Atlantic Beach offers 14 ocean accesses to the beach and has 65 acres of parks. It has several special events, including acoustic music nights at one park, the Adele Grage Cultural Center, and North Beaches’ Art Walk.

A massive redevelopment along the beaches has brought trendier condominium choices to the area. The Town Center area of Atlantic Beach—at the foot of Atlantic Boulevard—is a charming shopping and dining area with brick pavers, landscaping and architecture that mix old and new Florida to create a uniquely appealing atmosphere.