Page 48 - Guest Advantage Magazine - September 2015

RIVERWALK
RIVERWALK
Jacksonville’s Southbank and Northbank Riverwalk is a popular host of the city’s riverfront. The area features a boardwalk winding through restaurants, night life, shopping, marina and pavilions. It is a great way to relax, strolling and enjoying both sides of the magnificent St. Johns River. Running through the heart of Jacksonville, the St. Johns River is the nation’s longest north-flowing river. The river is flanked on the north and south banks in downtown by the Riverwalk, consisting of stretches of wooden boardwalks and paved paths. It extends for just over 2 miles along the north and 1 mile on the south and includes benches, lighting and restrooms, which are located under the Acosta Bridge. Seafood fests, parades, and craft festivals all take place on the Riverwalk. Stroll, shop, picnic, or just watch boats cruising by.
FRIENDSHIP FOUNTAIN
With its glorious display of color and energies, Friendship Fountain on the Southbank is located on the St. Johns River next to the Museum of Science & History (MOSH). Friendship Fountain was completed in 1965. The Fountain consists of three rings of jets extending 200 feet in diameter. The 63 nozzles comprising the fountain can shoot water as high as 120 feet in the air, higher than a ten story building. When lighted at night, the colorful lighting turns the splashing waters into a playful work
of art. The park includes picnic tables, benches and parking spaces. This is a
great place to relax after a visit to MOSH. Enjoy a picnic lunch while watching boats or dolphins in the river or just taking
in the view of the beautiful city skyline. Admission is FREE.
JACKSONVILLE LANDING
This popular Northbank Riverbank entertainment venue boasts riverfront dining, unique retail shops and regularly scheduled live entertainment in the Jacksonville Landing Courtyard. “The Landing” hosts more than 500 events each year including national concerts at Mavericks and free live music at Fionn MacCool’s. Enjoy all the waterfront views while dining in the relaxing atmosphere of a terrific assortment of restaurants sure to please the most discriminating palates. There are many select shops to carry home more than just great memories.
The Landing is also home to the Jacksonville Maritime Heritage Center which showcases the maritime history of Jacksonville, Florida. Convenient parking is available. For more information,
please call (904) 353-1188 or visit JacksonvilleLanding.com
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