Jacksonville, United States

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Alternative names: Founded: 1822 (202 years ago)Population: 903 thous.Area: 874.63 mi²Elevation: 3 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 30°19'30"N, 81°39'30"W
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Jacksonville Attractions - What to See and Explore

Jacksonville offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, Jacksonville Landing, Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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    Museum • Art museum

    Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens

    Nestled in the heart of Jacksonville, Florida, the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens is a cultural gem that beckons art lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. This distinguished museum, with its impressive collection of fine arts and picturesque gardens, offers a serene...

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    Shopping • Shopping centre • Neighbourhood

    Jacksonville Landing

    Nestled along the Northbank of the St. Johns River, Jacksonville Landing was a bustling marketplace and a beloved social hub in Jacksonville, Florida. For years, it served as a go-to destination for both locals and tourists looking to enjoy shopping, dining,...

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    Local and African animals plus gardens

    Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

    Nestled in the heart of Jacksonville, Florida, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens offers a delightful escape into the world of wildlife and nature. This sprawling zoological park is home to a diverse collection of animals from around the globe and boasts beautifully...

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    Sport venue • Sport • Arenas and stadiums

    Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

    VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena is a multi-purpose arena located in Jacksonville, Florida. It currently serves as the home arena of the Jacksonville Icemen of the ECHL, the Jacksonville Giants of the American Basketball Association, and the Jacksonville Sharks of the National Arena League.

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    Park • Southside

    Jacksonville Riverwalks

    The Jacksonville Riverwalks are a network of multi-use trails and open space developments along both the north and south banks of the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida.

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    Park • Fountain

    Friendship Fountain

    Friendship Fountain is a large fountain in Jacksonville, Florida. It is in St. Johns River Park at the west end of Downtown Jacksonville's Southbank Riverwalk attraction.

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    Bridge

    Main Street Bridge

    The Main Street Bridge, officially the John T. Alsop Jr. Bridge, is a bridge crossing the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida. It was the second bridge built across the river. It carries four lanes of traffic, and is signed as US 1/US 90. A lift bridge, it opened in July 1941 at a cost of $1.5 million.

  • museum of contemporary art jacksonville
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville

    The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, also known as MOCA Jacksonville, is a contemporary art museum in Jacksonville, Florida, funded and operated as a "cultural institute" of the University of North Florida.

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    Park • Midtown

    Metropolitan Park

    Metropolitan Park is a 32-acre urban waterfront park and concert venue located on the north bank of the St. Johns River in Downtown Jacksonville, Florida. It is projected to be the eastern terminus of the northbank Jacksonville Riverwalk.

  • florida theatre jacksonville
    Theater • Concerts and shows • Concert hall

    Florida Theatre

    The Florida Theatre is a historic American movie theater located in Jacksonville, Florida. Opened in April 1927, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on November 4, 1982. On April 18, 2012, the AIA's Florida Chapter placed the building on its list of Florida Architecture: 100 Years. 100 Places.

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    Sport venue • Sport • Historical place

    J. P. Small Memorial Stadium

    J. P. Small Memorial Stadium is a baseball park in Jacksonville, Florida. It is located in the Durkeeville community in northwest Jacksonville. Constructed in 1912 and rebuilt in 1936, it was the city's first municipal recreation field, and served as its primary baseball park before the construction of Wolfson Park in 1954.

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    Museum • History museum • Observatories and planetariums

    Museum of Science and History

    The Museum of Science & History is a museum in Jacksonville, Florida. It is a private, non-profit institution located on the Southbank Riverwalk, and the city's most visited museum. It specializes in science and local history exhibits.

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    Bridge

    Fuller Warren Bridge

    The Fuller Warren Bridge is the prestressed-concrete girder bridge that carries Interstate 95 across the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida.

  • fort clinch state park jacksonville
    30°40'12"N • 81°26'5"W

    Fort Clinch State Park

    The Fort Clinch State Park is a Florida State Park, located on a peninsula near the northernmost point of Amelia Island, along the Amelia River.

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    Museum • Specialty museum

    Bryan-Gooding Planetarium

    Bryan-Gooding Planetarium in the Alexander Brest Science Theatre is a planetarium in the Museum of Science and History in Jacksonville, Florida, U.S.

  • st james building jacksonville
    City hall • Architecture

    St. James Building

    The St. James Building is a historic building in Downtown Jacksonville, Florida, currently housing Jacksonville City Hall. It was designed by architect Henry John Klutho and opened in 1912. One of many structures in downtown Jacksonville designed by Klutho after the Great Fire of 1901, it is considered his Prairie School masterpiece.

  • wells fargo center jacksonville
    Event space • Social club

    Wells Fargo Center

    Wells Fargo Center is a skyscraper in the downtown area of Jacksonville, Florida, at the southeast corner of Bay and Laura streets. Standing 535 feet tall, it is the city's second-tallest building. It was formerly known as the Modis Building until 2011, when Wells Fargo acquired the naming rights.

  • hemming park jacksonville
    Park • Playground

    James Weldon Johnson Park

    James Weldon Johnson Park is a 1.54-acre public park in Downtown Jacksonville, Florida. Originally a village green, it was the first and is the oldest park in the city.

  • confederate park jacksonville
    Park • Hogan's Creek

    Springfield Park

    Springfield Park is a public park in Jacksonville, Florida, on the southern bounds of the historic neighborhood of Springfield. It is part of a network of parks that parallel Hogan's Creek.

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Jacksonville – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Jacksonville, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Castillo de San Marcos (St. Augustine), World Golf Hall of Fame (St. Augustine), Adventure Landing (Jacksonville Beach).

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    17th-century fortress with drawbridges

    Castillo de San Marcos, St. Augustine

    The Castillo de San Marcos stands as a formidable monument to the past, gracing the historical landscape of St. Augustine, Florida. Constructed between 1672 and 1695, this fortress serves as the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States and is a testament...

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    Museum

    World Golf Hall of Fame, St. Augustine

    The World Golf Hall of Fame, located in the historic city of St. Augustine, Florida, is a shrine to the legends and lore of golf. This museum in St. Johns County is dedicated to celebrating the history of golf and the players who have made the sport what it is today.

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    Theme park, Water park, Amusement park

    Adventure Landing, Jacksonville Beach

    Adventure Landing in Jacksonville Beach offers a blend of family fun and excitement in the heart of Florida's renowned seaside leisure destinations. This amusement park is a popular choice for both locals and tourists looking to enjoy a day filled with entertainment...

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    Museum, Lighthouse, History museum

    St. Augustine Light, St. Augustine

    The St. Augustine Lighthouse stands as a beacon of history in the oldest city in the United States, St. Augustine, Florida. This iconic lighthouse, with its distinctive black and white spiral and a red lantern room, has been guiding mariners since its current structure...

  • medieval torture museum st augustine36 milesSE
    Museum, History museum

    Medieval Torture Museum, St. Augustine

    The Medieval Torture Museum in St. Augustine, Florida, offers a spine-chilling glimpse into the gruesome practices of the past. This unique museum presents an extensive collection of replica torture instruments and devices, each accompanied by informative displays that...

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Best Time To Visit Jacksonville

Learn when is the best time to travel to Jacksonville weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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March, April and May are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June and July.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in November. Most of it rains in August and September.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Jacksonville?

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What is the best time to visit Jacksonville?

March, April and May are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in June and July. The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January, February and December.

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