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St. Marys, GA is a beautiful coastal city located in the southeastern part of the United States. Known for its historic downtown district and charming coastal lifestyle, St. Marys offers many activities and attractions to explore, including a vibrant waterfront area, numerous historical sites, plenty of outdoor recreational activities, and much more! Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or an exciting adventure, St. Marys has something for everyone.
The reviews of St. Marys are overwhelmingly positive with most visitors being delighted by their experience in this sunny coastal town. From its stunning beaches to its picturesque historical sites and charming downtown area filled with unique shops and restaurants, St. Marys is undoubtedly one of the best places to visit in Georgia. With so much to do and see here in this wonderful city, it's easy to understand why so many people have such great things to say about their time spent in St. Marys!
based on 12 ReviewsGet to know St. Marys with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited St. Marys
Its decent for what it is... - 1/1/2022
I'm not the type to sugarcoat reviews, I call it as I see it. So here goes.
I will admit that St. Marys embraces that small town mentality. They do have regular activities downtown in the park as well as parades etc. It was originally centered around a local paper mill until it closed down. Fortunately for the town they neighbor a fairly decent sized Navy base. Which has continually pumped money into St. Marys and the neighboring city of Kingsland. Unfortunately, most of the commerce isn't being pumped into St. Marys so you won't find lots of new or attractive businesses there due to the majority of useable land already being developed or unusable. Housing is ridiculously overpriced considering the age of most of the homes, and don't expect much in terms of housing expansion. Schools are run by the county, which seem to be average at best. Traffic can be horrendous especially in the vicinity of the base pretty much everyday in the mornings and the streets become
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It is not a big city, don't pretend it is. - 12/6/2019
You have to know what you want. Don't expect St Marys to be something it's not. If you want traffic and congestion, don't move here.
It was a small town that depended on a paper mill for almost 100 years. When it closed, it crippled the town. 20 years later, the town is still here and is on the rise. The downtown district has tons of history, caring people, festivals, parades, an amazing water front. Could there be more? Sure, but do you want to make this town something it's not?
I love this town! I love what it is!
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An Ideal Place for Families and Retirees Alike - 5/12/2019
This sweet little town is just what my family was looking for — a quiet place adjacent to the marshes, river and seashore. It’s affordable and safe, without the traffic and condominium developments typical of similar locations on the Southeast coast. We previously owned a home on St. Simons Island for a decade, but found that we could buy in the historic district of St. Marys for a fraction of the cost. We couldn’t be happier with our
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Not A Place I Would Recommend Moving to... - 10/23/2017
Unless you want to enlist in the Navy or work in fast food, retail, or as a landscaper, there isn’t much for gainful employment. It is a terribly boring place for a kid to live! It's boring for adults as well, since there is little to do here. Many commercial buildings are empty and are eyesores. There are tornadoes, hurricanes and torrential rains and high humidity most of the year. The schools really aren’t good at all, which you really notice if you have lived somewhere where the schools actually are good. The restaurants are quite terrible. Homes are overpriced for what you get. I’d say there are many far, far better places to live.
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Sad Town ?? - 7/16/2017
Visited St. Mary's recently and was extremely disappointed! The entire Town is in need of some Updating and Cleaning..... and the Old part of St. Mary's was just Sad! There could be so much there, but yet nothing. I expected to see all these little Shops, Cafes etc.... no attractions at all..... most of St. Mary's looks like it will soon be a Ghost Town! Clean it up and add some things.... it's the east coast for heavens sake....
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sleepy historic town - 12/30/2013
Saint Marys is a small, old-south type of place just north of Jacksonville, FL. It's economy was formerly based upon paper production but with the closing of the mill several years ago, the area has become largely a haven for retirees looking for a great, quiet place to live and play golf. The economy is now linked to Kings Bay Naval Base which is thriving. There has been a great deal of speculation in 2013 about two major projects moving to the greater area, a major "water theme park" and a space port for private space
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Information that is accurate - 5/27/2009
Visit www.stmaryswelcome.com Often these sites are misleading, but this one actually portrays the town and area as it truly is and provides helpful
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St. Marys, Georgia - 5/26/2009
I moved to St. Marys four years ago (I am a Canadian and living for one year in Illinois). I have never encountered such natural beauty, friendliness and warmth. This is a world of open arms, endless possibility, magical vistas and the last true vestiges of the legendary “Southern charm”. I wish that I had known of St. Marys when raising my children – for that matter I wish that I had been raised here myself! One of the best ways to “taste the flavor” of this city is to visit
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A Small Corner of Heaven - 6/24/2008
Having come to St Marys from Canada, I was unsure as to how I would adjust to the cultural differences that I anticipated. What I have found is an extraordinary town of generous and welcoming people within an environment that is, quite simply, breathtaking. The quiet harbor, endless marsh vistas, charming historic streets and magical Live Oaks create a fitting setting for people of inordinate charm, devotion to their community and love for their families. As the gateway to Cumberland Island - a protected wonderland of pristine doons, old growth forest, wild horses and picturesque ruins - St Marys is, indeed, the "jewel of the Deep
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St. Marys Gateway to Cumberland Island - 8/31/2007
ST MARYS, GA - GATEWAY TO CUMBERLAND ISLAND
Step back to yesteryear and visit a quaint and historic waterfront village. St. Marys is steeped in history beginning with the native Guale Indians and the Spanish who settled here in the 1500s. In 1787, an English-speaking colony began in St. Marys. Homes, B&Bs, churches, and attractions dating back as early as 1801 are still standing.
St. Marys has three historic museums, which include the St. Marys Submarine Museum, Orange Hall, and the Forgotten Invasion / Cumberland Island National Seashore Museum. St. Marys is home to many antique and other unique shops. Among its many fine dining choices are great restaurants featuring seafood, ethnic, and down-home southern cooking. Beautiful bed and breakfast inns and three wonderful hotels offer great accommodations to fit everyone's budget.
St. Marys is the gateway to Cumberland Island National Seashore. The ferryboat carries day visitors and overnight campers and their gear
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