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15 Best Things To Do in Jacksonville, Florida

A connecting point for North and South, Jacksonville is known for its cuisine and historical heritage. Being a river city, Jacksonville is set around the St. Johns River that goes through the town.

Did you know Jacksonville was Hollywood? It’s where the motion pictures came to life, and production houses thrived. Today, you can get a hint of the same showbiz vibe from the Ritz Theatre & Museum and the Florida Theatre, where regular performances take place.

Fun fact: Elvis Presley had his first performance in this theatre.

Offering a breath of fresh air from the city life is the Atlantic Beach, where you can catch a fish and bring it back to a local restaurant and eat your own catch - it’s any fishing enthusiast’s dream.

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Jacksonville Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Jacksonville? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Jacksonville.



Places to Stay in Jacksonville


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Jacksonville. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Jacksonville


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Best Things to do in Jacksonville, FL


These are the best things to do in the greater Jacksonville area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Jacksonville


Class Axe Throwing
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Class Axe Throwing

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Memorial Park
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Memorial Park

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Everbalance
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Everbalance

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Museums in Jacksonville


Sun-Ray Cinema
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Sun-Ray Cinema

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Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
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Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra

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Porchfest
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Porchfest

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Restaurants in Jacksonville


Social Grounds Coffee
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Social Grounds Coffee

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Mixed Fillings Pie Shop
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Mixed Fillings Pie Shop

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Circle Japan
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Circle Japan

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Nightlife in Jacksonville


Town Beer Co.
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Town Beer Co.

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Beer:30 - San Marco
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Beer:30 - San Marco

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falafel x bar
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falafel x bar

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Other Activities in Jacksonville


Sea Serpent Tours
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Sea Serpent Tours

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Jax Party Bus & Limousine
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Jax Party Bus & Limousine

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Bluewater Adventure
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Bluewater Adventure

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