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Walkable historic districts, with unique shopping and dining options.
Stroll through the charming tree-lined streets of historic Riverside Avondale for fabulous dining, antique shopping, fun bars and trendy boutiques. View the world-class art collection at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and don't miss the exciting 5 Points area for dining and shopping options with a hip, local twist. Go Tuk’n partners with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) to offer pay-to-ride shuttle service in the Riverside Avondale.
Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, Riverside is one of Jacksonville’s oldest and coolest neighborhoods. Voted as one of the country’s top 10 Great Neighborhoods, Riverside Avondale has a unique mix of history, culture, charm, and modern design. Learn more through Riverside Avondale Preservation.
This is a hip part of town with a young population. Million-dollar waterfront homes and upscale apartment buildings are the norm, but there is nothing pretentious about the area. Instead, the vibe is that of community, urban living, and keeping it local. The world-class Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens is also located in this neighborhood.
These historic neighborhoods are putting Jacksonville’s culinary scene on the national map. After a day of shopping, relax and unwind with a cup of coffee at BREW, glass of wine at Prospect, or a refreshing champagne pop at Rootdown. Refuel and enjoy a meal at any one of the locally owned restaurants including Hoptinger, Taqueria Cinco and Mossfire Grill. Don’t miss River & Post for great cocktails at two of the hottest rooftop bars in Jacksonville. While visiting, be sure to indulge in some of the city’s best restaurants located in the eclectic 5 Points District, on King Street, and in the Shops of Avondale. Don’t miss Hawkers, Corner Taco, 13 Gypsies, Carmines Pie House, Cuisine 76, The Brick, Orsay, Biscottis or The Fox.
After a long day there is nothing more satisfying than sitting down at a local #OnlyinJax bar and sipping on a hand-crafted beverage.
Riverside's funky, trendy 5 Points is considered Jacksonville's arts and commerce district. Built in the 1930s as Jacksonville's first shopping area outside of Downtown, it continues to thrive. Perhaps nothing embodies 5 Points more than the eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, boutiques and vintage, antiques, collectibles, odds & ends to be found at 5 Points Vintage or Fans and Stoves. Looking for a unique gift? Gloss Goods offers a selection of hard-to-find apothecary and limited-run jewelry. Stop into Violet, Wolfgang, and Edge City to cruise the racks for the latest styles.
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