Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
904-261-7378;
www.ameliamuseum.org
;
233 S 3rd St; adult/student $7/4;
10am-4pm Mon-Sat,
1-4pm Sun)
Housed in the former city jail (1879-1975), Florida's only oral-history museum has tiny
but informative exhibits exploring Native American history, the Spanish Mission period,
the Civil War and historic preservation. A variety of tours are available, including the
eight-flags tour (11am and 2pm Monday to Saturday and 2pm Sunday), providing lively
interpretations of the island's fascinating history, and architecture tours, pub crawls and
cell-phone walking tours ($5).
Kelly Seahorse Ranch
HORSEBACK RIDING
(
904-491-5166;
www.kellyranchinc.net
;
7500 1st Coast Hwy; 1hr rides $70;
10am, noon, 2pm &
4pm)
This working ranch leads gentle beachside horseback-riding tours, suitable for new riders;
call in advance for longer and more challenging trips. You don't need prior riding experi-
ence, but children must be at least 13 years old.
Egan's Creek Greenway
WALKING
( 904-310-3363; 2500 Atlantic Ave)
A network of grassy trails covering over 300 acres, the Egan's Creek Greenway is the per-
fect place to spot alligators, snakes, bobcats and countless species of birds. Interpretive
displays line the trails. Well soled, covered footwear is recommended.
Pipeline Surf Shop
SURFING
( 904-277-3717;
www.pipelinesurfshop.com
;
2022 1st Ave; rentals from $35; 9am-6pm)
From fall through spring when nor'easters bluster through, surfable beach breaks are com-
mon, especially at Main Beach. Pipeline rents all kinds of boards and wetsuits, and gives
surf lessons from beginner to advanced. It even runs SUP yoga classes: yoga on stand-up
paddle boards!
Tours
Amelia River Cruises
BOAT TOUR
