Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau
102 Centre Street, 32034
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Tranquility meets productivity on Amelia Island.
Consistently ranked in the top 10 North American Islands by the readers of Conde' Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure, Amelia Island offers 13 miles of uncrowded beaches with pristine waters and abundant wildlife with unmatched ways to explore.
Upscale resorts with world class spas, meeting facilities, championship golf and exclusive dining blend effortlessly with a captivating collection of bed and breakfast inns, boutique hotels and a historic district. Meet on Amelia Island and you'll have access to 26 square miles of a well-preserved sea island environment with a superb hospitality infrastructure that can serve all your group's needs.
Venue Details
Hotels17
Convention center80,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms3,000
Guest rooms at 1 hotel446
Special event venues-
Average room rate$299.00
Occupancy rate6%
Restaurants90
Daily food cost$132.00
Tax rate6%
Venue typeCVB
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Sep 11 - Dec 05
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Dec 06 - Dec 31Jan 01 - Mar 01
Getting Here
Amelia Island is a short thirty-minute drive from Jacksonville International Airport. Convenient transportation companies that service the airport to Amelia Island and back are abundant and wonderful to work with.
Major airlines include: Allegiant Airways, American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Silver Airways, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines, US Airways, and United Airlines.
Looking for something a little smaller and little more private? Bent Wing Flight Services at the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport offers corporate airplanes and private jets the luxury of easy landings and carefree departures. This recently updated private airport delivers a truly unforgettable travel experience.
Once you are here, traditional car and taxi services booked through your hotel or resort are the best way to continue exploring Amelia Island. But if you're looking for a more eco-friendly or health conscious style, beach cruisers, e-boards, mopeds and more are available for rent.
Distance from airport
26 mi from Jacksonville International Airport
Distance from Jacksonville International Airport airport 26 mi
2 mi from Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport
Distance from Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport airport 2 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Amelia Island Welcome Center
Historical landmark
The Amelia Island Welcome Center is open to visitors 364 days a year. Remodeled to replicate the original railroad depot that operated from 1899 to the 1930's, this unique historic landmark is a must see during your stay.
102 Centre St
Fernandina Beach, FL, US 32034
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Fernandina Beach Historic District
Business district
Found on the northern half of Amelia Island, the city of Fernandina Beach has been honored by the National Trust for its historic preservation and 50-block Historic District. The perfect location for off-site activities, whether it be a dine-around, shopping excursions, fishing charters, historic tours, team building activities or more!
Fernandina Beach, FL, US 32034
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Fort Clinch State Park
Historical landmark
Amelia Island is home to Civil War-era Fort Clinch, a great outdoor space to host an offsite function. Visit this historical landmark and step back in time to the year 1865. Explore the many rooms, galleries and grounds of the fort as you learn how the soldiers worked and lived each day. The fort is open 365 days a year from 8am - 5pm.
2601 Atlantic Ave
Fernandina Beach, FL, US 32034
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Marlin & Barrel Distillery
Shopping
Host a private tasting with your group in Amelia Island's local distillery in downtown Fernandina Beach. Handcrafted liquors include vodkas, rums, cellos, gin, and whiskey.
232 S. 8th St.
Fernandina Beach, FL, US 32034
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Historic Old Town
Park
The original location of the Town of Fernandina, Old Town was the last Spanish city platted in the Western Hemisphere in 1811. Fort Carlos once stood on the spot that is now open green space and the smallest Florida State Park. The iconic Captain's House was used in the movie "The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking" where the film was originally shot and captured.
Estrada St
Fernandina Beacch, FL, US 32034
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A.L. Lewis Museum at American Beach
Museum
American Beach was founded in 1935 by Afro-American Life Insurance Company President A.L. Lewis for "recreation and relaxation without humiliation" during the era of Jim Crow. In its heyday, American Beach drew luminaries from art, music and sports, and generations of families continue to enjoy it. The museum tells the story of this place and that of one of its most spirited advocates, MaVynee Oshun Betsch, the great-grandaughter of A. L. Lewis known as "The Beach Lady."
1600 Julia St
American Beach, FL, US 32034
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Amelia Island Museum of History
Museum
Housed in the former county jail, the museum showcases more that 4,000 years of Amelia Island history. Highlights include: the story of the Timucuan Indians, the glamour of the Golden Age, the beginnings of the modern shrimping industry, and the interactive S.S. Margery pirate ship exhibit. Tours are available for a variety of interests and age levels. Space is available for private functions.
233 S. 3rd St.
Fernandina Beach, FL, US 32034
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Amelia Community Theatre
Theater
A national award-winning theatre founded in 1981. Offers six productions each season on their main stage. The theatre is available for rental for group entertainment.
207 Cedar St
Fernandina Beach, FL, US 32034
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Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
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Diversity and Inclusion
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