Jacksonville Vacation & Tourism Guide

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Jacksonville offers unlimited cultural and recreational opportunities for visitor and resident alike. Downtown Jacksonville is a vibrant city center offering waterfront dining, world-class entertainment, exciting nightlife, and a wide variety of sporting events. The weather, the native flowers and trees, the riverfront, the ocean beaches, the architecture, the local theater and Symphony Orchestra, the sporting events, the many recreational possibilities, all add up to an ideal vacation at any time of the year for visitors of all ages and interests.

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1. Hampton Inn Jacksonville Star_rating-2

Real Traveler Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 33 reviews from 4 sources

from $44.16
Hampton Inn Jacksonville
Based on 33 reviews from 4 sources.
Service: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
Location: Rating of 3.5 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.9 out of 5
  • " Other nice eating places within walking distance." — source Expedia

    "Very clean and comfortable hotel." — source Priceline

2. Wingate by Wyndham -...

Wingate by Wyndham - Jacksonville Airport
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from $53.12

3. Wingate by Wyndham -...

Wingate by Wyndham - Jacksonville Mayo Clinic Area
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from $60.69

4. Cntry Inn Stes Jackso...

Cntry Inn Stes Jacksonville
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from $63.32

5. La Quinta Inn AND Sui...

La Quinta Inn AND Suites Jacksonville Mandarin
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from $31.40

6. Staybridge Suites JAC...

Staybridge Suites JACKSONVILLE
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from $59.25

7. SpringHill Suites by...

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jacksonville
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from $76.48

8. Hilton Garden Inn Jac...

Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Airport
Star_rating-3
from $62.32

9. Radisson Hotel Jackso...

Radisson Hotel Jacksonville Butler Boulevard, FL
Star_rating-3
from $57.56

10. Embassy Suites Jackso...

Embassy Suites Jacksonville - Baymeadows
Star_rating-3
from $64.80
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  • 1. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (The)

    Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (The)

    ... the largest fine art museum in Northeast Florida. Noted for Old Master and American paintings, beautiful formal gardens and renowned collection of Meissen porcelain. National award-winning art education ... more

  • 2. Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art

    Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art

    topics: contemporary art. more

  • 3. Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra

    Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra

    ... Symphony Orchestra celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2009-10. Its success has been defined as "the standard to which all other Florida orchestras should strive. " The JSO performs early every week, September ... more

  • 4. Riverwalk

    Riverwalk

    ... St. Johns River, directly opposite Jacksonville Landing , this 1 1/4-mile wooden zigzag boardwalk is usually filled with joggers, tourists, folks sitting on benches, and lovers walking hand-in-hand, all of them ... more

  • 5. Sterlings of Avondale

    Sterlings of Avondale

    Although it is an \"urban bistro\", this restaurant offers elegant Southern gentility, with a candlelit dining room complete ... more

  • 6. Museum of Southern History

    Museum of Southern History

    ... South is commemorated here via memorabilia and artifacts relating to politics, medicine, local history, weapons and fashion, as well as artifacts from the Civil War. Don't miss the phenomenal 3,000-volume ... more

  • 7. Little Talbot Island State Park

    Little Talbot Island State Park

    ... The Talbot Islands State Park consists of four islands located North of the St. Johns River. The parks offer over five miles of ... more

  • 8. Big Talbot Island State Park

    Big Talbot Island State Park

    ... Island State Park this spring and enjoy the ocean breezes along one of the most scenic shorelines in north Florida. Located where Nassau Sound meets the Atlantic Ocean, Amelia Island State Park offers visitors incredible re... more

  • 9. Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum

    Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum

    ... Theatre & LaVilla Museum is a newly constructed theatre and museum in the historical LaVilla area of downtown Jacksonville. The beautifully designed facility houses a 400-seat theatre. A museum gallery presents traveling ex... more

  • 10. Anheuser-Busch Brewery

    Anheuser-Busch Brewery

    ... how the world's greatest beers are carefully crafted using the highest quality ingredients during complimentary tours. Guests 21 years of age can sample their favorite brews in the Hospitality ... more

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  • 1. River City Brewing Company

    River City Brewing Company

    ... location on the Southbank Riverwalk, this gorgeous restaurant and microbrewery has dramatic waterfront and skyline views. For an even better vantage point, sit outside on the enormous covered deck. The quality of the cuisin... more

  • 2. Mediterrania Restaurant

    Mediterrania Restaurant

    Tucked away at the corner of Baymeadows and San Jose Boulevard, this authentic Greek and Italian ... more

  • 3. Chowder Ted's

    Chowder Ted's

    ... Ted's Incorporated is a three star restaurant in Jacksonville. It's been around for the last 30 years. It's known for its seafood. When you ... more

  • 4. Chart House

    Chart House

    ... in 1961 in Colorado, Chart House now has more than 25 U.S. locations. The restaurants, many of which occupy historic buildings, draw on the local region's natural features, making each one unique. Fresh fish and seafood dom... more

  • 5. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Jacksonville

    Ruth's Chris Steak House - Jacksonville

    ... of a popular New Orleans hangout for politicians features decor of dark woods and comfortable booths, with a separate bar scene. Choice cuts of custom-aged beef arrive in sizzling butter on 500-degree plates. The menu also... more

  • 6. Bistro Aix

    Bistro Aix

    ... place has all the pulse and rhythm of a hipster spot for a boisterous lunch with friends and people-watching. With vaulted copper ceilings, exposed brick, berets on all the kitchen staff and lots of trendy eyewear in the cr... more

  • 7. Maggiano's - Jacksonville

    Maggiano's - Jacksonville

    ... Italy in Jacksonville, located at St. Johns Town Center. Maggiano's specializes in serving lavish portions of authentic Southern Italian cuisine served family-style. Our menu is large and varied, offering a great selection... more

  • 8. Matthew's Restaurant

    Matthew's Restaurant

    ... :Impeccable service, chefs bedecked in toques and the open stainless-steel kitchen create the kind of swanky atmosphere you'd expect to find in a top New York restaurant. Patrons reserve dimly lit tables weeks in advance to... more

  • 9. Vito's Italian Cafe

    Vito's Italian Cafe

    Familiar Italian favorites served ... more

  • 10. Chew Restaurant

    Chew Restaurant

    ... Restaurant, we believe everyone deserves great food at a reasonable price, attentive service, and thoughtful surroundings. We pride ourselves on craftsmanship and attention to detail in everything we do. We use the highest... more

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