Private Tour
Downtown Fernandina Historical Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
In Fernandina there is so many beautiful houses that are overlooked because people do not know the stories that go along with the homes. On our tour we will talk about a handful of the people that lived in these homes that will help to paint a story that goes along with these homes. Also, we discuss why pirates were so attracted to our island during the piracy golden age. There is so much history to discuss you will feel lie you are traveling through time as you walk our historical streets as you listen to your tour guide.
We look forward to seeing you in Fernandina exploring our ancient streets.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
In Fernandina the history can be a little unlike any other history in America. We pride ourselves in having eight separate flags that flew over our island in a short period of 300 years. Many king of the mountain types came here in hopes of conquering our island. The question is why would so many different people groups choose Fernandina over other parts of North America? In our tour we will discuss all of these mysteries along with exploring the streets and homes that were built just prior to and after the Civil War.
What‘s Included
English guide
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Downtown Fernandina Historical Walking Tour
Reviews
119 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Restaurant scene
frankgC1127XG,,Feb 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visit so many Florida small towns, non are like Fernandina Beach Florida. So many are disappointing. Fernandina is a great town on Beautiful Amelia Island Florida. The best restaurants in North Florida too! Nicest locals and great weather.
History breathes life into an area
Daniel S,,Nov 11, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We have been to Fernandina Beach many times and admired the town and historic homes, but the opportunity to know some of the history behind the town helps to understand the importance of certain buildings and houses as well as the military and pirate activity in the area. All very interesting, the tour is well worth it.
Thanks for the history of Amelia Island!
N6135ZAkathleenm,,Oct 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a tour! Tim was excellent, knowledgeable and charismatic. We had a woman in a wheelchair with us and he was so attentive to her needs why we were walking. I highly recommend this tour while on the island, you learn so much history from Tim.
Our guide Tim kept the energy going!
irinat416,,Oct 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tim was amazing! He showed so much energy and knowledge! He was very engaging throughout the two-hour tour and he shared very insightful observations together with the interesting historical facts about the area. Tim has a great sense of humor too! (be prepared to bring water and wear sunscreen if your tour is during the summer months, there were no bathroom breaks, wear comfortable shoes as there is some walking and a lot of standing)
Very satisfied
S1624NKlindak,,Sep 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Timothy was great. He was there 5 minutes earl thoroughly explained the history of Amelia Island and showed us all the important sites.
Great tour - you will enjoy it!
Kristyn S,,Sep 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I took the tour this morning with Timothy. It was a small group - us plus 3 other people. Excellent tour, tons on information with some humor added in. Easily walkable for most people. Would recommend this tour if you would like to learn some history of the island.
Very informative
lightningfan1,,Sep 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The walking tour with Timothy was very good. We learned a lot about the history of Amelia Island and got to see a lot of historic buildings and homes. Things that we would not even have seen or known existed without taking the tour. We would recommend this to anyone, perhaps maybe not with small children as it is a lengthy walk and it is Florida so it is hot and humid. Bring a water bottle. If I could give one suggestion it would be to see if Timothy could take the tour inside at least 1 building to see some of what he describes from the outside. Many places are residential now so I get it that it would be difficult, but I would love to see the inside of like the post office or one of the old churches or something. All in all, my wife and I enjoyed it and were glad we did it. Get out there people and learn some history!! Thanks again Timothy.
Downtown History
Inspire15370214591,,Sep 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tim was very knowledgeable, and even threw some humor in the mix! Excellent tour to learn some of the rich history here. Don't hesitate to book, you won't regret it.
Excellent Tour
Storyteller323595,,Sep 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Timothy provided an extremely informative and entertaining tour. So much history I wasn’t aware of and he made it come alive. Definitely recommended, there is a lot to learn about this Island.
Decent Tour
Darla777,,Aug 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The tour guy was knowledgeable, but too many "ghost" stories, we went on the tour to learn more about the history of the area, homes, etc. We finally said we were not interested in hearing anymore "ghost" tales. On another note, he was knowledgeable and showed us quite a few homes and provided the background/history.
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