Neptune Beach, Florida’s Amelia Island

Hotel Accommodations Historic Fernandina Beach Clinch State Park Island History Museum

Home to Florida’s popular city of Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island is a top vacation destination for history lovers, nature lovers and couples looking for a serene location for a romantic getaway. This historic island community is known as the "Isle of Eight Flags” because of its rich history and the eight different countries that have held the island since its discovery in 1562. Amelia Island offers a quiet retreat from the daily grind with historic buildings, quiet country lanes, fun events like the Eight Flags Shrimp Festival, the Amelia Island Jazz Festival and the Concours d’Elegance.

About Historic Fernandina Beach. Fernandina Beach is a historic Victorian seaport town located on beautiful Amelia Island. This vibrant community offers a variety of interesting cultural events, outdoor activities, historical buildings and landmarks, a marina, and a golf course. The city’s historic district is a charming reminder of the past, offering 50-blocks of historic buildings dating back to the 19th century, including picturesque cottages and impressive Victorian mansions. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the eclectic mix of shops, boutiques and galleries, and the city also abounds with restaurants offering a good mix of dining options. [Top]

Fort Clinch State Park. Opened as a state park in 1935, Fort Clinch is a well-preserved example of 19th century U.S. military forts, hosting military troops from 1847 until 1898. No battles were fought at Fort Clinch, but the site was used as the base of Union operations in the area throughout the Civil War and was placed on caretaker status until it was abandoned after the Spanish-American war. Today, the fort is open to the public, offering daily tours and a variety of actors portraying daily life as it was at the time the fort was in use. The park surrounding Fort Clinch is a popular visitor destination, offering beaches, swimming, fishing piers, hiking, biking, camping, and more. [Top]

Amelia Island History Museum. Located in the historic Nassau County Jail building, the Amelia Island History Museum highlights the history of Fernandina Beach and other areas of Amelia Island through a variety of exhibits, historical objects and archaeological discoveries. A highlight of the museum is its docents, who guide visitors through the museum and offer fascinating performances and stories about the island’s 4,000-year history and people, from the island’s Native American inhabitants through the Civil War and today. www.ameliaislandmuseumofhistory.org [Top]

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