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A harbor at sunset with fishing boats docked, cranes, and a small building. 3
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By Amelia Island Historic Tours
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Overview

    • Discover the rich history of Amelia Island on a guided driving tour
    • Learn about the island's past, from the Timucuan Indians to pirates
    • Hear stories of religious struggles and the impact of the Revolutionary War
    • Explore the island's role in America's history and its unique heritage
    • See the only location in America to have flown 8 independent flags

Activity location

    • Fernandina Beach
    • Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 1 N Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA | Meet curbside on Front Street, across the railroad tracks of The Salty Pelican restaurant.
    • Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided driving tour of Amelia Island
  • Inclusions
    Historical insights
  • Inclusions
    Visit to significant historical sites
  • Inclusions
    Passionate and entertaining narrative
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Exclusions
    Transport to and from the island
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Audio recording, Bikes, Cooler, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Firework, Fishing, Food, Food and drinks, Food and drinks in the vehicle, Food in the vehicle, Glass objects, Intoxication, Jumping, Littering, Making fire, Mobility scooters, Non-folding strollers, Non-folding wheelchairs, Nudity, Oversize luggage, Pets, Red wine, Scooter, Smoking in the vehicle, Unaccompanied minors, Vaping, Weapons or sharp objects
    • Not suitable for: Children under 10 years, Hearing-impaired people, People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Discover the rich history of Amelia Island, the only location in America to have flown 8 independent flags. Learn about the Timucuan Indians, the island’s first inhabitants as far back as 2000 BC.

    Hear stories of religious struggle and persecution, the impact of Christianity, and the devastating effects of the Revolutionary War.

    Uncover tales of smugglers, slave traders, and pirates who played a part in the island’s growth.

    Take a journey through time and see how this small barrier island has had a major impact on the history of America.

Location

Activity location

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    • Fernandina Beach
    • Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 1 N Front St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA | Meet curbside on Front Street, across the railroad tracks of The Salty Pelican restaurant.
    • Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States