Amelia Island Vacations - Florida

Amelia Island Highlights

32 miles north east of Jacksonville, 192 miles north east of Orlando

The historic district of Amelia Island covers over 50 blocks and presents a marvelous collection of residences and buildings that chronicle the history and fortunes of the island since its earliest days.

Center Street is lined with several impressive buildings that now function as antique shops and restaurants, with several historic homes and late Victorian Inns still in existence. Amelia Island Museum of History is housed in the former Nassau County Jail.

Guides undertake tours of the museum and the historic district providing insights and anecdotes about the rich history of the island and its people. The museum has recently had a major renovation. Fort Clinch State Park covers approximately 1,100 acres of large oaks and a Civil War-era fort, a long fishing pier, miles of beaches, and numerous campsites.

There are 7 miles (11 km) of hiking and biking trails, a nature walk trail, beach access, fishing and swimming in lakes and rivers. A relaxed and informative tour of the island's historic district is the 30-minute ride with the Old Towne Carriage Company in horse-drawn carriages.

Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the Amelia Island golf courses which incorporate the island's natural attractions into the course layouts. 

Being a beachfront town, Amelia Island has plenty of aquatic activities such as deep-sea fishing charters, party-boat excursions, dolphin spotting, sightseeing cruises and kayaking. If getting out on the water is your preferred way to spend a great vacation, then Amelia Island is the place to be.

Amelia Island is also a gateway to Cumberland Island, a designated National Seashore and thus protected from further development.

Visitor numbers are limited to ensure a preserved environment for the island's wild horses, bobcat, deer, armadillos, wild boars and birdlife.

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