Best Things To Do

Our hand-picked favorites on Amelia Island

If you really want to experience Amelia Island, slow it down and do what the locals do. Start the morning with a walk on the beach or a sunrise surf session, grab coffee downtown Fernandina, then spend the day bouncing between the water and the historic streets. Paddle the marshes, hunt for shark teeth, ride bikes under the live oaks, or just post up with a cold drink and watch the boats roll by the marina. Amelia Island isn’t about rushing from attraction to attraction — it’s about easy days, salty air, good food, and finding your own rhythm on the island.

Fort Clinch State Park

Fort Clinch State Park

★★★★☆ 4.8 (5,605 reviews)

"Beautiful fort, I’ve been coming here for years. Great scenery, right by the water. They have a gift shop and visitor’s center as well. It’s $6 per car to get in and an ad..."

📍 2601 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 277-7274

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Fort Clinch

Fort Clinch

★★★★☆ 4.8 (850 reviews)

"Excellent place for family and fun activities. A place of learning and history they dont teach in schools. Wildlife and nature gives gives an alluring adventure to your day."

📍 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

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Seaside Park

Seaside Park

★★★★☆ 4.7 (833 reviews)

"One of our family's favorite places to go! Beautiful walks on the beach not too crowded depending on the time of year. You also can drive your four-wheel drive or all-wheel driv..."

📍 2002 S Fletcher Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 310-3350

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Amelia Island Historic Tours

Amelia Island Historic Tours

★★★★★ 5 (357 reviews)

"The 8 Flags Tour given by Daniel of Amelia Island Historic Tours was great! He journeyed us through the rich history of Fernandina Beach with his expert weaving of storytelling ..."

📍 1 N Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 899-2429

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Amelia Island Kayak Excursions

Amelia Island Kayak Excursions

★★★★★ 5 (308 reviews)

"Amazing kayak tour to Cumberland Island. Guide was very skilled and very informative! Had the best time! We saw dolphins, a loggerhead turtle and many horses out on the island. ..."

📍 3 S Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 557-5307

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Island Falls Adventure Golf

Island Falls Adventure Golf

★★★★☆ 4.5 (561 reviews)

"A wonderful mini golfing experience. In addition to being fairly cozy I loved the atmosphere. The tree cover was great and the water features were fantastic. There were lots of ..."

📍 1550 Sadler Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 261-7881

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Pirate Playground

Pirate Playground

★★★★☆ 4.7 (417 reviews)

"Highly recommend. There is a walking trail. Lots of shade & squirrels lol. Nice public restrooms, picnic tables, & a water fountain. It's well worth the trip!"

📍 2490 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

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Jet Ski Amelia

Jet Ski Amelia

★★★★★ 5 (289 reviews)

"I've booked two tours with J in the past year. One for my boyfriend's birthday in May and the second in October (yesterday) when my cousin was visiting. We had such a great time..."

📍 3 N Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 206-1620

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Amelia Island Museum of History

Amelia Island Museum of History

★★★★☆ 4.5 (453 reviews)

"Volunteers Amazing. While the tour guide talked to us, we felt we were there with the French, English, Spanish, Scottish, and Indians. I want to go back again soon."

📍 233 S 3rd St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 261-7378

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Blackbeard Tattoo & Piercing

Blackbeard Tattoo & Piercing

★★★★★ 5 (233 reviews)

"5-Star Review for Nikki! Nikki did an amazing Barbie-themed tattoo for my mom who passed away. It was her first glitter tattoo, and she absolutely nailed it!! The detail, the s..."

📍 1683 S 8th St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 310-9119

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Happy Trails Walking Horses

Happy Trails Walking Horses

★★★★☆ 4.9 (218 reviews)

"We booked a 7:30pm sunset ride. Let me tell you it was absolutely amazing! Our guide was awesome she helped us feel very comfortable with our horses. She was so incredibly sweet..."

📍 9600 Peters Point Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 557-3126

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Egan's Creek Greenway Trail

Egan's Creek Greenway Trail

★★★★☆ 4.7 (225 reviews)

"This walk was awesome. If you like nature trails and can't decide between fort clinch and egans creek, Egans creek is the way to go. It really feels like you are nature, fort cl..."

📍 2555 Jasmine St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 310-3350

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Amelia Island Lighthouse

Amelia Island Lighthouse

★★★★☆ 4.2 (371 reviews)

"This is a historic lighthouse. Sadly it only opens on Saturday from 11:00 -2:00 pm. We got there at 13:00 and were able to listen in to the class provided. We also got a look at..."

