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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.
The Westside provides convenient access to the water for boating and fishing enthusiasts.
Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, camping, fishing, and boating in nearby Westside.
The 3-mile-long Buckman Bridge across the St. Johns River links Mandarin with The Westside. With its beginnings dating back to 1763, The Westside area features waterfront mansions, Tudor-style homes, and modest wooden-frame houses dating back to the early 1900s. The Westside is well-known for its full-service marinas, nautical outfitters, and boating facilities. It is also the home of Naval Air Station Jacksonville the birthplace of the Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy’s world-renowned flight demonstration team.
Some best bites include Bestbet - Take a break from the poker table and indulge in some of the best sushi in Northeast Florida! Sushi Bar is open everyday. From specialty rolls to Sushi & Sashimi plates, Bestbet has it all. Your taste buds will thank you! Be sure to also stop by the The Potter's House Soul Food Bistro - For extraordinary Southern cuisine, check out The Soul Food Bistro. From country fried chick to smothered pork chops, The Soul Food Bistro serves up heartwarming comfort food for all tastes. Remember to save room for their famous peach cobbler! Last but not least Mission BBQ- Authentic BBQ made from the freshest, most delectable ingredients. Barbeque, ribs, sandwiches and all American food. Catering options and gluten free option are available.
After a long day there is nothing more satisfying than sitting down at a local #OnlyinJax bar and sipping on a hand-crafted beverage.
Each of Jacksonville’s neighborhoods have a unique flavor of their own. From southern classics to far away cuisines, there is a little bit of everything throughout the city. Check out some of the top local spots in each neighborhood!
The Westside of Jacksonville is home to one of the best equestrian centers on the East coast, Jacksonville Equestrian Center. The premier facility for regional and national events showcases the best in horse competitions. When horse shows are not in town, the Equestrian Center hosts a wide range of entertainment events like concerts, mud-runs, and athletic competitions.
Just south of Jacksonville and west of the St. Johns River, Orange Park offers camping, hiking, and water activities for all. In need of a boat, rent one for the day or for the night with Boat Florida Rentals. The Orange Park area is home to Doctor's Lake and Black Creek providing boaters the perfect place to wakeboard, fish, or just relax on the water.
Once part of Naval Air Station's Cecil Field, the Jacksonville Baldwin Rail Trail, is part of a nation-wide, federally initiated “Rails to Trails” program. It includes more than 30 miles of unpaved roads that traverse through the pine flatwoods. The shaded and beautiful Cecil Recreational Trails are available to hikers, horseback riders, and off-road cyclists.The Trail is a 100-foot wide Right-of-Way (ROW) currently extending approximately 14.5 miles from Imeson Road in Jacksonville to the Town of Baldwin. A 12’ wide paved trail currently exists for hikers, bikers, and roller-bladers to enjoy. An equestrian trail also parallels the paved trail.
Skydiving anyone? Herlong Airport is also found on the westside of the city. Who wouldn't want to see Jacksonville from 10,000 feet? Home to Jacksonville’s aviation enthusiasts since the 1960s, Herlong Recreational Airport (HEG) is Northeast Florida’s primary location for light sport aircraft, skydiving, gliders, and other experimental aircraft.
View 360 Tours of hotels in the Westside area to help plan your next visit.
8027 Ramona Blvd W Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 513-4888
8504 Bishopswood Drive Jacksonville, Florida 32244 (904) 630-2489 Website
5571 Long Branch Road Jacksonville, Florida 32234 (904) 465-1811 Website
705 Lane Ave S Jacksonville, Florida 32205 (904) 783-1404 Website
5229 Jammes Rd Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 900-3259 Website
11900 Branan Field Rd Jacksonville, Florida 32222 (850) 955-8770 Website
89 Brandy Branch Road Jacksonville, Florida 32234 Website
6545 Ramona Blvd. Jacksonville, Florida 32205 (904) 781-1940
8017 Old Plank Rd Jacskonville, Florida 32220 (904) 255-7930 Website
10312 Old Gainesville Rd. Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 630-2489 Website
1225 Halsema Rd N Jacksonville, Florida 32220 (904) 255-7930 Website
6651 San Juan Ave Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 802-4712
8406 Blanding Blvd Jacksonville, Florida 32073 (904) 777-2225 Website
6112 POW-MIA Memorial Pkwy. Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 303-8907 Website
13531 Lake Newman St Jacksonville, Florida 32221 Website
7200 Normandy Blvd Jacksonville, Florida 32205 (904) 387-4357 Website
6887 103rd Street Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 778-7305 Website
8299 W Beaver St, Jacksonville, Florida 32220 (904) 783-6888 Website
6065 Youngerman Cir Jacksonville, Florida 32244 (904) 778-0537 Website
11043 Crystal Springs Rd Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 551-4086 Website
4238 Jones Rd. Jacksonville, Florida 32219 (904) 255-7930 Website
8001 Parramore Rd Jacksonville, Florida 32244 (904) 932-0096 Website
7019 Commonwealth Avenue Jacksonville, Florida 32220 (904) 224-5500 Website
4434 Blanding Blvd Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 317-9887 Website
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