American Beach Travel Guide

Jacksonville

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Stay near popular American Beach attractions

Spanish Quarter Village

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Spanish Quarter Village during your travels in Fernandina Beach. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.
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Things to do

Jellyfish found on Beach

Kid-Friendly Beach Rides

฿1,643
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kid-Friendly Beach Rides
Eight Flags Road Tour

Eight Flags Road Tour

฿1,975
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Eight Flags Road Tour
90 Minute Self-Guided Arcimoto FUV Adventure

90 Minute Self-Guided Arcimoto FUV Adventure

฿5,256
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Self-Guided Arcimoto FUV Adventure
CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach

CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach

฿4,853
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach
Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure

Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure

฿2,008
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure
Amelia Island Floating Tiki Boat Cruise with BYOB Option

Amelia Island Floating Tiki Boat Cruise with BYOB Option

฿2,878
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Amelia Island Floating Tiki Boat Cruise with BYOB Option
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Where to stay in American Beach

Find the best American Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city skyline with modern skyscrapers, a prominent Wells Fargo building, and a blue bridge over a river.
Photo by Ryan Ketterman
Open Photo by Ryan Ketterman

Downtown Jacksonville

Florida Theatre and VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena are top sights in Downtown Jacksonville, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Riverplace Station or Kings Avenue Station to see more sights in the area.

Oceanfront

While visiting Oceanfront, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanfront Park and Northeast Florida Beaches.

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Amelia City

While visiting Amelia City, you might make a stop by sights like American Beach and Fernandina Beach.

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Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

A golf course with a pond, trees, and buildings in the background.

Sawgrass

Beaches and riverfront are just a few things travellers like about Sawgrass. A stop by Mickler Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

American Beach Travel Guide