📍 215 O Hagan Ln, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 277-7300

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Jaybird Hammock Farm

Jaybird Hammock Farm

★★★★★ 5 (132 reviews)

"The goat hike was so much fun! Perfect for my Girl Scout Troop! The girls loved the goats (especially the baby), the swings, and the hammocks. They even provided us with chilled..."

📍 95098 Frank Ward Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 990-8054

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Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park

Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park

★★★★☆ 4.6 (169 reviews)

"Sometimes places are special because of what happened there and not for what remains. While nothing from the former Spanish settlement is still standing, the place is still real..."

📍 201 Estrada St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 277-7274

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Amelia Island Welcome Center

Amelia Island Welcome Center

★★★★☆ 4.6 (150 reviews)

"Great welcome center with lovely ladies inside to greet you! Both were very helpful and knowledgeable of the area, they had free stickers to give out, brochures and maps for eve..."

📍 102 Centre St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 277-0717

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A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach

A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach

★★★★☆ 4.6 (140 reviews)

"The museum is ran by lovely staff who are extremely knowledgeable of A.L. Lewis and the American Beach. The rich history and culture of the beach makes it a special place to all..."

📍 1600 Julia St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 510-7036

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American Beach

American Beach

★★★★☆ 4.7 (87 reviews)

"American beach was a very interesting place to visit...... The juxtaposition between.... Brand new big houses on stilts.... And the remnants of the Small buildings or metal roo..."

📍 5492 Gregg St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

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Goffinsville Nassau River Park

Goffinsville Nassau River Park

★★★★☆ 4.5 (77 reviews)

"Really enjoyed our time out at this park. Clean and great place to fish. We appreciated having bathrooms close by if we needed them and plenty of parking. We will definitely com..."

📍 95001 Goffinsville Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

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Amelia Island Sport Fishing

Amelia Island Sport Fishing

★★★★★ 5 (44 reviews)

"Wow! What a great experience! Captain Billy was very informative, fun, helpful, patient, and knowledgeable! We caught a ton of fish! Such a blast! We will be going with Captain ..."

📍 23 S Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 583-0818

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Fernandina Beach Skate Park

Fernandina Beach Skate Park

★★★★☆ 4.6 (58 reviews)

"Was having 3rd Annual Skate Jam. Had a Food Truck making delicious smelling food. Their were yummy Sno Cones to help with the hot summer day."

📍 25 Tarpon St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 310-3350

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Amelia Island Charters

Amelia Island Charters

★★★★☆ 4.9 (44 reviews)

"We had a wonderful adventure with Captain Scott today. Captain Scott was knowledgeable and super helpful. Not only did we catch fish, we learned a lot about the area. This w..."

📍 1 S Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 335-1162

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Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

★★★★★ 5 (34 reviews)

"Captain Brad was awesome! He put us on some nice reds and made sure we had a great time. He’s extremely knowledgeable, I’d do it all over again. Maybe try some tarpon in ..."

📍 10 Ash St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 305-9770

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Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival

Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival

★★★★☆ 4.9 (17 reviews)

"The Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival is an absolute gem in our community, bringing the beauty and intimacy of chamber music to life in a way that is both moving and memorabl..."

📍 1405 Park Ave STE 101, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 261-1779

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Willow Pond Nature Trail

Willow Pond Nature Trail

★★★★☆ 4.2 (10 reviews)

"Heading along the trail to Fort Clinch, there is a trail to drive, including hiking and biking trails. Along the way, you marshes and beaches, including lighthouses that were on..."

📍 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

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American Beach Nana Sand Dune

American Beach Nana Sand Dune

★★★★★ 5 (3 reviews)

"NaNa, the tallest dune in Florida, is a protected landmark due largely to the efforts of MaVynne Betsch (January 14, 1935-September 5, 2005), widely known as the "Beach Lady." B..."

📍 Amelia Island, FL 32034, USA

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Boat ramp

Boat ramp

★★★☆☆ 3.8 (5 reviews)

"Great place to watch the sunset or enjoy a outdoors."

📍 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

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Anchors Aweigh Charters, Inc.

Anchors Aweigh Charters, Inc.

★★★★★ 5 (1 reviews)

"Excellent sail, fun and entertaining staff!! Love the personality and attention from the Captain and the Deck hand, great guys...looking forward to going again soon!"

📍 1 N Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

📞 (904) 277-2086

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Beach Access 5

Beach Access 5

★★★★★ 5 (1 reviews)

"Always beautiful. The beach sand here seemed firmer and better for bike riding, but this may change. Firm sand up to the park boundary, and as far south as Beach access 12."

📍 508 S Fletcher Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA

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