Riverfront neighbourhoods, beaches, museums and protected natural spaces.
Jacksonville is a major city destination in Northeast Florida. It brings together jacksonville beaches, st johns river and riverwalk, cummer museum and gardens, with enough variety to build a focused day trip or a longer Florida road-trip stop.
Visit Jacksonville for a change of pace from Central Florida's theme parks. The destination offers a recognisable local character and several clearly different ways to spend the day.
Here is the fuller information behind each item in the highlights list.
Jacksonville Beaches provides the main coastal experience in Jacksonville, with space for walking, relaxing, water views and a traditional Florida beach day.
Before you go: Check weather, water conditions, beach flags and the exact public parking area before travelling.
Official destination information ↗St Johns River and Riverwalk is a useful waterside stop for views, walking, dining or an organised activity on the water.
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Official destination information ↗Cummer Museum and Gardens adds nature, trails, wildlife or landscaped outdoor space to a visit to Jacksonville.
Before you go: Opening days, admission and timed activities can change; use the linked official destination information.
Official destination information ↗Riverside and Avondale is one of the named highlights worth considering when planning a visit to Jacksonville.
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Official destination information ↗Timucuan Preserve adds nature, trails, wildlife or landscaped outdoor space to a visit to Jacksonville.
Before you go: Check the current official destination page for hours, temporary notices, access and booking requirements.
Official destination information ↗Dining and shopping are concentrated around the main visitor districts and waterfront or beach areas. Use the official destination directory for current businesses and opening details.
Our suggestion: Choose two or three nearby highlights and park once where possible; trying to cover every district usually creates unnecessary driving.