Michelle & Chris
Amelia Island Fun Facts & Things To Do!
Omni Resort Map
There are lots of places to eat and things to do at the Omni resort. Transportation around the resort is complimentary and you can see the stops on the map as well as points of interest.
Fort Clinch State Park Main Entrance
• 1,086 acres outpost of pristine beaches, nature trails and salt marshes • Civil War fort with interpreters • Candlelight tours available. • 11 miles of paved and unpaved biking trails
Egan's Creek Greenway Trail
This is a designated stop on the Great Florida Birding Trail and also designated into the state system of Greenways and Trails. Consisting of over 300 acres of protected lands, the natural setting, with its habitat and grass-covered trails is ideal for hiking, biking, dog walking, wildlife and nature observation and photography.
Historic Tours
Amelia Island Museum Florida's only oral history museum. Tours 11a.m. and 2 p.m. daily 904-261-7378 Historic Area Walking Tours Conducted by the Museum. Walking or driving, three different tours available. Call for availability 904-261-7378 Bosque Bello Cemetary Guarded by sprawling oaks and ancient cedar soldier rest from Napoleon's army, revolutionary, Spanish and civil wars. https://www.fbfl.us/276/Bosque-Bello-Cemetery 904-477-8900 Amelia Carriage Tours Horse- drawn carriage tours through the historic district of Fernandina Beach 904-277-1555.
Golf
The Golf Club of Amelia Island This 18 hole Championship course designed by Mark McCumber and Gene Littler is located at the Ritz Carlton. 904-277-8015 Amelia Island Golf Course Features the Ocean Links course and the Oaks Marsh course, recently featured on the Golf Channel's Big Break. Both courses are located at the Omni Plantation and are available to the public. 904-261-6161 or 904-277-5907 The Golf Club at North Hampton An Arnold Palmer signature course! Carved out of piney woods and molded to look like Irish and Scottish links. Breath taking elevation changes, gleaming white sands, and crystal blue water. 904-548-0000. Fernandina Beach Golf Club An excellent public course, it features 27 holes, three different nine hole courses, each with a different “feel”. 904-277-7370. Amelia River Golf Links on Amelia Island This par – 72 course was designed by Tom Jackson. The finishing hole has a breathtaking view overlooking the Amelia River, Intracoastal Waterway. 904-491-8500.
Tennis
Public Courts located around the corner from the Elizabeth Pointe Lodge at Central Park, on Atlantic Avenue.
Horseback Riding
Kelly Sea Horse Ranch Horseback riding on the beach. Experienced staff, gentle, well-trained horses. No experience necessary. 904-491-5166 Happy Trails Horseback riding on the beach. Novice or experienced riders. Also Tennessee walking horses. Please call for availability 904-557-3126
Hiking
Numerous hiking opportunities available at our local state parks; Fort Clinch, Big Talbot, Little Talbot among others. Maps are available at the parks.
Eco-Tours on Segway
Explore Amelia's beautiful sister islands: Fort George + Little Talbot Island state parks. Fun & Easy to do! Reservations at Kayak Amelia 904-251-0016 or www.kayakamelia.com.
Fishing
Miss Kayla Specializing in catching big fish offshore and inshore. 904-277-4787 Rappi Charters Personalized fishing adventures, from novice to expert. 904-277-0775 Fishtown Charters at Amelia Inshore and offshore fishing. Learn how to fish Amelia's waters, your boat or theirs! 904-277-0757 Fly Fishing Adventures With Orvis endorsed guide Captain Russell Tharin. Specializing in shallow water sight fishing for Redfish year round on the pristine flats of Amelia Island. Available year round! For more info, call 904-491-4799 AAA Charters Customized fishing charter both in-shore and offshore. Specialty Nature Cruises also available. 904-277-2086 Captain Lawrence Piper Captain Lawrence Piper will provide professional service while fishing the beautiful inshore waters in the backcountry of Amelia Island. Fish for Seatrout, Redfish, Flounder and Drum using light tackle while seeing Dolphin, Manatee, Ospery and Sea Otters. Visit www.theanglersmark.com or call 904-557-1027.
Kayaking and Specialty Cruises
Amelia Island Kayak Excursions Explore the natural beauty of paddling inland waters. Both on & off Island tours are available. Call for prices and availability. 904-557-5307 or www.ameliaislandkayak.com Kayak Amelia Explore tranquil inland marshes and creeks by kayak. Guided trips include instruction and equipment, no experience necessary. 888-30-KAYAK Amelia River Cruises Narrated tours along the scenic waterways of Amelia Island, Florida and Cumberland Island, Georgia! 904-261-9972
David's Restaurant & Lounge
At David’s Restaurant we serve the finest seafood and meats available on Amelia Island. Our mouthwatering menu features a wide selection of delicious entrees such as Filet Oscar, Prime Rib, Rack of Lamb, Grilled Prime Rib Eye, & Prime New York Strip Steak Special. On the Sea side Dover Sole, Truffle Scallops & our Signature Dish Seafood Risotto. Attire: Sophisticated casual in the dining room, casual seating is available in the lounge. Our lounge is pleased to specialize in the finest wines, liquors and cocktails, as well as offering live music Friday and Saturday Nights in the lounge.
Espana
Specializing in traditional flavors from Spain & Portugal. Espana’s is located in historic downtown Fernandina Beach, FL. Choose to dine in our cozy main dining room, enclosed patio dining room or in our lush outdoor garden.
29 South
29 South is a chic, neighborhood bistro perfect for dates, a quick bite or a casual dinner with old friends and family. There are small plates from around the world for sharing, as well as grilled pizza, sandwiches, creative entrees and nightly specials using the freshest ingredients sourced from local fisherman, farms and our own onsite garden.
Joe's 2nd Street Bistro
Diverse dinner menu featuring creative specials and local seafood. Intimate dining rooms to their New Orleans’s inspired courtyard.
Bar Zin
My original concept was going to be a wine bar with a tapas food menu but when I discovered the Palmetto Walk site, that all changed. This location set up perfectly for a quaint little neighborhood American bistro which meant the food menu would take top billing and the wine bar would be an extension of the restaurant.
Le Clos
Sophisticated French dishes with a focus on seafood, presented in a candlelit, cozy cottage.
Cia Italian Eatery
Ciao Bistro is an awarding winning Italian restaurant located in beautiful downtown Fernandina Beach. All of our food is made from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. Our Owners Luca and Kim bring to them original Family Italian recipes from southern France and Italy. Luca and Kim started their extensive cooking experience at Five Star New York City restaurants and eventually moved to Amelia Island where they worked at the Ritz Carleton Resort and Hotel.