{"id":135,"date":"2015-07-17T14:09:00","date_gmt":"2015-07-17T14:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ultris-oakleafplantation.com\/blog\/?p=135"},"modified":"2015-07-18T03:09:14","modified_gmt":"2015-07-18T03:09:14","slug":"touristy-attractions-near-jacksonville-nas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakleafplantationapartments.com\/blog\/2015\/07\/17\/touristy-attractions-near-jacksonville-nas\/","title":{"rendered":"Touristy Attractions Near Jacksonville NAS"},"content":{"rendered":"

\n\tAre you in the Jacksonville area? Looking for some touristy attractions? You’ve come to the right place! Whether you’re planning a trip, or simply a resident looking for some extra fun, it is always fun to be a tourist! Even if that means doing so in your own city! Jacksonville, Florida is full of awesome attractions, perfect for people of all ages!<\/span><\/p>\n

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\n\tCheck out these touristy attractions near Jacksonville Naval Air Station:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\n\tFriendship Fountain<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

\n\tOriginally the world’s largest fountain, the Friendship Fountain was constructed in 1941. This beautiful piece of Jacksonville was recently renovated in 2011, improving not only the fountain but the area around it as well. Perfect for an afternoon delight with friends, or a quiet place for you and your loved one, after a nice dinner close by! This romantic spot, is simply magical, full of gorgeous landscape and years of memories. Some even say, the fountain has magic powers, but we’ll leave that up to you to decide! Take a stroll over by the fountain, you’re sure to be impressed!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\n\tJacksonville Zoo and Gardens<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

\n\tPerfect for a date or some family fun time, Jacksonville, Florida is more than proud of their devotion to animals and wild life. At Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, you’ll experience over 2,000 exotic animals, and learn all about them throughout your journey! With so many exhibits and things to explore you’ll never want to leave! Stop by the Giraffe overlook for an experience you’ll never forget! Get up close and personal with a real life giraffe, and then head over to the Range of Jaguars exhibit for some more excitement. Looking for an extra special adventure? Take a behind the scene tour with the animals, and get a private look at the beautiful gardens. The fun never stops at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, so grab your family and friends and check it out!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\n\tThe Jacksonville Landing<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

\n\tOften referred to as the heart and soul of Jacksonville, The Jacksonville Landing host hundreds of events each year, and is super popular amongst the locals! Sitting right on the gorgeous St. Johns River, you’ll find beautiful scenery, and views for days. Grab dinner and drinks, at any of the Full Service restaurants, or head on over to the upscale food court for something more casual. After you’ve enjoyed a delicious meal, get your shop on at any of the local retailers, making a purchase you won’t find anywhere else! You will almost always find a fun event to attend, so make sure to do so. The Jacksonville Landing is the perfect place to dive right into Florida culture, and you don’t even have to get wet!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n