Guidebook for Jacksonville
Food scene
This place has some really tasty food! It's locally sourced, has great burgers, and lot of gluten free options and a few vegetarian.
We recommend getting a roof top view!
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Black Sheep Restaurant
1534 Oak StThis place has some really tasty food! It's locally sourced, has great burgers, and lot of gluten free options and a few vegetarian.
We recommend getting a roof top view!
Brilliant French food with a touch of the coast! The breads are wonderful and most people rave about their Shrimp Po Boy sandwich.
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The French Pantry
6301-1 Powers AveBrilliant French food with a touch of the coast! The breads are wonderful and most people rave about their Shrimp Po Boy sandwich.
Some of the most authentic Mexican food you will find in this area! It tastes great and they often have buy one get one margaritas. They are really good margaritas too!
My personal favorite is the poblano Entree.
Los Loros Mexican Restaurant
5210 Baymeadows RdSome of the most authentic Mexican food you will find in this area! It tastes great and they often have buy one get one margaritas. They are really good margaritas too!
My personal favorite is the poblano Entree.
Some really good Gelato and ice cream here. They are priced well and always have a line when we go. Lemon Basil is my favorite!
Jeremiah's Italian Ice of Mandarin
9891-6 San Jose BlvdSome really good Gelato and ice cream here. They are priced well and always have a line when we go. Lemon Basil is my favorite!
I LOVE this place! They have small plates that are full of flavor and the menu changes as the seasons do. With locally sourced food that is plated perfectly, you truly can'y go wrong eating here.
The wine selection is amazing!
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Town Hall Restaurant Jacksonville
2012 San Marco BlvdI LOVE this place! They have small plates that are full of flavor and the menu changes as the seasons do. With locally sourced food that is plated perfectly, you truly can'y go wrong eating here.
The wine selection is amazing!
Cute Vegan and organic cafe downtown. From local Kombucha and baked goods to breakfast/lunch and bulk filling stations. The food is reasonably prices and you know what is in your meal!
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Southern Roots Filling Station
1275 King StCute Vegan and organic cafe downtown. From local Kombucha and baked goods to breakfast/lunch and bulk filling stations. The food is reasonably prices and you know what is in your meal!
They moved!! The place is now vibrant and is owned by an amazing chef! A lot of vegan and vegetarian options. Great farm to table option really close.
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Pink Salt Restaurant and Wine Bar
1430 San Marco BoulevardThey moved!! The place is now vibrant and is owned by an amazing chef! A lot of vegan and vegetarian options. Great farm to table option really close.
We love this place because of their seasonal selection, vegan/vegetarian options and attention to healthy food. Wonderful drinks and perfect service every time.
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True Food Kitchen
5205 Big Island DriveWe love this place because of their seasonal selection, vegan/vegetarian options and attention to healthy food. Wonderful drinks and perfect service every time.
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
4850 Big Island DriveGreat breakfast and lunch place with simple bagels to sandwiches. Locally sourced and made with love!! And you WILL love this place!
Jax Bread Co
8380 Baymeadows RdGreat breakfast and lunch place with simple bagels to sandwiches. Locally sourced and made with love!! And you WILL love this place!
Crane Ramen Jacksonville
1029 Park StreetIf you like Ramen, this is your place!
Some of the drinks are really good and other are just too sweet for my liking. The best one is the painkiller and the runner up is the French drink Britany had with the gin. The best thing about this place is the truffle fries. The sauce is THE best and you get A LOT!!
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Escape Restaurant & Bar
1023 Park StSome of the drinks are really good and other are just too sweet for my liking. The best one is the painkiller and the runner up is the French drink Britany had with the gin. The best thing about this place is the truffle fries. The sauce is THE best and you get A LOT!!
The Hyppo Gourmet Jacksonville
90 Riverside AveSo worth the stop. Handcrafted and oh so good.
Juice Paradise
5250 Baymeadows RoadGreat smoothies, juices and acai bowls.
Rue Saint Marc
2103 San Marco BlvdGreat drinks and appetizers
Bellwether
117 W Forsyth StHigh end American food
Beautiful atmosphere both inside and out. Great Appetizers, drinks, and music. Comfortable seating indoors and plentiful seating outside. Great staff!
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The District
2026 Walnut StBeautiful atmosphere both inside and out. Great Appetizers, drinks, and music. Comfortable seating indoors and plentiful seating outside. Great staff!
River & Post
1000 Riverside AveRoof top bar and eatery
Dwight's Bistro a surprising delight of fresh pasta and food. A little pricey but worth it!
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Dwight's Mediterranean Style
1527 Penman RdDwight's Bistro a surprising delight of fresh pasta and food. A little pricey but worth it!
Restaurant Orsay
3630 Park StGreat date night spot!
Sightseeing
Beaches are white and soft! There is a lot of public parking for free on 7th street all the way to 19th street. There are also places to pay for parking but we have never needed to.
19th st N is where the public restroom is located. It is toilets and an outdoor place to rinse off.
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Jacksonville Beach
601 1st St SBeaches are white and soft! There is a lot of public parking for free on 7th street all the way to 19th street. There are also places to pay for parking but we have never needed to.
19th st N is where the public restroom is located. It is toilets and an outdoor place to rinse off.
Cute Beach area that is a bit less crowded than JAX Beaches. There is a large area that is motor vehicle free. This area is very dog and bike friendly.
