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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.
7083 Collins Rd Ste 102 Jacksonville, Florida 32244 (904) 250-5466 Website
13715 Lake Newman St Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 778-5245 Website
4610 San Juan Ave Jacksonville, Florida 32210 Website
9630 Apple Cross Rd #106 Jacksonville, Florida 32222 (904) 573-0900 Website
9711 Applecross Road Jacksonville, Florida 32222 (904) 683-8441 Website
8655 Garden Street Jacksonville, Florida 32219 (904) 831-2105 Website
8140 Lenox Ave. Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 630-2489 Website
8316 Merchants Way Jacksonville, Florida 32222 (904) 425-6466 Website
8142 W. Beaver St. Jacksonville, Florida 32220 (904) 683-4941 Website
9200 Plummer Rd Jacksonville, Florida 32219 Website
6219 San Juan Ave. Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 990-1992 Website
548 Chaffee Point Blvd. Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 783-8277 Website
11043-30 Crystal Springs Rd Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 374-1132 Website
537 Chaffee Point Boulevard Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 652-2782 Website
1120 Suemac Road Jacksonville, Florida 32254 (904) 693-5100 Website
2056 Lane Ave S Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 693-7562 Website
6439 Hyde Grove Ave Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 786-5410 Website
7940 103rd St Jacksonville, Florida 32210 (904) 771-7776 Website
1798 Imeson Rd. Jacksonville, Florida 32099 (904) 255-7930 Website
13611 Normandy Blvd. Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 255-4254 Website
7701 Wheat Rd. Jacksonville, Florida 32244 (904) 255-7930 Website
5900 Secluded Ave Jacksonville, Florida 32221 (904) 651-7520 Website
6382 118th St. Jacksonville, Florida 32244 (904) 255-7930 Website
460 S. Lane Ave Jacksonville, Florida 32254 (904) 394-4500
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