Spend time outdoors on Jax's Northside.

Here you can visit the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Talbot Islands State Parks, and the Timucuan Preserve. Discover all the exciting outdoor activities in Jacksonville.

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North Jacksonville & Airport

Explore Jacksonville's adventure side in this exciting neighborhood!

Nature and adventure can be found in the North Jacksonville neighborhood. This transportation hub, home to Jacksonville International Airport and JAXPORT Cruise Terminal, is also home to some of Jacksonville’s most beautiful state and national park sites including Kingsley Plantation and the Talbot Islands, as well as exciting family attractions like the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary and Congaree and Penn farm.

Enjoy a great shopping at the River City Marketplace, which offers outdoor shopping and dozens of dining options.

Eat & Drink

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Tours & Itineraries

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Eat & Drink

There is no shortage of dining options in North Jacksonville.

Sandollar Restaurant - This family-owned restaurant serves a delicious selection of seafood and refreshing cocktails along the waterfront.

Palms Fish Camp - Taste a Jacksonville local delicacy, Mayport shrimp at Palms Fish Camp.

Green Papaya - Green Papaya offers a vibrant blend of Thai and Japanese cuisine in a stylish, contemporary setting.

Joseph's Pizza - Joseph’s Pizza is a beloved local institution and the oldest pizzeria in Jacksonville, serving up classic New York-style pies.

a bartender pours a drink out of a cocktail shaker and into a glass garnished with lime at Casa Marina in Jacksonville, FL

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After a long day there is nothing more satisfying than sitting down at a local #OnlyinJax bar and sipping on a hand-crafted beverage.

Discover Jacksonville’s rich blend of history and natural beauty through preserved plantations, pristine coastal parks and one of the nation’s last unspoiled wetlands in the Northside neighborhood.

Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary - Dedicated to rescuing and caring for big cats, Catty Shack Ranch is a nonprofit sanctuary where guests can see lions, tigers, leopards, cougars and bobcats up close.

Congaree and Penn - A working farm and cidery known for its rice fields, orchards and artisanal products, offering tours, tastings and unique farm-to-table experiences at their restaurant.

Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens - One of the top family-friendly attractions in the city, the zoo offers a dynamic mix of wildlife encounters and lush botanical displays.

Kingsley Plantation – Located within the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, Kingsley Plantation is one of the oldest standing plantation houses in Florida and offers a powerful look into the region’s complex past.

River City Marketplace - Shop at River City Marketplace right by Jacksonville International Airport with popular retail stores and casual dining.

Talbot Island State Parks – A scenic coastal escape about 20 miles northeast of Jacksonville, offering pristine beaches, hiking trails and diverse wildlife.

Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve – One of the last unspoiled coastal wetlands on the Atlantic Coast, featuring salt marshes, dunes, hardwood hammocks and historic sites like Fort Caroline and Kingsley Plantation.