts morning cruise from Palmetto Bay Marina

    4.9· 76 reviews· 1.5 hours

    A 1.5-hour cruise from Palmetto Bay Marina — watch Atlantic bottlenose dolphins while enjoying donuts and drinks on board.

    From check-in to shopping, donuts, and our departure, we had an incredible experience. Our captain was fantastic—entertaining and informative, which made the trip feel quick and enjoyable.Jenn_T
  4. Daufuskie Island history tour from Hilton Head, Hilton Head Island7

    7. Daufuskie Island history tour from Hilton Head

    4.9· 1108 reviews· 4.5 hours

    Four and a half hours by boat — guided tour of Daufuskie Island’s Native American and Gullah heritage, with no stop for lunch.

    My first visit to Dufuskie was fantastic. I enjoyed every moment. Our guide, Bayard, was friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful.Debbie_J
  5. Guided Creek Cat water tour around Hilton Head Island, Hilton Head Island8

    8. Guided Creek Cat water tour around Hilton Head Island

    4.8· 467 reviews· 2 hours

    Two-hour guided tour on Creek Cat boats—drive your own vessel and explore sights like Harbourtown lighthouse and local wildlife.

    It was our first time on a CraigCat, and we had an incredible time stepping slightly out of our comfort zones. Max and Brian ensured we felt safe and had a lot of fun as we explored the open water, sharing fascinating history about Hilton Head Island and its surroundings. We also paused to observe dolphins and learn about the local bull sharks. The excitement of the experience was amplified by our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides. Thank you both!Jackie R
  6. Sunset Creek Cat tour on Hilton Head Island, Hilton Head Island9

    9. Sunset Creek Cat tour on Hilton Head Island

    4.6· 33 reviews· 2 hours

    Two-hour guided boat tour on Creek Cats — navigate waterways, view local wildlife, and catch the sunset over iconic sights like Harbour Town Lighthouse.

    This tour was an excellent opportunity to explore Hilton Head while gaining historical insights. Our guides, Gavin and Joe, were fantastic, making the experience enjoyable and informative. We highly recommend it and plan to return for another tour.N5787EAallisonk

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