Things to Do in Jacksonville
Plan your days in Jacksonville, your way
Start with the postcard: the Friendship Fountain and the Riverwalk, bridges strung with light as the sun drops.
Riverside's Five Points gives you the neighborhood wander, bungalow streets, coffee, and a record shop or two.
Lunch on Mayport shrimp at a dockside shack, because a city should taste like where it is.
The Cummer Museum splits the difference between art and gardens, and the river terrace asks nothing of you.
An afternoon at Jacksonville Beach is non-negotiable: pier, sand, and a cold drink within a block of the water.
The water taxi across the St. Johns is a small pleasure that costs almost nothing.
Dinner in San Marco Square, where the choice between bistro and oyster bar is the day's hardest decision.
If the timing works, the Saturday market under the bridge is the city at its most itself.
Keep one morning unplanned; the Timucuan marshes reward a spontaneous kayak.
You will leave with a fair picture of the place, and a reason to come back.
Top attractions and places to eat in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens
73-acre zoo with over 2,000 animals and 1,000 plants, one of only 7 US zoos with an animal wellness team.
zoo · 4.5 rating · $40.95
Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary
Non-profit wildlife sanctuary providing a safe, loving home for endangered big cats and educating the public about their plight.
park · 4.8 rating
The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Art museum and gardens built on the former estate of Arthur and Ninah Cummer.
garden · 4.6 rating
Kingsley Plantation
Historic plantation site including remains of slave quarters.
landmark · 4.4 rating
Little Talbot Island State Park
Coastal state park with a multi-use trail through barrier island habitat.
park · 4.6 rating
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
Lakefront and oceanfront park with campsites, playgrounds, and bike rentals.
park · 4.3 rating
St Johns Town Center
Outdoor lifestyle mall with 175 stores, the hub of shopping and dining in Jacksonville.
shopping mall · 4.5 rating
Riverside Arts Market
Riverside market featuring local food and merchandise vendors.
market · 4.5 rating
Big Talbot Island State Park
State park known for its scenic Boneyard Beach shoreline picnic area.
park · 4.7 rating
Friendship Fountain
Large landmark fountain with city skyline views along the riverfront.
park · 4.2 rating
Riverwalk
1.2-mile stretch of restaurants, bars, shops, museums, and a marina.
trail · 3.8 rating
Shady Rest Alpacas
Hobby farm offering private tours, events, and a gift shop.
zoo · 5 rating
MOSH (Museum Of Science & History)
A science and history museum on the Southbank of the St. Johns River featuring interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and regional history displays. Travelers go for family-friendly educational experiences.
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Alhambra Theatre & Dining
A long-running dinner theater in Jacksonville that pairs professional stage productions with a full meal service. Travelers go for an evening of live theater combined with dining.
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Memorial Park
A riverfront park along the St. Johns River honoring Floridians who died in World War I, featuring a landmark bronze statue and open lawns. A serene spot for strolling and river views.
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