Seeing both the old and new on Amelia Island was very pleasant. The shops are unique and the eateries are good. I'd go back any time I could.

We visited the Historic District, home to over 400 historic buildings, three times during our stay on Amelia Island and loved it. A canopy of trees adds to the quaintness of Centre Street which is laden with restaurants (we enjoyed Tasty's and The Happy Tomato), shops, and benches for resting and enjoying the charm of the area. Be sure to... More

It's a typical tourist district with plenty of shops featuring local art, gifts, clothing, jewelry and souvenirs. Plenty of good food, pubs, and bistros that provide everything you could want for an entertaining afternoon/evening stroll. Ample free parking and easy access is a definite plus!

We enjoyed lunch in the Historic district and walked around, visiting the many boutiques and specialty stores. It was the perfect day and a great afternoon. We so enjoyed the area and cannot wait to visit again.

Historic area was a delight. Shops were expensive as most tourist shops tend to be so this was no surprise. Restaurant (which I can not remember the name but was Italian) was excellent.

Far from the maddening crowds...but still in Florida, that's the reality of Amelia Island, a small N/E coastal community just south of the Georgia border on Hwy A1A. My wife and I went in October 2012 and a visit to the main town of Fernandina Beach is like turning back the clock 150 years or more. The "Old Town" was... More

A one of a kind destination for those that love great architecture,food,music and of course the fabulous beach.

What an amazing history this town has, and it lives up to being a great tourist attraction with lots of shops, great architecture and many many good restaurants. Start at the Visitor Center (in the old railroad depot) at the end of Center street and ask them how to be sure to go on Michael's trolley tour. Some locals steered... More

We still attend church in Fernandina Beach, and St Peter's is in the Amelia Island Historic District. Very small district, but packer full of options.