Fort Caroline Park Map & Itinerary
Once an attempted French colonial settlement, the park is nestled along the St. Johns River, where many different ecosystems can…
The Visit Jacksonville Blog
Go ahead, take a peek at our blogs. If you're looking for the most unique information on Jacksonville from a local's perspective and experience, you've landed in the right spot.
We are here to give you what you want to know and do while vacationing in Jacksonville. Make your things to do in Jax list from these blogs below covering arts and culture to dining, to family fun, history, dining, nature, meetings, nightlife, events and much more. Search a particular interest by clicking on the category or neighborhood bubble.
Unique Sports: Kitesurfing
Jacksonville offers 22 miles of beaches for you to find the wind and to get out there!
Historic Homes of Jacksonville
Jacksonville is a city of decades; architectural styles are a sign of the times and these historic homes are truly…
UNIQUE SPORTS: Disc Golf in Jax
Bet you didn’t know that Jacksonville has some of Florida’s coolest spots for disc golf lovers!
15 Unique Craft Cocktail Bars & Their Must Have Cocktail
In a city of makers, we don’t just stop at arts & crafts.
CITY PARK ITINERARY: Huguenot Memorial Park
Explore Huguenot Park & Stay the night.
CITY PARK ITINERARY: James Weldon Johnson Park (formerly Hemming Park)
Jacksonville’s First Park Offers Family Fun & History in the Heart of Downtown
Best Watersports: Kayaking
The best way to explore Jacksonville is by water, so get on a kayak and let the adventure begin!
Family Friendly Hotels in Jacksonville
Jacksonville has great hotels to make your next family getaway easier!
A Day at George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park
It is always a good time to go fishing and with 24-hour access, 365 days a year, you can try…
What to Experience in Jacksonville’s Beaches and Parks
What to experience in Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach and Atlantic Beach
NATIONAL PARK ITINERARY: A Day at Kingsley Plantation
Spend the day at this historic National Park
Jacksonville’s Unique Beaches
Jacksonville is home to 22 miles of fun and relaxing beaches, with vast stretches of white sands to enjoy all…
PARK ITINERARY: A Day in Stockton Park
This beautiful city park is in the Ortega neighborhood on Jacksonville’s Westside.
Best Places to Watch Jacksonville’s Sunrises & Sunsets
With so many incredible places to immerse yourself in nature, there are naturally some beautiful places to watch the sunrise…
BOATING ITINERARY: Family Day in the City
Jacksonville is an affordable family destination with so much to do and see, especially on the water!
Castaway Island Preserve
Tucked into a neighborhood just off the Intracoastal Waterway, Castaway Island Preserve is a hidden gem worth exploring.
Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens
Are you looking for a place to escape from the city but don’t want to travel far, look no further…
Trampoline Parks
Bounce into all day fun with the whole family at one of Jacksonville’s trampoline parks.
The Prime Parks For Pooch Walking In Jacksonville
From Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve to Kathryn Abby Hanna Park and plenty of other options too, you’re sure to…
Jacksonville Deep Sea Fishing Itinerary
Grab your crew and spend a day at sea. Maybe you’ll catch the biggest fish ever! But even if not…
A Day At Walter Jones Historical Park
Walter Jones Historical Park holds an abundance of history to explore.
Historical Jax Facts
Learn about Jacksonville’s history with these fast facts!
Fishing Charters
Get ready to reel in a big one!
Featured Stories
Top Fall Activities in Jacksonville
From the great outdoors to a little pumpkin spice, our city has a lot to offer when it comes to…
A Dazzling Night at the Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
The holidays are a wonderful time in Jax, and this year Dazzling Nights is back at the Jacksonville Arboretum and…
Top Places to See Holiday Lights
Every year Jacksonville lights up during the holiday season.
The 9 Best and Most Beautiful Hikes in Jacksonville, FL
If you’re looking for a spot to go hiking, look no further than Jacksonville, Florida.
