The Best of Jacksonville
While Yellow Bluff Landing offers a rich, nurturing lifestyle complete with family-friendly amenities, you can also explore exciting outdoor adventures right outside your front door. Enjoy fabulous fishing, kayaking, canoeing and other activities at the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, Little Talbot Island State Park, or any of the other 111,600 acres of natural parks and preserves throughout the city. And when you need to unwind, take a romantic stroll along Huguenot Park, one of the most beautiful beaches in Florida—or dock your boat at the Metropolitan Park Marina for a dazzling, waterfront fireworks display during one of Jacksonville's many festivals and celebrations.
As a vibrant and growing city, Jacksonville is also a lively scene for dining, shopping, arts and entertainment. Just 5 minutes away you'll find the River City Marketplace, a spacious outdoor shopping plaza featuring over 100 major retailers. From there, head downtown and explore a variety of unique stores, from vintage and antique shops in the eclectic Five Points, to the chic, trendy boutiques in Avondale.
The whole family will enjoy browsing the farmers markets sprouting up in neighborhoods all around the city. The newly opened Riverside Arts Market features local and organic produce, fresh baked goods, and arts and crafts from local artists every Saturday. Once you've finished sampling and shopping, you'll want to linger and enjoy the colorful procession of jugglers, magicians and other performers along the street.
Jacksonville is also a delight for diners, serving up an eclectic array of Southern fare, fresh seafood and international cuisine. You can find charming, local flavors in every corner of downtown, from classic barbeque joints to trendy diners and eateries. Settle in for a quiet dinner with view of the skyline at a romantic restaurant on the St Johns River, or enjoy a night with friends at one of the many hip restaurants downtown.
Yellow Bluff Landing also offers easy access to Jacksonville's best public education, with a brand new elementary school and middle school nearby. In 2008, 25 Duval County public schools were named Five Star Schools by the Florida Department of Education for superior parent/community engagement. Duval County also proudly boasts five of the nation's best high schools, showcasing Jacksonville's commitment to student education and achievement.
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