Family Attractions at Amelia Island, Florida

Amelia Island Museum of History

• Aside from the setting, Amelia Island has historical significance dating back to colonial times and the earlier Native American inhabitants. Learn about the island's past at the Amelia Island Museum of History, which has a number of permanent exhibits featuring centuries-old artifacts and work. The museum also offers entertaining activities for families, such as the Ghost Walking tour, where a guide leads groups around the local graveyard while sharing local ghost stories. Historically themed birthday parties can also be arranged for children with options that range from Victorian tea parties to Native American pottery parties.

  Amelia Island Museum of History

  233 S 3rd St

  Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

  904-261-7378

  ameliamuseum.org

Fort Clinch State Park

• State parks are often full of family-centered activities, and the Fort Clinch State Park at Amelia Island is no exception. Aside from the stretch of beaches that offer ocean swimming, the park provides ample ground for picnics as well as full camping facilities, including electric hook-ups and fire rings. Wildlife viewing, which can be enjoyed along many of the hiking trails or bicycle paths, is one of the park's main attractions. Families with dogs are also welcome.

  Fort Clinch State Park

  2601 Atlantic Ave

  Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

  904-277-7274

  floridastateparks.org

Island Falls Miniature Golf

• Island Falls Golf uses the slogan "Amelia Island's Family Attraction." While most miniature courses are imaginative, Island Falls is downright elaborate, with a series of waterfalls, bridges and tunnels that fit in with the coastal setting. The course also offers an old-fashioned snack bar with ice cream, soda pop and an array of candy. Island Falls is open year-round with shortened hours in the winter.

  Island Falls Golf

  550 Sadler Rd

  Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

  904) 261-7881

  islandfallsgolf.com

Amelia River Cruises & Cumberland Sound Ferry Service

• The Amelia River Cruises & Cumberland Sound Ferry Service take you on a tour of the surrounding waters, observing the dolphins, manatees and sea turtles while making stops at such places as Cumberland island, where wild horses roam free. The tour has many historical stops as well, from old Civil War fortresses to antebellum mansions once used in the War of 1812.

  Amelia River Cruises & Cumberland Sound Ferry Service

  1 North Front Street

  Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

  904-261-9972

  ameliarivercruises.com‎