Visit These Movie Sites Near Hilton Head Island

Did You Know These Movies Were Filmed Near Your Hilton Head Vacation Rental?

Calling all movie buffs! Looking for a fun adventure during your vacation to Hilton Head, South Carolina, that will educate, enlighten and inspire? We have the perfect activity in mind.

Check out the sites where movies were filmed in the region that includes Hilton Head in South Carolina and Savannah and Tybee Island, which are in Georgia. Perfect for a day trip from Hilton Head, Savannah is about 20 miles south of Hilton Head, and Tybee Island, known as Savannah’s beach, is 18 miles east of Savannah.

You may be able to list a couple of award-winning movies, such as “Forrest Gump,” that were filmed on the beautiful streets of Savannah. But you may be surprised how many more movies took advantage of the beautiful scenery in this region. Savannah and its neighbor Tybee Island hosted some of the world’s most well-renowned actors and directors as they used the beautiful landscape as the backdrop for a variety of plot lines.

No matter whether you are visiting with family, escaping for a romantic getaway, or planning the ultimate girls’ trip, visiting these movie sites near your Hilton Head vacation rental could be the perfect day trip to plan with your travel crew.

Family Vacation

Where To Stay

Our Hilton Head vacation rental inventory is vast and includes many different properties that are ideal for your next family getaway. Your kids will love the amenities that come with each of these rentals as well as the surrounding adventures close by. All four vacation rentals listed below offer cozy accommodations and spacious kitchens, and a couple are even pet-friendly! These three characteristics, and a few more, are what make them perfect for a family vacation to Hilton Head.

• Ketch Court 891 – 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Sleeps 8, Pet Friendly
• Mooring Buoy 187 – 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Sleeps 12, Pet Friendly
• Hickory Cove 47 – 2 Bedrooms, 2 ½ Bathrooms, Sleeps 7
• Ocean Breeze 33 – 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Sleeps 8

Movie Sites To Explore

• “Sponge Bob Movie: Sponge Out of Water” (2015) – Filmed in both Savannah and Tybee Island
• “Lady and the Tramp” (2019) – Filmed in Savannah
• “Forrest Gump” (1994) – Filmed in Savannah
• “Gifted” (2017) – Filmed on Tybee Island

Couple’s Retreat

Where To Stay

Gorgeous views, community amenities and delicious dining opportunities nearby make these vacation rentals in Hilton Head perfect for a couple’s retreat. Walk along the beach, spend the day exploring your rental amenities, or take a day trip to visit these movie sites! The night before your movie exploration trip, order food in and choose your favorite movie on the list below to watch. That way, the views and sights will be fresh in your mind for your movie adventure.

• The Spa 1115 – 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 4
• Night Heron 25 – 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 4
• Saint Andres Common 1771 – 1 Bedroom, 1 ½ Bathrooms, Sleeps 4
• Seaside Villa 332 – 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 4

Movie Sights To Explore

• “Gemini Man” (2019) – Filmed in both Savannah and Tybee Island
• “Ford v Ferrari” (2019) – Filmed in Savannah
• “The Peanut Butter Falcon” (2019) – Filmed in Savannah
• “The Do-Over” (2016) – Filmed in Savannah

Girls’ Trip

Where To Stay

Hilton Head is the perfect location for a girls’ trip! Spend each day shopping, sunbathing on the beach, or crafting the perfect cocktail in your Hilton Head villa. Taking a day trip to Savannah is a great excuse to get dressed up for pictures to remember your exciting stay. Make sure to stop by one or more of these famous movie spots while in town. From chick flicks to movies spotlighting women's empowerment, there are movie sites for every group of girls to explore.

• Forest Gardens 54 – 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 5
• Jessamine 7 – 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 10
• Hickory Cove 47 – 2 Bedrooms, 2 ½ Bathrooms, Sleeps 7
• Ocean Dunes Villa 404 – 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Sleeps 6

Movie Sites To Explore

• “Magic Mike XXL” (2015) – Filmed in both Savannah and Tybee Island
• “The Last Song” (2010) – Filmed on Tybee Island
• Episodes of the “Bachelorette” – Filmed on Hilton Head Island
• “The Glorias” (2020) – Filmed in Savannah

For more recommendations on movie sights near your Hilton Head vacation rental, visit our partner site, Tybee Vacation Rentals! They crafted a blog that lists even more famous movies filmed in Savannah, GA, and Tybee Island.

Book your stay today and start planning an unforgettable trip to Hilton Head Island!