Experience · Jacksonville
Riverside Art and Dinner Date Night
Begin your evening with a vibrant start at Bartaco for some delicious tacos and refreshing drinks. Then, immerse yourselves in the cultural richness of the Cummer Museum, showcasing diverse art and beautiful gardens. Conclude your date with an upscale dinner at River & Post, offering exquisite seafood and steaks with stunning rooftop views of the St. Johns River.
A 4.5-hour Five Points evening plan for couples — Bartaco, Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, River & Post.
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Cost
- $100–$250
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Five Points
- Walking
- Moderate walking · Total 0.4-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Adults · Solo
The plan
The plan
- 1Bartaco(1 hr)→
- 2Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens(1 hr 30 min)→
- 3River & Post(2 hrs)
Why this plan works
Every stop sits in Five Points, so the whole plan happens inside one neighborhood. River & Post is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at River & Post — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples, adults, and solo who want a planned Jacksonville outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Begin your evening with a vibrant start at Bartaco for some delicious tacos and refreshing drinks. Then, immerse yourselves in the cultural richness of the Cummer Museum, showcasing diverse art and beautiful gardens. Conclude your date with an upscale dinner at River & Post, offering exquisite seafood and steaks with stunning rooftop views of the St. Johns River.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 11 hrBartaco
Food & Drink · Five Points
What to do — Grab a table on the patio if available and share a few different taco varieties and margaritas.
0.3 mi · 6 min walk or 4 min drive
Then Take a short drive or pleasant walk down Riverside Avenue to the museum.
21h 30mCummer Museum of Art & GardensArts & Culture · Five Points
Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens.
What to do — Explore the diverse art collections and stroll through the beautiful riverfront gardens, especially lovely at golden hour.
0.1 mi · 3 min walk or 3 min drive
Then Walk a short distance to River & Post, just a few blocks away.
3Optional 2 hrsRiver & PostFood & Drink · Five Points
Seafood & steaks with a regional twist in a contemporary space with a rooftop bar & scenic views.
What to do — Savor a delicious dinner of contemporary American cuisine with a focus on seafood and steaks, enjoying the rooftop views.
The route
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Jacksonville itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples, adults, and solo and runs about 4 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Bartaco.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Jacksonville itinerary cost?
- Roughly $100–$250 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 0.4 miles of walking in total.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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