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Atlantic Beach, Jacksonville

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#2 of 15 in Outdoors in Jacksonville
Beach Nature / Park
Let the white sand gather beneath your toes at Atlantic Beach. The wide, flat beach offers plenty of room for lounging and watching the water. Some sections of beach have waves strong enough for surfing, while others remain calm enough to allow kayak tours of the coast. Take a short walk through the long grasses just up from the beach to reach trendy shops and restaurants. Add Atlantic Beach to your Jacksonville travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Jacksonville itinerary planner.
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  • August 1, 2017
    Such an amazing piece of paradise! The shops here are awesome, and the people friendly. Just sit back and enjoy that ocean air, and when you get to hot... hop into that wonderful Atlantic ocean. Searc...  more »
  • July 26, 2017
    This is one of my favorite spots on the beach. There are quaint shops like Bali, where you will find an eclectic variety of imports from, well, Bali! The owner makes a few trips a year specifically to...  more »
  • July 26, 2017
    Beautiful beach with a boardwalk. Actually it appears that Jacksonville, Neptune and Atlantic Beach all seem to run into one another so perhaps they share boardwalks. The sand here is sugary white and...  more »
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Where to stay in Jacksonville

Accommodations are spread out across Jacksonville and mainly consist of large hotels. For a more scenic stay, consider a hotel on the riverfront or the coast. Beachside accommodations provide the added benefit of being in a much quieter and slower-paced part of the city, but you are farther away from the majority of the city's cultural attractions. If you are planning a longer stay, consider a vacation rental with a kitchen to help ease food costs. These rentals are frequently located in residential neighborhoods.
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