Located in northeastern Florida, Amelia Island offers an unspoiled setting for relaxing and rewarding getaways. Amelia Island is 13 miles long and 2 miles wide, with preserved park lands at its northern and southern tips, making up nearly 10 percent of the entire island! Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Intracoastal Waterway, strong-currented Nassau Sound and one of the East's largest and deepest inlets - Cumberland Sound - Amelia Island is edged with natural Appalachian quartz beaches and framed by sand dunes as tall as 40 feet.
Treasured for its long stretches of quiet beach, natural beauty, unique history and charming seaport character, Amelia Island is consistently ranked among the best of the best with both the island and its partners winning countless awards.
SHOPPING
Colie's & The Salty Local, Twisted Sisters, The Pearl, Lori LuLu, JJ Cooper, The Book Loft, the Spice and Tea Exchange, Pelindaba Lavender and more!
The Farmer's Market - located Downtown Fernandina on Saturdays between 9 am and 1 pm
EXPLORE
Enjoy a service (or two) at the Ritz-Carlton's spa
Amelia Island Golf Club - to secure your tee time, please call (904) 277-8015
Book a Fishing Charter
Go Horse Back Riding on the Beach
Take A River Cruise
Explore the Island on a Hobie Cat
BREWERIES
Mocama - industrial vibe and fantastic beer, make sure to order a Cosmico
First Love - a tucked away local favorite, order the hot honey pizza and try any of their incredible beers, you will not be disappointed
RESTAURANTS OFF PROPERTY
Aloha Bagel & Deli - coffee, bagels & lunch in a colorful shanty
Café Karibo - a local favorite, great fresh fare in a casual setting with a beautiful outdoor patio
David's Restaurant & Lounge- fine dining experience featuring fresh fish, mussels, shrimp, and lobster
Indigo-southern coastal cuisine
Lagniappe-Combines the traditions of the French Creole with unique twists on Southern culinary staples using only the freshest local ingredients
Leddy’s Porch - Best brunch spot in town on Saturday and Sunday mornings hosting bottomless bloody marys and mimosas
Mezcal-traditional Mexican recipes in a modern and sleek setting
Salty Pelican Bar & Grill-fresh seafood, burgers and wings. Casual restaurant with a harbor view
The Surf Restaurant & Bar-seafood, burgers and tacos with a view of the ocean
Timoti’s - another local favorite serving up wild caught seafood served outside at picnic tables complete with a playground for the kids.
RESTAURANTS ON PROPERTY AT THE RITZ-CARLTON
Coast - coastal casual cuisine. Check out the outdoor terrace that showcases the beauty of Amelia Island
Coquina - inspired by the island's time as a spanish territory featuring ceviche, tapas & sangrias overlooking the ocean
First Drop - coffee, breakfast, lunch & carry away items
Salt - signature seafood restaurant where food is carefully seasoned and artfully presented. More than 40 salts from around the world add depth to each dish
The Lobby Bar - sushi, unique charcuterie boards, custom infusions and expert mixology. Be sure to ask for the signature Old Fashioned (smokes elaborately) or the First Call (small batch bourbon made in-house)
Tidewater Grill - casual dinner