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Neptune Beach
Cute Beach area that is a bit less crowded than JAX Beaches. There is a large area that is motor vehicle free. This area is very dog and bike friendly.
Little Talbot Island
Fort Caroline
Parks
Small but nicely updated park. It is mostly fenced in and has a cute butterfly garden as well.
Ours girls like this one because of the large climbing apparatus and the different types of swings.
Landon Park
Landon AvenueSmall but nicely updated park. It is mostly fenced in and has a cute butterfly garden as well.
Ours girls like this one because of the large climbing apparatus and the different types of swings.
Riverside Park has the largest playground we have seen in Jacksonville. There is a smaller section for smaller children and one for older children. There are fountains, a pond and always a lot of ducks.
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Riverside Park
753 Park StRiverside Park has the largest playground we have seen in Jacksonville. There is a smaller section for smaller children and one for older children. There are fountains, a pond and always a lot of ducks.
A truly amazing place to take Fido! A large pond, open spaces to run and trails just for the pup! It does cost money though!
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Dog Wood Park
7407 Salisbury RdA truly amazing place to take Fido! A large pond, open spaces to run and trails just for the pup! It does cost money though!
This is a very small park with some foliage and benches. What makes this place so beautiful is that is site next to the waterway that goes into the river. There is a let in for kayaks and so a quite and free area to explore.
Nathan Krestul Park
2001-2099 La Vaca RdThis is a very small park with some foliage and benches. What makes this place so beautiful is that is site next to the waterway that goes into the river. There is a let in for kayaks and so a quite and free area to explore.
Alejandro Garces Camp Tomahawk Park
8419 San Ardo DrBurnett Park
3740 Burnett Park RdVerona Park
2901 San Fernando RdBaker Skinner Park
7641 Powers AveHiking, splash pad, huge playground, picnic spots, benches, restrooms, water fountains, and a lot of running space!
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Losco Regional Park
10931 Hood RdHiking, splash pad, huge playground, picnic spots, benches, restrooms, water fountains, and a lot of running space!
Things to do
A great small theater! Tickets are always affordable and most people who in these plays are volunteers. It's a great way to support the arts but also get a great show!
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San Marco Theatre
1996 San Marco BlvdA great small theater! Tickets are always affordable and most people who in these plays are volunteers. It's a great way to support the arts but also get a great show!
This place has is all for not just children but the whole group! If your kids are interested In space, you can spend hours here and still have more to do. (We recently went and a few things weren’t working) The cost is reasonable but it can add up when you have a group. They often have a company support a free day or a discounted rate a few times a month. It changes often so you'll have to check it out.
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MOSH
1025 Museum CirThis place has is all for not just children but the whole group! If your kids are interested In space, you can spend hours here and still have more to do. (We recently went and a few things weren’t working) The cost is reasonable but it can add up when you have a group. They often have a company support a free day or a discounted rate a few times a month. It changes often so you'll have to check it out.
There is usually food, vendors, and live music under the bridge every Saturday from 10am-3pm
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I-Riverside Arts Market
715 Riverside AveThere is usually food, vendors, and live music under the bridge every Saturday from 10am-3pm
Beautiful Gardens and mesmerizing art! Don't miss out on Weaver First Saturdays Free!
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I-Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens
829 Riverside AveBeautiful Gardens and mesmerizing art! Don't miss out on Weaver First Saturdays Free!
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park
500 Wonderwood DrCatty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary
1860 Starratt RdLots of great hiking trails, butterfly gardens, and just simply peaceful place to spend the day.
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Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens
1445 Millcoe RdLots of great hiking trails, butterfly gardens, and just simply peaceful place to spend the day.
Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens
370 Zoo PkwyiFLY Jacksonville
10579 Brightman BlvdTopgolf
10531 Brightman BlvdDay Trips
Manatees, history, alligators, beautiful clear swimming water. Day trip anyone? Bring a cooler and some suits and do a day trip. You can rent kayaks and canoes, swim with manatees, grill out, catch up on some history, walk the trails and a lot more. Usually $6 per vehicle.
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I-Blue Spring State Park
2100 W French AveManatees, history, alligators, beautiful clear swimming water. Day trip anyone? Bring a cooler and some suits and do a day trip. You can rent kayaks and canoes, swim with manatees, grill out, catch up on some history, walk the trails and a lot more. Usually $6 per vehicle.
The scenery is magnificent. Whole trees now drift wood, beautiful beaches, great place to spot dolphins, and just an overall unique experience.
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Jekyll Island
The scenery is magnificent. Whole trees now drift wood, beautiful beaches, great place to spot dolphins, and just an overall unique experience.
Ichetucknee River
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U.S. 27I-Rainbow Springs Swimming Hole
19158 SW 81st Pl RdIphakethe yaseSilver Springs
5656 East Silver Springs BoulevardMonkeys!!
St. Augustine
Neighborhoods
This is one of our favorite places to just walk and see what we happen upon. The area is very artsy and eccentric. It has a mixture of vintage/historical and modern. You can browse a vintage "junk" store, end up at a local restaurant, the Cummer Museum or the river. We always enjoy our time here.
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Riverside
This is one of our favorite places to just walk and see what we happen upon. The area is very artsy and eccentric. It has a mixture of vintage/historical and modern. You can browse a vintage "junk" store, end up at a local restaurant, the Cummer Museum or the river. We always enjoy our time here.
For Fury Friends
Kanine Social
580 College StFor your pups
BrewHound Dog Park + Bar
1848 Kings Cir S