Eight Flags Road Tour: Discover Amelia Island's Rich History

Embark on the Eight Flags Road Tour and discover the rich history of Amelia Island, the only location in America to have flown 8 independent flags. Uncover the stories of religious struggle, the Revolutionary War, smugglers, slave traders, and pirates that have shaped this island’s growth and its impact on American history.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Amelia Island - The eight flags tour takes you on a historical journey through all of the locations that those flags have flown over the islands incredible history. The only location in America to have had this number of independent flags. You will travel through the historic downtown district and out to the original Fernandina. On our journey we…
What's Included
  • Bottled water provided
  • Air-conditioned transport
Additional Information

Amelia Island, abundant with deep-rooted history, is the unique place across the United States to have raised 8 autonomous flags. Its profound historical richness transports us across time, starting from the early life of the Timucuan Indians, our initial settlers dating back to 2000 BC. The sequence of flags narrate a saga of spiritual conflict and…

Location
Amelia Island Historic Tours
North Front Street
Curbside at Lot A by the marina, across the railroad tracks from the Salty Pelican Bar and Grill. Look for our 'HISTORIC TOUR STOP' sign!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Faraway769205
Oct 21, 2024
Don't Miss This Tour! - Kevin was amazing with everything. He helped on the phone prior to our arrival on the island. His history knowledge is encyclopedic, the van is very comfortable, the audio system is superior. Our group of four will recommend this tour to everyone.
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Sharonv140
Sep 26, 2024
BEST historical tour EVER - It was the BEST historical tour we’ve ever been on!!! Daniel, our wonderful Irish guide, was so knowledgeable and told the history the only way an Irishman can; with humor. The van was extremely comfortable and really enjoyed having only 6 people aboard. Gave us time to ask questions. Absolutely a must experience while on Amelia island
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Devonne_g
Sep 26, 2024
My Husband’s Birthday in Amelia Island - The tour was very info. The tour guide was personable, knowledgeable and he just kept us laughing😊.
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Mdmike9702
Sep 24, 2024
One of the Best Tours we’ve ever taken!! - We did the Eight Flags Tour and the Golden Age Tour back to back and loved them both. We had already visited St. Augustine, Fort Clinch, and the Amelia Island Museum and had taken the Craig Cats to Cumberland Island so we already had good island overview. Eight Flags is NOT an island overview but rather an in depth tour of the events and people that made up the history behind the 8 flags that have flown over this area. The Golden Age or Guilded Age was an amazing tour if you have an interest in the homes & architecture from this era ….of the Vanderbilts’, Carnegies’, etc …similar to Newport, RI. We thought we knew a lot but Daniel taught us amazing amount of history and helped really link many historical events for us. We had adult beverages for both tours as well as water which always makes the experience more relaxed. It was a private tour with my wife and I. We think that some people may have been leaving Amelia because of the approaching Hurricane. I never looked at my watch during either tour as we were both captivated during the entire duration of both tours. It was a Wonderful afternoon that we spent with Daniel. We highly recommend both tours. If you want an Island Overview Tour, then go to AIHT’s Custom tour section.
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Touringtwotimers
Sep 14, 2024
Great , worthwhile experience. - The tour was excellent,very informative. Daniel was energized and enthusiastic in his presentation of the facts. I would recommend this tour and especially Daniel to anyone visiting Amelia island.
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Loritr1013fz
Sep 8, 2024
Amazing tour!! - I already gave a review but this tour deserves it twice!! So much great information you can’t get anywhere but in this personalized tour from Daniel. You’ll get all the inside scoop on the history of this amazing town!! Don’t miss it!!
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Homer
Sep 5, 2024
Eight lags Fernandina tour - Daniel is an excellent tour guide very knowledgeable about history and entertaining with his information. We really enjoyed the 8 flags tour and would recommend to anyone
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Seaside21817957095
Sep 3, 2024
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide. Took his time and gave us a very good historical tour. - Really enjoyed the history and information our guide provided to us. It was a history lesson and fun. Would recommend to those wanting to know more about Fernandina than the basic information.
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Liza_e
Jul 9, 2024
Fun and Informative - We loved how the tour guide Daniel was so informative and pleasant. He had a world of information to share and made the trip very interesting and fun. We would highly recommend this tour if you are interested in knowing a lot about the culture and history of the area.
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Kellyaclark
Jul 6, 2024
8 Flags tour - covers it all - Daniel was so knowledgeable- the tour was stretched to 2 hours - well worth it- even if you have been to Amelia before and know some of the history
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From $59
up to 8 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).