Amelia Island

Overview of Amelia Island

This small island off Jacksonville is one of the most upscale tourist spots on the coast, with its beaches, restaurants, luxury boutiques, and art galleries.

Key Facts

• Type de lieu: island.

• Intérêt touristique: ★★ (worth seeing).

• Localisation:

• Heure locale: Heure : Amelia Island

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• Site internet: http://www.ameliaisland.com

History of Amelia Island

Island Environment

Wildlife and Flora

Precautions

What to See and Do on Amelia Island

Climate and Weather on Amelia Island

Transportation

Getting There

Getting Around

Accommodation

Dining

Useful Addresses

Nearby Attractions

Also worth seeing near the island:

Daytona Beach ★
On the oceanfront, it's the mecca of motorsports in the USA.

Fort Matanzas ★
This is a former Spanish fort from the mid-18th century, located south of St. Augustine. It is a designated historic monument, much like the nearby Castillo de San Marcos.

Jacksonville ★
At over 2,200 km², it is the largest municipality in the United States (excluding Alaska). Yet it is far from the most touristy.

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge ★
A vast swamp area home to numerous birds and alligators. Hiking is possible here.

St. Augustine ★★
This was the first permanent European settlement in North America. Many historical remnants from the era can still be seen here.

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