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main street
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main street store

pictured is the pink porch bookstore on main street. this is one of several interesting stores on main street.

Written Oct 20, 2007

Address: main street

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theater park
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theater psrk

located on main street in downtown alachua is theater park. this interesting park is in the ruins of the old alachua theater.

Written Oct 20, 2007

Address: main street

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historic house

main street in downtown alacuha offers a collection of historic homes, restaurants, bars, and shops. located just a mile east of the I-75 exit main street alachua is a worth while place to visit when going to or from florida on I-75.

Written Oct 20, 2007

Address: main street

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ichetucknee river
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tube rental

no tube, no problem. located near both entrances to ichetucknee state park are local canoe and tube rental businesses.

Updated Oct 20, 2007

Address: US 27 & SR47

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ichetucknee river
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ichetucknee river

the ichetucknee river can be accessed from the south park entrance 4 miles west of fort white florida. from this point you can tube or canoe the beautiful ichetucknee river. the ride takes about an hour and half to the pick up point. at the south entrance there are hiking trails and a picnic area. for more infomation check their web site.

Written Oct 20, 2007

Address: US27

Website: http://www.floridastateparks.org/ichetuckneesprings/

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ichetucknee springs state park
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ichetucknee springs

ichetucknee springs is a beautiful state park located in north central florida. there are two entrances to the park and to see the springs you must go to the north entrance. ichetucknee springs and river is famous for tubing. in the summer you can tube or canoe from the springs to the pick up point four hours down the river. you can also tube from the south entrance for a hour and a half tube ride. the park also offers hiking trails, swimming, scuba diving, and picnicing. the north tube run is open labor day to memorial day. the south tube run is open year round. check their web site for more information.

Written Oct 20, 2007

Address: fort white florida

Website: http://www.floridastateparks.org/ichetuckneesprings/

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Hotels  

Quality Inn Alachua

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Ramada Limited

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Restaurants  

rick's fish house: seafood
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rick's fish house

rick's fish house in located on main street in the historic district of alachua. the decor is key west style and they offer a second story bar and deck that over looks main street. a fun place to eat and drink. good seafood moderately priced.

Updated Apr 4, 2011

Address: 14841 main street

Phone: 386-462-3224

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conestoga's: american
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conestoga's

conestoga's is located on main street in the historic district of alachua. this southern style restaurant offers steaks and seafood. good food moderately priced.

Written Oct 20, 2007

Address: 14920 main street

Phone: 386-462-1294

Website: http://www.conestogasalachua.com

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deneno's: italian
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deneno's restaurant

deneno's is located on the corner of nw141 st and main. deneno's is the most popular restaurant in alachua. the food is very good and moderately priced. reservations recommended.

Written Oct 20, 2007

Address: 14960 nw 141st street

Phone: 386-418-1060

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