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Welcome to Jacksonville

Whether you’re visiting Jacksonville for the awesome beaches, thrilling sporting spectacles, rich history and culture or just the great outdoors, you’ll find more than you expect here in northeast Florida. Leisure and business visitors will leave feeling relaxed and reinvigorated after exploring all that this area has to offer. You’ll be able to do as much or as little as you want with charming inns in historic areas just waiting to be discovered or resorts that cater for your every need.

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Weather in Jacksonville

Average temperature (°C) and average rainfall (days)

Jan

11.7 6

Feb

13.6 8

Mar

16.5 8

Apr

19.4 6

May

23.4 8

June

26.6 12

July

27.9 14

Aug

27.7 15

Sept

25.7 10

Oct

21.3 8

Nov

16.8 6

Dec

12.9 8

Hotels in Jacksonville

Omni Jacksonville Hotel

The Omni Jacksonville Hotel offers a contemporary hotel offering striking views out over the Jacksonville river. The stylish interior allows guests to have a relaxing stay while being located in the heart of downtown Jacksonville.

Omni Jacksonville Hotel bedroom in Jacksonville

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Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville Beachfront Hotel

Treat yourself to an oceanfront escape on the Florida East Coast and enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Jacksonville Beachfront Hotel. The hotel offers recently renovated accommodation and excellent amenities, blending modern convenience with unrivalled comfort. Enter the revitalised lobby and you will immediately feel welcome. The modern hotel rooms and suites offer private balconies, free Wi-Fi, as well as microwaves and mini-fridges. Many hotel rooms also offer oceanfront views. Start your day right with a cup of coffee at the onsite cafe, The Bistro and end the day watching the sun set over the Atlantic Ocean.

Marriott Jacksonville bedroom in the Florida East Coast

Marriott Jacksonville lounge area in the Florida East Coast

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History of Jacksonville

Riverside & Avondale Neighbourhoods

The historic districts of both Riverside and Avondale show case homes on the St Johns River that are charm personified. Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, Riverside is one of Jacksonville’s oldest and coolest neighbourhoods. Voted as one of the country’s top 10 Great Neighbourhoods, Riverside and Avondale have a unique mix of history, culture, charm, and modern design – find out more information through the Riverside Avondale Preservation Society.

The San Marco Neighbourhood

Located just minutes away from downtown’s Southbank is the historic neighbourhood of San Marco. Stroll along San Marco Square and you’ll discover incredible dining, upscale trendy clothing boutiques, and sensational art galleries. The San Marco dinner theatre and Theatre Jacksonville, the oldest community theatre in the country dating back to 1938, are also located within the square.

Watch the Sunset at Riverfront Park

This acre-long park along a quiet San Marco block gives visitors a perfect location to watch the sunset and spot dolphins and even manatees on the river. Riverfront Park has a few benches and parking along the road. Popular with fishermen, the small yet perfectly situated park is a prime spot for a lazy afternoon. Other frequently visited spots for sunset lovers are Jim Rink Park and Greenscape Celebration Park in San Marco.

Dinner and a Movie at the San Marco Theatre

This is one of two places in town where you can enjoy dinner, drinks, and a movie. Built in 1938, the San Marco Theatre has been restored to reflect its golden years and it is a now a popular destination for families and couples looking for a unique night out. The menu includes freshly made pizzas, paninis, quesadillas, and a great beer and wine selection.

The San Marco Art Festival

Celebrate with two days of art in the streets as San Marco Boulevard closes to traffic and opens to art lovers. Vendors from across the nation gather in the historic San Marco Square to show sculptures, paintings, pottery and jewellery. The San Marco Art Festival is free and open to the public; it takes place in April and November.

The San Marco dinner district

Some of Jacksonville’s most exciting dining options are located in this neighbourhood. Bistro AIX offers rustic French flavours with a modern and elegant twist; it is one of the city’s dining gems, having been locally owned and operated since 1999. In the heart of San Marco Square, visitors can find Taverna, established in 2009; this restaurant specialises in seasonal European cuisine.

Aardwolf Brewing Company, Jacksonville Craft Brewery

Aardwolf Brewing Company offers a taproom and brewery just minutes from the heart of Downtown San Marco. Take a step back in time as you step into Aardwolf’s Taproom, a renovated ice house from the early to mid-1930s Every Wednesday the crew releases a new pilot batch beer; be the first to try it!

Culture, arts & crafts

Cummer Museum of Arts & Gardens

Discover an amazing collection of art from 2100 BCE to today, and stroll through a series of historic gardens at this unique Jacksonville attraction. This historic art museum features a variety of exhibits, including one of the world’s top collections of Meissen porcelain. See works of art from ancient cultures, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and modern America, and don’t miss the beautiful outdoor gardens on the scenic museum grounds.

