CEUs With A View Things to Do!
As many of you know, we have changed the location and date of our CEUs With A View continuing education event to Jacksonville, Florida August 8-11th 2019. We hope you all can join us, but to increase the excitement we’d thought we’d share our top 25 things to do during your visit!
1.Jacksonville Landing(.3 miles)
Jacksonville Landing is a riverfront entertainment complex with a multitude of dining, shopping and nightlife options.
2. St. Johns River Taxi and Tours (.3 miles)
This is your connection between the many sites and sounds on both sides of the St. Johns River. Your boarding location will be the Northbank Stop at Jacksonville Landing. The taxi runs on the weekends only. All day passes are $10 for adults and $8 for children. Showing your taxi ticket can offer many advantages and special discounts with the different shops and eateries along the taxi’s stops.
3. Skyway (.6 miles)
The Jacksonville Skyway is an automated monorail system that provides service around the St. Johns River and downtown streets and connects to the trolly system. It is a low cost and convenient way to travel without the traffic hassles. That being said it does have a limited area of travel. Take a ride and see where it takes you!
4. Friendship Fountain (.6 miles or water taxi)
The fountain is one of the world’s tallest and largest self-contained fountains with a spectacular array of variations to it’s water features and lights depending on the time of day you visit. The link (above) provides the scheduled variances. You can find the beautiful fountain in St. Johns River Park at the west end of Downtown Jacksonville Southbank Riverwalk attraction. The address is 1015 Museum Circle 32207.
If you want to read some interesting history behind the fountain and the park originally named “Dallas Thomas” park click on this link
5. Southbank Riverwalk (1.1 miles or water taxi)
Southbank Riverwalk offers a ¼ mile boardwalk that follows the curves of the river. You can find a multitude of lunch spots to fine dining establishments. There is a variety of entertainment in the way of bars and lounges. The Friendship Fountain is at the west end of the Southbank Riverwalk. The Museum of Science and History (MOSH) is also located along the riverwalk and includes brain teasers showing how the mind works, full-scale skeletons, a planetarium, and various permanent and temporary exhibits.
6. St. Johns Town Center (10-11 miles)
St. Johns Town Center has over 1.2 million square ft. open air shopping and dining mecca. As part of Simon malls, it offers the upscale dining and shopping experiences. Location 4663 River City dr. Jacksonville, FL 32246.
7. Riverside/Avondale (1.9 miles or water taxi)
If you’re looking for some local historic views, visit the neighborhoods of Riverside and Avondale. They are the two oldest suburbs in Jacksonville. You will find Five Points, a boho neighborhood with a variety of unique shopping and dining experiences. In the area, you will also find Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens that overlooks the St. Johns River, the Riverside Arts Market open every Saturday, and Memorial Park.
8. Jacksonville Farmers Market (2.9 miles)
The Jacksonville farmers market is Florida’s oldest market founded in 1938. Located at 1810 West Beaver Street, it’s just 1 mile west of historic downtown Jacksonville. You can find fresh local items, herbs, jams, jellies and much, much more! You can click on the link to see what fruits and vegetables are in season at a given time.
9. Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens (6.8-8.6 miles)
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens is home to Zorro, the most famous among the zoo’s collection. The black jaguar has fathered 12 cubs and most of the captive black jaguars in North America are Zorro’s offspring. Kids can burn off energy in the 2.5 acre Play Park and Splash Ground. They can imitate the squirrel monkeys as they climb on vines in full view of their exhibit. They can climb their way to the tree house, dig for artifacts in the Forest Play area, or venture through the tunnel as penguins swim overhead. Guests can see what animals are native to Florida in the Wild Florida area. Have you always wanted to visit Australia? Check out the zoo’s Australian Adventure. Does your child have a fetish for frogs? Visit the Save the Frogs! Amphibian Conservation Center. In this area, you will discover the ways you can help save the frogs from mass extinction. It’s the greatest mass extinction since the age of the dinosaurs! Frogs and other amphibian species all over the world are being threatened by a deadly fungus. Remember, if you are an annual pass holder to your local zoo, you may be able to use that membership at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. Check with your local zoo for information.
10. Catty Shack Ranch (13.9 miles)
The Catty Shack Ranch is a tiger-focused ranch with a conservation objective. They rescue tigers and other big cats from inhumane environments and captivity. Volunteers give tours detailing each cat’s history and how the ranch operates. Tickets can be purchased in advance for night feedings (Wed/Fri/Sat) which include watching them claw their way through whole carcasses. They are located at 1860 Starratt Rd, Downtown, FL 3226 or click on the link for more details.
11. American Beach on Amelia Island (37.1 miles)
American Beach was founded in 1935 during a disappointing time in American history when African Americans were not allowed on many beaches. During the next 20 years, American beach became an attraction for many African Americans who came from all over to enjoy the beach and Amelia Island’s laid back atmosphere. This beach is part of the Florida’s Black heritage Trail. This beach is removed from the heavy beach going population of other Jacksonville beaches. It’s quiet and away from the traffic and has beautiful views of the Atlantic ocean.
12. Atlantic Beach (16.5 miles)
Atlantic Beach is it’s own community to the east of Jacksonville. This location is believed to be the first year-round settlement of Native Americans. It is a popular beach for locals and tourists alike so get there early!
