Hilton Head Island is one of the most family-friendly destinations on the East Coast. The island's calm waters, wide beaches, and exceptional activity operators make it easy to keep kids of all ages entertained from morning to evening.
Top Picks for Kids
Family Cruises
Pirate Cruise (Ages 2–10)
The island's most beloved kids' experience. Fully immersive adventure with treasure hunts, water cannons, and pirate gear.
- families
- kids
- toddlers
Watersports
Dolphin Tour
See wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. Kids absolutely love it — guides are great with young children.
- families
- adventure
- couples
Also Great for Kids
Animal Farm · Sea Pines Resort
Pony Rides & Animal Farm
Meet goats, miniature donkeys, alpacas, pigs, and miniature cows at Lawton Stables' small animal farm. Pony rides available for children 18 months to 7 years. Animal feed available for purchase at the office.
- No reservations needed — walk right in
- Pony rides Tue–Sun, 9AM–4PM
- Located inside Sea Pines Resort
Mini-Golf on Hilton Head
Two great courses on the island — both shaded, both fun, and both a solid rainy-day or late-afternoon option.
Adventure Golf · Coligny Area
Pirate's Island Adventure Golf
Two 18-hole courses built around a full pirate theme — waterfalls, rope bridges, skull caves, and a pirate ship. Younger kids go absolutely wild for it. Shaded and well-maintained. Expect a wait on peak summer days.
- Two 18-hole themed courses
- Waterfall & pirate ship features
- Great for ages 3–12
Miniature Golf · Mid-Island
Legendary Golf
Hilton Head's original mini-golf course — two beautifully landscaped 18-hole courses set on 4 shaded acres. More of a country-club feel than a theme park. Great for older kids and adults who want a proper round. Open since the early 1980s.
- Two 18-hole courses on 4 shaded acres
- Best for ages 6 and up
- Competitive, well-designed holes