Amelia Island condo rentals are a great way for tourists to enjoy this area. Amelia Island is located 25 miles to Jacksonville's north on the Atlantic coast of Florida, less than 10 miles from Georgia's border. There are many entertainment options on the island from which to choose; fun festivals are hosted at different times all throughout the year to go with the other compelling attractions of the island. Something different is offered daily, ranging from parades to wine tastings and from concerts to festivals. Amelia Island also has many establishments that offer drinks and evening entertainment. Whether your idea of entertainment is an active adventure, a calm day on a golf course or drinks and live evening entertainment, Amelia Island has something in store for you.
Golf
There is no better place for golf enthusiasts to enjoy the game than on Amelia Island. You will find 117 championship caliber golf holes on the island, which includes a PGA tournament course. Each golf hole offers a different challenge for all players. Florida First Coast of Golf offers excellent golf courses and resorts. It is also home to The Players Championship, Champions Tour, The World Golf Hall of Fame and PGA Tour. Amelia River Golf Club is situated 3 miles from the main entrance of Amelia Island Plantation. It is known as one of the area's best conditioned golf courses. Stay at an Amelia Island vacation home for a wonderful golfing experience.
Palace Saloon
The Palace Saloon, located in the historic district of downtown Fernandina, is the longest running saloon in the state. It's not hard to find the Palace since outside the doors of the saloon are a life-size sculpture of a pirate. The 40-foot bar in the saloon is a wonderful historical object from the turn of the century. Surrounding the bar are mural paintings on the wall, embossed tin ceilings and mosaic tile floors. Don't forget to try "Pirate's Punch", a favorite cocktail among the locals. The Palace Saloon also has live entertainment on some evenings.
Isle of 8 Flags Shrimp Festival
The Isle of 8 Flags Shrimp Festival is the biggest annual tourism event held on the island. Held during the first weekend of May every year, the festival draws more than 100,000 tourists to the island. Visiting Amelia Island during this time will let you enjoy the amusing island festival that's held in Fernandina. This wonderful art event includes a Shrimp Festival parade, more than 300 juried art and craftsman's exhibits, live musical entertainment held at the riverfront, fireworks, food, kids' fun zone and more.
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