Live Theatre

The live performance scene in Jacksonville is eclectic and inspiring! Whether you are looking to see the latest Broadway plays with the FSCJ Artist Series of Jacksonville or visit the longest-running dinner theatre in the nation at the Alhambra Theatre & Dining, we’ve got something for any audience. The FSCJ Artist Series sponsored by Chase enhances the entertainment scene in northeast Florida with Broadway productions, concerts, ballets, operas, dance productions, school performances and variety shows. The Alhambra Theatre & Dining is the nation’s oldest continually operating professional dinner theatre and the only professional resident theatre between Atlanta and Miami. Chef DeJuan Roy pairs themed dinner options with each show, offering delicious meals as you enjoy the show!

Jacksonville beaches & surfing

Gorgeous white sand beaches await you just minutes from downtown Jacksonville. With plenty of beachfront and walking-distance accommodations, the beaches are a quick and easy escape from the everyday.

Jacksonville boasts three beach areas: Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, and Atlantic Beach, plus the historic fishing village of Mayport to the north. Locals say the best spot to hit the waves is “The Poles”, located just inside Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park. Along the 22-mile paradise, Jacksonville offers a range of activities, including water sports, relaxation, nightlife and family fun. During the summer months, jump aboard Jacksonville Beach’s convenient Beaches Trolley to explore all the beach neighbourhoods and attractions.

Health, wellness & spa attractions

With its beautiful beaches, spectacular golf courses, warm weather and vibrant culture, Florida is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate.

Jacksonville is home to 17 top-ranking hospitals (including Mayo Clinic, Memorial Hospital, Baptist Health, St Vincent’s HealthCare, Baptist Medical Center Beaches, UF Health, Jacksonville Medical Center, UF Health Proton Therapy Institute and Nemours Children’s Hospital) all recognised for their exceptional healthcare.

Mayo Clinic

Recognised as the top hospital in Jacksonville and is nationally ranked for its excellent cancer treatment and patient care. It is acclaimed for its general medical and surgical facility.

Ponte Vedra Inn and Club

One of north Florida’s most sophisticated luxury spa. An aesthetically pleasing environment where peaceful surroundings and ultra-modern facilities combine with an impressive selection of more than 100 beauty and pampering services.

Sawgrass Marriott Spa

A ‘vibrant world of wellness and serenity’ surrounded by 15 acres and tucked amid winding lagoons, moss- draped water oaks, twisted palms, and giant magnolias. This 25,000 square foot luxury sanctuary is a zen inspired realm where personalised treatments, soothing music and warm lighting accent a tranquil symphony of Eastern design elements.

Jacksonville beach and pier in the sunset

Experience the great outdoors in Jacksonville

Huguenot Memorial Park is a 295-acre horseshoe-shaped peninsula surrounded by the Fort George Inlet, the St. Johns River, and the Atlantic Ocean. Spend the night under the stars at one of 70 campsites and wake up early for a romantic stroll as the sun rises over the clear waters. The park has incomparable wildlife watching as one of the Great Florida Birding Trail sites, and little explorers will enjoy the fishing and bird watching.

With beaches on one side, and a salt marsh and maritime forests along the other, Little Talbot Island State Park truly showcases Florida’s natural beauty. The quiet and relaxing campgrounds feature two bath facilities and each of the 40 campsites has water, electricity, an in-ground fire ring, and a picnic table. Bike or hike along five miles of pristine beaches or meander through a wooded nature trail. Bike rentals and canoes are available at the Ranger Station.

Sports in Jacksonville

Biking & Cycling in Jacksonville

For a Florida destination, Jacksonville offers incredible mountain biking trails at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park. The trails’ names say it all; “Grunt”, “Misery”, and “Tornado Alley” offer wild adventures through the wooded paths of this oceanfront park. There are also several other beginner trails for novice riders.

Jacksonville Bike Trails

Take the whole family out to the Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail-Trail, which offers a 14-mile shaded ride through woodlands and wetlands. You are likely to spot a few local residents, including rabbits, hawks, kingfishers, wild turkeys, and deer.

Best Golf Course in Jacksonville

The Slammer & Squire course is located in the heart of our golf resort near Jacksonville, Florida and is one of St. Augustine Florida’s favourite golf courses. This 18-hole championship resort course was designed by Bobby Weed with design consultants Sam “The Slammer” Snead and Gene “The Squire” Sarazen.

Dining and eating shrimp in Jacksonville

Restaurants in Jacksonville

No other Florida city has more unique flavours than Jacksonville, a melting pot of cultures and tastes, with a thriving culinary culture pioneered by local chefs who have been nationally and internationally trained and are now back home crafting delicious menus infused with global flavours. Jacksonville’s food scene is an eclectic hybrid of inspired casual elegance and classic Southern comfort, injected with the flavours of the coast and a dash of international flair.

Whatever your craving might be, you will find the perfect restaurant in Jacksonville. From elegant bistros, to rustic fish camps and everything in between, Jacksonville is a destination for food lovers with great taste.

The best shopping in Jacksonville

Whether you are looking for a local farmer’s market, art galleries, large national retailers or designer boutiques – all shopping tastes are catered for in this area.

From farmers markets to trendy boutiques, Jacksonville has some great shopping in beautiful locations and with entertainment thrown in for some of the locations. There is the Beaches Green Market and the Riverside Arts Market.