The City of Atlantic Beach, FL
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The city of Atlantic Beach is located in the state of Florida in Duval County and has a population of 13,169 as reported by the census of 2010. The largest nearby city to Atlantic Beach is Jacksonville, approximately 15 miles from the city center.There are several family restaurants in or near Atlantic Beach, including Garcia's Mexican Grill, Bo-Hogs BBQ & Chili Delights, Arby's Restaurant, Brass Anchor Pub & Grill and Larry's Giant Subs. For a larger selection of Atlantic Beach restaurants select our Restaurants tab above. Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Atlantic Beach Beaches, Museums, Amusement Parks, Golf Courses and/or Botanical Gardens, including the Atlantic Beach, Fort Caroline National Memorial, Adventure Landing, Kingsley Plantation and Neptune Beach. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Atlantic Beach please click on the Attractions tab above. The following 3 airports are located in or near Atlantic Beach:
- Jacksonville Craig Municipal Airport (CRG)
- Jacksonville Intl. Airport (JAX)
- St. Augustine Airport (UST)
Atlantic Beach, Florida Climate and Weather
Current Weather in Atlantic Beach
In the month of December, Atlantic Beach experiences an average high temperature of 66 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 49 degrees with an average rainfall of 2.2 inches. The seasonal climate varies in Atlantic Beach with daytime temperatures averaging 89 degrees in the summer, and 65 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Atlantic Beach to receive an average of 2.49 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 5.27 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months. The temperature has been known to get as high as -100 degrees in the summer and as low as degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Atlantic Beach should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 79 degrees, and nighttime lows of 63.
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Atlantic Beach, Florida Attractions
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Adventure Landing - Jacksonville Beach, Adventure Landing is a group of amusement parks located in Florida, New York, North Carolina and Texas. The first park was opened in Jacksonville Beach, Florida in 1995 by Adventure Entertainment Company. It was a success and nine other parks were constructed.
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Alexander Brest Museum and Gallery - Jacksonville, The Alexander Brest Museum and Gallery is a museum that is situated in the Phillips Fine Arts Building on the campus of Jacksonville University. It was named for its primary benefactor. The museum features collections of carved ivory, Pre-Columbian artifacts, Steuben glass, Chinese porcelain, Cloisonne, Tiffany glass, and Boehm porcelain as well as rotating exhibitions.
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Amelia Island Museum of History - Fernandina Beach, The Amelia Island Museum of History is a museum that can be found at 233 South Third Street, Fernandina Beach, Florida. It houses exhibits focusing on the history of Nassau County, Florida and is situated inside the old Nassau county jail
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Atlantic Beach - Atlantic Beach, Atlantic Beach, a city in Duval County, Florida, is the northernmost of the Jacksonville Beaches communities. When the majority of communities in Duval County consolidated with Jacksonville, Florida in 1968, Atlantic Beach, along with Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Baldwin, Florida, remained quasi-independent. Like the other towns, it maintains its own municipal government but its residents vote in the Jacksonville mayoral election and have representation on the Jacksonville city council.
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Avero House - , St. Augustine, The Avero House, which is also referred to as the Site of Minorcan Chapel or the St. Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine, is a historic home in St. Augustine, Florida. It is located at 41 St. George Street. On June 13, 1972, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
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Bent Creek Golf Course - Jacksonville, The Bent Creek Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Duval County Florida. Built in 1988, this Jacksonville course designed by Bobby Weed is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 904-779-0800. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required.
Address: 10440 Tournament Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32222
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Castillo de San Marcos - , St. Augustine, The Castillo de San Marcos site is the oldest masonry fort in the US. It is located in the city of St. Augustine, Florida. Construction was begun in 1672 by the Spanish when Florida was a Spanish possession. During the twenty year period of British occupation from 1763 until 1784, the fort was renamed Fort St. Mark , and after Florida became a U.S. territory in 1821 the fort was again renamed Fort Marion, in honor of revolutionary war hero Francis Marion.
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Catherine Street Fire Station - Jacksonville, The Catherine Street Fire Station is a historic building in Jacksonville, Florida, originally located at 14 Catherine Street, but relocated to Metropolitan Park. The building now houses a fire museum, officially known as the Jacksonville Fire Museum, but also known as the "Museum of City Fire of 1901" and the "Catherine Street Fire Museum".
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Cattail Creek Golf Club - Green Cove Springs, The Cattail Creek Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Clay County Florida. Built in 1954, this Green Cove Springs course is open all year. Tee times are accepted by calling the pro shop at 904-284-3502. The golf course dress code is as follows: Collared shirt, no other requirements.
Address: 659 State Road 16 E, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
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Cumberland Island National Seashore - , St. Marys, Cumberland Island National Seashore preserves most of Cumberland Island in Camden County, Georgia, the largest of Georgia's Golden Isles. The seashore features beaches and dunes, marshes, and freshwater lakes. In addition to the natural features, the seashore includes some historic properties, such as the ruins of Dungeness and the Plum Orchard estate.
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Atlantic Beach, Florida Hotels
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Atlantic Beach, Florida Restaurants
This is a list of Atlantic Beach Sandwich & Deli Shops with addresses and phone numbers, including Sandwich Shops, Fast Foods & Carry Out and Bar & Grill Restaurants. Happy Dining!
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Atlantic Beach Articles
Published February 21, 2011
The Castillo de San Marcos Fort in St. Augustine Florida survived 205 years under five different flags before becoming the history rich tourist attraction it is today.
Published February 20, 2011
An in-depth review of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum in Florida including it's history, tours, and even myths and legends.
Published February 10, 2011
The Mala Compra Plantation Archaeological Site is more than just a park with a playground. There is an excavation site rich with early American artifacts to discover.
Published February 9, 2011
The Fountain first opened as a tourist attraction in 1901. Today the Fountain of Youth Archeological Park is a full-day tribute to the history of Spanish Florida.
Published November 18, 2010
St. Augustine Florida has beautiful beaches, and a relaxed Southern feeling to its family friendly shops and old fashioned wax museum and alligator farm.