13. Fernandina Beach (36.6 miles)
Fernandina Beach is the northernmost city on the Florida coast. It too is on Amelia Island. It is best known for its annual Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival (in May) and also for the number of quaint shops and restaurants. This beach has a playground, plenty of parking, and great picnicking spots in addition to a nice relaxing beach.
14. Jacksonville Beach (15.1 miles)
Jacksonville Beach is known for having some of the best waves in this part of the country. Surfers come from all over come for their dawn patrol (early morning surf). You can find the best near Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park. This beach does have a stronger current/undertow. Jacksonville beach also has a fishing pier that juts out into the Atlantic.
15. The Alhambra Theater and Dining (10.6 miles)
The Alhambra Theater and Dining is the oldest and continuously operated professional dining theater in the nation. During the time frame that our HIM Professional CEUs with a View takes place, the theatre will be presenting Mamma Mia! It kicks off on that Wednesday prior with a 2-night preview followed by Friday’s Grand Opening Gala. Gala night tickets are $69 per person and include a Welcome Champagne reception, the show, dinner, dessert and a cast meet and greet. The event is from 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm. This would be a great date-night or an aspiring drama major in the family! Take a tour at this link:
16. The Ritz Theatre & Museum(1.5 miles)
The Ritz Theatre & Museum was once Jacksonville’s main moviehouse for black families. It opened in 1929 in the LaVilla neighborhood of Downtown; an area considered to be the African American History and Heritage mecca. The theatre now houses exhibits depicting life in the city for black families during the 1920-1960’s. It is located at 829 N. Davis St. Jacksonville, 32202
17.The Sally Corporation
Located in Jacksonville, the Sally Corporation has been the creator of animatronic figures and theme rides since 1977. They provide adventure rides and creations for adventure and amusement parks worldwide including Universal Studios, Disney on Ice, and Six Flag Belgium. They offer FREE tours to the public to showcase their robot factory. Sadly, they don’t offer tours in June through August but if you want to plan a visit for another time, Click Here
18. Now & Zen Sailing Charters
Now & Zen Sailing Charters offer sailboat charter/rentals in and around the Jacksonville and Amelia Island area on a five-star, 42-foot cruising Catamaran. Guests can enjoy a variety of tours on board the fully-serviced and crewed Catamaran, including day cruises, sunset cruises, private dinner cruises and sailing vacations. The Catamaran can also be hired for special occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries, proposals and weddings, and can be tailor-made to suit every need. Now & Zen is fully equipped with stylish décor, a modern galley and kitchen, two private sleeping cabins with a shared toilet and shower for longer voyages, and plenty of deck space for relaxing and sunbathing (Phone: 904-803-8843).
19. Maxwell House Plant
You can’t drive downtown without smelling the coffee that’s been branded as “good to the last cup.” It’s one of the perks to walking in the downtown district. Since 1910, this Maxwell house plant has been roasting and grinding through generations of worker families. It was originally known as the Cheek and Niel Coffee Company who developed the blend for the Maxwell House Hotel located in Nashville, TN in 1892. It is one of three Maxwell House manufacturing plants in the U.S. Until the late 1980s it was the largest-selling coffee in the U.S. and now second behind Folgers. Unfortunately, there are no tours for this landmark however you can click this link to see a great tour shown on Made Right Here episode 5.
20. Grape & Grain Exchange (2.2 miles)
Grape & Grain Exchange is a wine, beer, and liquor store in the front and hidden behind a bookshelf you’ll find their speakeasy known as The Parlour that has an offering of cocktails, jazz and an ambiance of the 1930s.
21. The Jax Ale Trail
The Jax Ale Trail offers a self-guided brewery tours. There are also Brew Bus tours from Brew Bus Jacksonville and Play Harder Tours. The tours offer a special passport that is stamped at each brewery and can win you prizes and special giveaways.
22. Anheuser-Busch Brewery (8 miles)
Anheuser-Busch Brewery was completed in 1969. It operates 24 hours a day year round. There are free guided tours and visitors 21 and older are given the opportunity to sample the products in the Hospitality Room.
23. Fleet Readiness Center Southeast
NAS Jacksonville is one of eight centers commissioned by the U.S. Navy to perform in-depth repairs, modifications, and overhauls of aircraft, engines, and aeronautical components. It was established in 1940 and has worked on almost every type of Navy aircraft including fighter and attack planes, patrol, anti submarine, reconnaissance, transport, trainer, special configurations and helicopters.
24. Castle Otttis (41.5 miles)
St. Augustine’s Castle Otttis modeled after a 1,000 year old Irish Castle and won an award from the American Institute of Architects in 1992 for the “creation of a new landmark.” The project began in May of 1984. The building was never intended to be a residence or a tourist attraction. It was created as an expression of art and to be a place of peace on Earth. It is used as a Christian interdenominational worship service on the last Sunday of each month at 10:00 am for visitors 12 years and older.
25. Fort Caroline (13.2 miles)
Fort Caroline National Memorial marks the general location of the first French settlement in what is now the United States. Nearly a year after arriving, most of the settlers were massacred by the Spanish who were settled in St. Augustine. It is located within the grounds of the Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve established in 1988. The National Memorial opened in 1953 after the fort reproduction was built. For more details click the link:
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