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Take a guided tour of Florida Caverns State Park
Hike in Blue Springs Recreational Park
View The Bellamy Bridge Heritage Trail
Stop by the Historic Russ House Visitors Center
Learn about history at Marianna Civil War Battlefield
Dine on Greek-American fusion cuisine at Mashawy
Stop for Irish pub fare at Beef O'Brady's
Merritt’s Mill Pond
- Marianna is nicknamed "The City of Southern Charm" for its laid-back atmosphere and gorgeous preserved historic architecture dating back to the mid-19th century.
- The town, which is the seat of Jackson County, is best known as the home of Chipola College and serves as the gateway to lovely Florida Caverns State Park, the state's only park offering direct access to cavern systems.
- Blue Springs Recreational Park is home to impressive Jackson Blue Spring, which pumps 77 million gallons of water each day and offers excellent opportunities for scuba and cave diving.
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