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Annabelle Lee River Boat – take a wonderfully delightful tour up the historic St. John's River on this old-style paddleboat. The tourist reminiscent of the days of Mark Twain. The paddleboat is complete with an authentic shaded upper deck where tourists can view the river in the spirit of Florida's original inhabitants. Private charters can be arranges and will ushers people to and from a Jacksonville Jaguars home game.
Mayport Naval Station – this naval base is home to the some of the country's most prestigious aircraft carriers and destroyers. The second largest aircraft carrier on the East Coast offers tours of the base at no charge on the weekends. Military professionals and buffs will enjoy a visit to Mayport Naval Station.
LaCruise Casino – This Jacksonville casino cruise ship offers many tantalizing ways to try your luck. The cruise offers live entertainment and food while guests try a hand at one of the gaming tables, craps tables or slot machines. The dockside restaurant features Southern style entrees like catfish and fried chicken.
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Sticky Fingers - Escape the buzzing Atlantic Beach area at Sticky Fingers. The trendy area is filled with many restaurants, bars and shopping but this restaurant stands out among the crowd. The relaxed low-key vibe of the restaurant welcomes diners of all ages. Ribs are the house specialty and come in a variety of sauces. Try other favorite barbecued items like chicken and brisket.
Ragtime Tavern, Seafood and Grill - Live music fills the New Orleans themed Ragtime Tavern, Seafood and Grill. This microbrew tavern provides live jazz entertainment on the weekends and offers up a wonderful selection of Cajun/Creole cuisine. The interior is intimate and inviting and is a great place for you and your date to enjoy a relaxing evening.
Lighthouse Grille - Boaters and visitors will love this dockside American-style restaurant. The menu offers everything from hamburgers to fresh fish selections. Located on the Intercoastal waterway boaters are welcome to dock at one of the boat slips located on the dock. Guest will enjoy the views to behold through the many long windows that wrap around the dining area.
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Jacksonville Beach - Jacksonville beach is nestled between the Intercoastal Waterway and Atlantic ocean and offers visitors uncrowded summer fun along sugar white sandy beaches. The resort area offers many shops, family entertainment, golf courses, oceanfront hotels and art galleries. The area is also host to many festivals and special events.
Regency Square Mall- Visitors to the Regency Square Mall will enjoy more than just shopping. The mall features a move theatre, free Internet access and a two-story food court. Shop in one of the 170- shops located throughout the mall featuring everything from clothing and shoes to jewelry and personal services.
The Avenues - The Avenues features two-stories of entertainment, music, gift and fashion. The shopping complex is a collection of 160 specialty stores, department stores, and collectibles. Many special events and promotional events frequently occur in the mall including antique auctions.
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Adventure Landing – Families will enjoy spending a day at Adventure Landing. The family fun center is located between the Intercoastal Waterway and Jacksonville Beach. Here children and adults can enjoy batting cages, a waterpark, miniature golf, go-carts and laser tag. The admission to the water park is $13–$17 and all of the other attractions are pay as you play.
Jacksonville Zoological Gardens – Everything from Native Florida wildlife to African white rhinos are to be found at the Jacksonville Zoological Gardens. The zoo features thousands of animals of a wide variety of species. Visitors can enjoy an overlook area where the elephant and giraffe habits can be viewed.
Jacksonville Museum of Science and History – The Jacksonville Museum of Science and History is located on the St. John's River and is near the excitement of downtown Jacksonville. The museum is complete with a planetarium and an animal exhibit. Visitors will enjoy the many different display and exhibits on everything from marine life to local history. The Holozone is filled with interactive games and simulators.
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