Where to Celebrate Fourth of July on Amelia Island, Florida

If you'll be settling into Northern Florida over Fourth of July weekend, staying at a resort on Amelia Island is a great opportunity for Independence Day celebrations! Amelia Island offers plenty of natural state parks, sandy beaches, and lush woods ready for exploration. Over Fourth of July, this is the spot to take in an ecotour by day and enjoy a fireworks extravaganza at night!

You'll discover old-town charm and elegance amongst the natural setting. Each resort sits on the edge of the beachfront for gorgeous views of the area. Amelia Island Plantation resort has become a top travel destination for travelers for decades, but there are many boutique hotels, bed and breakfasts, and luxury accommodations on this coastal town. Here are the scheduled celebrations in the area:

The Ritz Carlton on Amelia Island will host a July 4^th Beach Bash with fireworks, movies on the beach, crab races, and an animal show. A twilight pirate treasure hunt and kite flying are a few more fun activities to take in over Fourth of July weekend at this luxury hotel. If you're interested in a little seaside excursions, take part in some shark tooth hunting, crab races, or surf lessons. Call (904) 277-1100 for more information.

The Amelia Island Plantation resort offers a 4^th of July Red, White & Blue sale with 15% off all merchandise in its signature shops and merchant arenas. The resort is home to a beautiful spa and unique boutique shops on the boardwalk. A special offer for shopaholics runs through the month of July; spend $100 or more and you'll take home a Caribbean Breeze Sun Care Gift bag too. The Plantation is the perfect spot to take in some Fourth of July fireworks from your balcony overlooking the Atlantic! Call (888) 261-6161 for reservations.