American Beach Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit American Beach
Popular places to visit
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.
St. Johns Town Center
With a visit to St. Johns Town Center, a favourite shopping spot in Jacksonville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station
After visiting Jacksonville Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mayo Clinic Florida
If Mayo Clinic Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
Mayport Naval Station
Mayport Naval Station is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
TPC Sawgrass
Enjoy a round of golf in Ponte Vedra Beach at TPC Sawgrass. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach
Guided Kayak Eco Tour: Real Florida Adventure
Downtown Fernandina Historical Walking Tour
Guided Arcimoto FUV Tour on Amelia Island
Ride the Waves 2 Hour Scenic Jet Ski Tour in Amelia Island
Amelia Sunset Paddle at Talbot Islands State Park
Our pick of the best American Beach Hotel Deals
Amazing Beach Retreat "Oceanwalk"
Host was very responsive, prime location, very well stocked. House is beautiful, but needs a little tender love and care. It was a great vacation. The only negative was the handicap restroom the shower is NOT zero entry as i was told and the beds are very comfortable, but too high for someone in ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG
Didn’t use shuttle
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
I didn’t have an ocean view
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport
Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island by IHG
Nice location to where I needed to get to and the place felt safe and clean and great staff!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
Walls were thin, could hear fighting/snoring/dog barking in other rooms, outdoor traffic. Breakfast was very good, one of the few highlights. Bed saggy. Key cards were incorrectly deactivated TWICE during a 5-night stay, necessitating extra trips to the Front Desk so we could get into our room. Housekeeping ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around American Beach
Amelia City
While visiting Amelia City, you might make a stop by sights like American Beach and Fernandina Beach.
Ocean Cay
While Ocean Cay may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Amelia Island Lighthouse and Amelia Island Museum of History.
Fernandina Beach Historic District
The stunning beaches and island views are just a few highlights of Fernandina Beach Historic District. Make a stop by Blue Door Artists or Island Art Association Gallery while you're exploring the area.
Northside
While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and Anheuser-Busch Brewery.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Golden Glades - The Woods
While Golden Glades - The Woods isn't home to many top sights, St. Johns Town Center and Windsor Parke Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
