Jacksonville, Saint Johns County, FL
Places to go in Jacksonville
33 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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Balis Park
1999 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA
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Big Talbot Island State Park
Picnics, hiking, boating & nature study on an island with diverse habitats, from bluffs to beaches.
Jimmy Buffett Mem Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA
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Bulls Bay Preserve
8017 Old Plank Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32220, USA
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Castaway Island Preserve
Raised trails run through this undeveloped wetland preserve with scenic overlooks along the way.
2885 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32225, USA
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Clarke House Park
Wooded park with a circa-1900 house, a lake, gardens, trails, a playground & pavilions to rent.
1039 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073, USA
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Cradle Creek Preserve
Public park along the Intracoastal Waterway with nature trails, elevated boardwalks & a boat pier.
900 S 15th St, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, USA
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Crystal Springs Park
10151 Crystal Springs Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32221, USA
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Deerwood Rotary Childrens Park
7901 Baymeadows Rd E, Jacksonville, FL 32256, USA
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Ed Austin Regional Park
Popular park with baseball diamonds, soccer fields & a walking trail, plus 18 holes of disc golf.
11751 McCormick Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225, USA
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Fort Clinch State Park
Beachfront park at a circa-1864 fort with guided tours, wildlife viewing, camping & nature trails.
2601 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, USA
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Friendship Fountain
Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night.
1015 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA
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Huguenot Memorial Park
This seaside park offers 70 primitive campground sites, a playground, picnic areas & fishing.
10980 Heckscher Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA
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Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
This 120 acre arboretum provides rustic trails through the woods & labelled plant life.
1445 Millcoe Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225, USA
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James Weldon Johnson Park
Small urban plaza featuring 2 fountains & a stage, plus occasional music & arts events.
135 W Monroe St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA
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Julington Durbin Creek Nature Preserve
Nature trail network for exploring extensive floodplain wetlands, diverse wildlife & lush woods.
13130 Bartram Park Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32223, USA
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Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
Park offering surfing & swimming in the ocean plus fishing & boating in a lake, as well as hiking.
500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32233, USA
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Little Talbot Island State Park
Barrier-island nature area with sandy beaches & activities such as kayaking, surfing & picnicking.
12157 Heckscher Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA
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Losco Regional Park
City green space with a modern play structure & a splash pad, plus snacks, picnic tables & grills.
10931 Hood Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257, USA
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Memorial Park
Designed by Olmsted, 6 acres of open space along the St. Johns river used for jogging & walking.
1620 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
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Oceanfront Park
Park with a playground, beach access, picnic shelters & a bronze statue of a boy riding a dolphin.
429 1st St S, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, USA
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Riverfront Park
4065 State Rd 13 N, St Johns, FL 32259, USA
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Riverside Park
Enduring public green space featuring play equipment, a basketball court & picnic tables.
753 Park St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
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South Beach Park and Sunshine Playground
Recreation site with a playground, walking trail, sport courts, playing field & picnic areas.
2514 S Beach Pkwy, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, USA
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Southbank Riverwalk
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views.
1001 Museum Cir, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA