Nightlife in Jacksonville

Enjoy a night on the town in Downtown Jacksonville.

The Bay Street Corridor in Downtown Jacksonville offers several bars within walking distance to one another. From loud and rowdy to chic and upscale, the Bay Street Corridor has a bar for everyone. Check out Dive Bar, Ivy Ultra Bar, Mark?s Downtown and Club TSI. Just a few blocks away are Lit and Dos Gatos, two new additions to the Downtown bar scene, offering lounge atmospheres with full-service bars.

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Romance in Jacksonville

Romance in Jacksonville

Couples looking for an escape will find their taste of a romantic getaway in Jacksonville. From a break away from it all on our serene beaches to an adventurous vacation, there is something for every couple.

Morning:

  • Spend the morning pampering yourself at one of Northeast Florida’s spas. Try the new Heart & Sole couples’ massage at One Ocean Resort Hotel & Spa or opt for his-and-hers treatments – Golfer’s or Windsurfer’s massage for him and a Seashell Massage for her.
  • Take a romantic stroll along Jacksonville’s picturesque, white sandy beaches.  Or opt for a sportier morning, renting a beach cruiser and biking along he 20 miles of oceanfront or take a surf lesson from a local guide.

Afternoon:

  • If your romantic getaway is all about connecting with one another and relaxing, head to the rooftop lounge at Casa Marina Hotel & Restaurant. The Penthouse Lounge offers sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, delightful cocktails and a new lunch menu.
  • Shop exclusive retailers and grab an exquisite lunch at the St. Johns Town Center. The open-air lifestyle center is ideal for a leisurely walk and enjoying Jacksonville’s sunshine. Stop for a romantic lunch at The Capital Grille or another one of the area’s fine eateries.
  • Head outdoors for a tee time for two at one of the region’s finest golf clubs. Some of golf’s greats have designed courses around Northeast Florida, including Jacksonville Golf & Country Club, designed by Clyde Johnston PGA TOUR Professional Fuzzy Zoeller.

Evening:

  • What’s romance without a candlelit dinner? Head to Matthew’s Restaurant, a four-diamond establishment in historic San Marco. Chef Matthew Medure has been tantalizing patrons with his seasonal menu for more than a decade.
  • Take in a Broadway show or Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra concert at the riverfront Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts.
  • Grab a cocktail, dance or enjoy live music at one of Downtown Jacksonville's nightlife establishments. Dos Gatos is an intimate cocktail lounge, while The Jacksonville Landing offers a variety of venues and live music in the riverfront courtyard.

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