The downtown historic district of Fernandina Beach, a 50-block section surrounding Centre St., is an attractive and popular gingerbread seaport dating from the 1850s, when Florida’s first cross-state railroad ran from Fernandina to Cedar Key. The area is listed on the National Historic Register and the historic district features beautiful architecture, boutique shops and a variety of dining options, making this a wonderful cruising stopover. Provisions and supplies within an easy walk of the marina area and waterfront including Amelia Island Paint, Hardware & Marine Supply, which offers a good selection of hardware and boating staples at 516 Ash St. (904-261-6604).