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Bijou Park is a hidden gem of a "blink and you'll miss it" attraction in Wilmington, and is a perfect spot for weary shoppers and strollers to find a quiet bench, stretch out their legs, and relax. Located in a rare gap in between downtown buildings on 225 N Front St, the park straddles the heart of Downtown Wilmington and a Riverfront parking area, but the section in between is quiet, peaceful, and buffered from the sound of the downtown traffic by the two tall but historic buildings on either side.
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Home to a bike rack, a courtyard, plenty of well-maintained greenery, and a handful of benches, the park is more of an idyllic pit stop for pedestrians than a park designed for sporting events and avid activity. Bijou Park, in fact, is only 1/5th of an acre in area, which makes it both hard to find and a peaceful getaway for passer-bys who want to pause for a spell. Ornate street lamps that run through the center of the park keep it well-lit at night, and on occasion, strollers will even notice temporary art installations, added sporadically as part of the "Pedestrian Art Program" in Wilmington. A line of shrubs provide a makeshift border against the buildings, and small ferns and other seasonal greenery in cement pedestals are carefully placed alongside the wooden benches.
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All in all, Bijou Park is a perfect attraction for shoppers, diners, and tour-goers to take a load off before launching off to their next Wilmington adventure. Serene and inviting, Bijou Park allows busy pedestrians to enjoy a break in perfectly landscaped, southern style.
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