EXPLORE ATLANTIC BEACH AND NEPTUNE BEACH
ATLANTIC BEACH and NEPTUNE BEACH are virtually two towns in one, each with its favored beach district and both sharing its vibrant Town Center. Together these towns have approximately 5 miles of sandy beaches with multiple ocean accesses. In addition to the beach, there are sixty-five acres dedicated to parks, including the Dutton Island Preserve on the inter-coastal waterway.Jack Russell Park, one of Atlantic Beach’s most frequently used parks, rests on 12 acres and consists of a large picnic pavilion (available by reservation), tennis courts, racquetball courts, playground areas, baseball diamonds, a full basketball court, and a soccer field. Along Atlantic Beach’s northern border is Hanna Park, a magnet for surfers, beachcombers, campers, bicyclists and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.In the fabulous shared beaches Town Center, the sidewalks are made of brick pavers and bear the names of individuals, families, and businesses contributing to the town’s thriving success. With dozens of shops, taverns, and restaurants to choose from, exploring the joint downtown area of Atlantic and Neptune Beaches is a laid-back, fantastic way to spend a few hours or a few days.The beach provides the perfect back-drop for the eclectic mix of small shops and restaurants where we can beach, shop, and dine our way into the wee hours of the morning or simply rest, rejuvenate, and enjoy a truly remarkable seaside experience. If you’re interested in reading more about the recent happenings, here’s a link to our Atlantic/Neptune Beaches Journal (blog) page.
In the fabulous shared beaches Town Center, the sidewalks are made of brick pavers and bear the names of individuals, families, and businesses contributing to the town’s thriving success. With dozens of shops, taverns, and restaurants to choose from, exploring the joint downtown area of Atlantic and Neptune Beaches is a laid-back, fantastic way to spend a few hours or a few days.The beach provides the perfect back-drop for the eclectic mix of small shops and restaurants where we can beach, shop, and dine our way into the wee hours of the morning or simply rest, rejuvenate, and enjoy a truly remarkable seaside experience. If you’re interested in reading more about the recent happenings, here’s a link to our Atlantic/Neptune Beaches Journal (blog) page.
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The public beach access from the twin downtown area allows access to about 5 miles of soft, sandy beach (we favor the Lemon Street access) and although there are dozens of great places to eat, beach, and be merry here, the guacamole (prepared tableside) at Flying Iguana and the Moscow Mule specialty cocktail at Poe’s Tavern are two of our favorite ways to indulge. If you need an address to use for your GPS to bring you close to this access point use 208 Lemon Street, 32266.
Here’s one for all the John Grisham fans… In his book The Brethren, Grisham’s character Trevor not only mentions this Neptune Beach landmark by name, but the author (in a story we found by First Coast News) was said to have actually written part of the novel in the bar. Pete’s Bar has been operated by the same family for more than 80 years and in 1933 when prohibition ended, was allegedly the first business in Duval County to receive a liquor license. The drinks here are strong and you can still shoot a game of pool for .25¢ but be warned; if you have the slightest aversion to smoked-filled rooms, you may not last long enough inside this landmark to finish ordering. If you decide to check it out, the address is 117 1st St, Neptune Beach, 32266.