History meets nature at Fort Clinch State Park. Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover or a bit of both, enjoy exploring the natural and historic resources of this pristine park. Fort Clinch is a 19th-century masonry coastal fortification, built as part of the Third System of seacoast defense conceived by the United States. It is located on a peninsula near the northernmost point of Amelia Island in Nassau County, Florida. The fort lies to the northeast of Fernandina Beach at the entrance to the Cumberland Sound, in the northeast part of the state.
The Amelia Island Museum of History is located at 233 South Third Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida. It houses exhibits focusing on the history of Nassau County, Florida and is situated inside the old Nassau county jail. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 18, 2009.
The Amelia Island Light is the oldest existing lighthouse in the state of Florida in the United States. It is located near the northern end of Amelia Island in the northeastern part of the state.
Located at the end of Centre Street in Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach, The Welcome Center is in a cute refurbished train depot and is conveniently located just across from the marina . There is a comfort station next door. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and seem genuinely interested in visitors' feedback. There are plenty of maps and brochures available as well.
Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach is full of eclectic and independent shops that stretch from the harbor-front to down and around Centre Street. From restaurants, to breweries, to the Christmas Store, to antique shops, Historic Centre Street is sure to have something for you.
Fun Fact! This is the beach we went to on our very first trip to Fernandina when Jarrett was thinking of taking his job there!
Amelia Island's most well-known beachfront park offers visitors two sand volleyball courts, a playground, several picnic shelters, restroom facilities, outdoor showers, beach accesses, a multipurpose court, a skate park and a large grassy area perfect for a game of catch or when you need a little break from the sand.
RELAX AND UNWIND AT OUR SPA RESORT IN AMELIA ISLAND
From the moment you step inside The Spa at Omni Amelia Island Resort in Fernandina Beach, FL, you’ll have the opportunity to enter a relaxation area and garden, perfect for before and after your treatments. Enjoy our vast array of herbal teas and organic citrus water, then rejuvenate with our men's and women's spa treatments that include couple massages, facials and steam showers as well as our signature Quartz Sand Table massage and Tropical Blossom Ritual.
Our full-service hair and nail salon offers haircuts, hair styling, bridal party appointments, manicures, pedicures and child and teen services. You are sure to find exactly what you need for a rejuvenating experience at our Amelia Island spa resort. Whether you are a guest at the resort or a local, discover what makes us one of the best spas in Florida.