Discover Amelia Island FL

Amelia Island FL is a gem of top-rated beaches, golf courses, and historical attractions.

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This large island is consistently ranked among the top beaches in Florida. With a rich history including French, Spanish, and British influences, this exquisite spot offers an array of historic, natural, and cultural attractions, including the bustling downtown area of historic Fernandina Beach.

Whether you tour the island by bike, horseback, or bi-plane, you're sure to enjoy the scenery, even if you just spend your days on the beach or on one of the famed golf courses. Amelia is a world unto itself, with annual festivals of all sorts and accommodations for all tastes, from a four-diamond resort to a cozy bed-and-breakfast to long-term villa rentals.

Read on, or click a link below to take you straight to where you want to go to learn about the island's hotels, restaurants, activities, and much more!

The island's 13 miles of pristine beaches have the characteristic firm-packed sand found on all the sea islands, making it ideal for relaxing, jogging, and biking as well as for toddlers who have difficultly walking in loose, deep sand. Sea shells are also plentiful on Amelia's beach.

As you traverse the island, keep an eye out for the blue and white signs indicating beach access points, many of which are found right along South Fletcher (highway A1A).

Travel to Amelia Island

By Air:

The island is a 45 minute drive from downtown Jacksonville, and 29 miles from Jacksonville International Airport (airport code JIA).

Private and corporate aircraft charters can fly directly to Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport located 3 miles south of downtown Fernandina Beach.

By Land:

From the south, take A1A north of Jacksonville to the Mayport auto ferry, which transports visitors over the St. John's River. Alternatively, you can take A1A north to J. Turner Butler Blvd., then north on 105 over the Dames Point Bridge. Both options continue on A1A north, over Big and Little Talbot Islands onto Amelia.

From I-95, take Exit 373, turn east onto A1A, drive 15 miles and cross the Intracoastal Waterway onto the island.

By Sea:

The island is accessible by boat via the Intracoastal Waterway. Boaters can stay at the Fernandina Harbor Marina at the end of Centre Street near downtown Fernandina, the Amelia Island Yacht Basin on the Amelia River, Tiger Point Marina on Egan's Creek, or the 14th Street Marina (Olde Towne Marina).

Amelia Island is an explorers paradise. Its historical attractions and diverse cultural influences blend with pristine beaches and lush coastal beauty. From shopping and dining to touring the island via bi-plane or horseback, you're sure to find your perfect Amelia Island vacation!