The Visit Jacksonville Blog

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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 a category bubble. Read a blog and ask our locals a question or let's get social!

Category: Outdoors & Nature

Weekend Getaway on a Budget

Posted By: Sarah Fri, October 13, 2017

Adventure & Sports Areas Arts & Culture Bars & Nightlife Beaches & Waterways Family Fun General History Outdoors & Nature

Music, art, food, beer, sports, adventure, and fun await you in Jacksonville on any given day, and the best part? We guarantee it won’t break your bank!

Q & A with the KING(fish)

Posted By: Katie Fri, May 12, 2017

Adventure & Sports Beaches & Waterways Events Family Fun General Outdoors & Nature

Fishing! We do it well and we do it year-round in Jacksonville. We have over 60 different species you can catch and 54 public boat ramps you can use to get on the water. With more shoreline than any other Florida city and the opportunity to experience so many kinds of fishing (offshore, river, backwater, intracoastal, beach) it makes sense that Jacksonville would be home to some top-notch fishing tournaments.

Crackerjacks & Wooden Bats!

Posted By: Sarah Wed, March 15, 2017

Adventure & Sports Events Family Fun General Outdoors & Nature

Baseball has deep roots in Jacksonville that spread back to 1888, when we hosted Major League Baseball’s first Spring Training. It was not until 1904 when pro baseball was actually established in the River City with the Jacksonville Jays at Dixieland Park.

Skydiving in Jacksonville- Sign Me Up!

Posted By: Local Expert Guest Thu, February 09, 2017

Adventure & Sports General Outdoors & Nature

Skydiving is on the bucket list item for many people. For some, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but for others, it becomes a hobby and a challenging sport.

History That’s Free in Jacksonville

Posted By: Gary Sass Tue, January 31, 2017

Arts & Culture Family Fun History Outdoors & Nature

We call it the “First Coast”, home of the first European settlements and a region steeped in history.

Meet in one of the most impressive backdrops in the city, the gardens at Cummer Museum.

The Grass is Greener Outdoors in Jacksonville

Posted By: Tue, January 10, 2017

Areas Arts & Culture General Meetings Outdoors & Nature

The River City’s beautiful weather lends itself to bringing the inside outside. Cafés, galleries and concerts are expected.

Many people visiting or new to the Jacksonville area don't realize the awesome assortment of outdoor activities our city has to offer

Jacksonville’s Great Outdoors

Posted By: Jacksonville Moms Blog Sun, January 01, 2017

Adventure & Sports Family Fun General Outdoors & Nature

Many people visiting or new to the Jacksonville area don't realize the awesome assortment of outdoor activities our city has to offer.

The 26.2 with DONNA start line in Jacksonville, Florida.

Pink is the New Black: Running the 26.2 with DONNA

Posted By: Local Expert Guest Thu, December 08, 2016

Areas Beaches & Waterways Events Family Fun General Outdoors & Nature

We are tickled pink to share with you our guest blogger this month-- award-winning journalist, philanthropist and marathoner, Donna Deegan.

The Pursuit of Eco-Happiness

Posted By: Local Expert Guest Tue, November 29, 2016

Beaches & Waterways Outdoors & Nature

Reconnecting with nature in Jacksonville.

488,000 Yards of Golf Greens In Jacksonville

Posted By: Sarah Fri, November 18, 2016

Adventure & Sports Areas General History Outdoors & Nature

From easy to hard, historic to championship, beach to river – Northeast Florida offers more than 1,200 holes of golf on 70 public and private courses, pristine course conditions, affordable rates, great fall deals and comfortable weather all year.