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Jacksonville Zoo Carousel (courtesy, Jacksonville CVB)
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Jacksonville Family Highlights

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
  • Build sandcastles and fish from the pier at Jacksonville Beach
  • Get soaked at Adventure Landing water park
  • Explore the galaxies at the Museum of Science & History's planetarium
  • Fish, swim, and stroll at Little Talbot Island State Park
  • Let little ones romp at Kids Zone, the Jacksonville Zoo's new children's play area

Jacksonville Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

Water defines Jacksonville, a major commercial center for northeastern Florida and southern Georgia. One of the nation's few north-flowing rivers, the wide St. Johns snakes through the city, and boating on the Intracoastal Waterway and swimming off Atlantic beaches beckon just 20 minutes away. Add to the mix Jacksonville's cultural attractions, and the city is worth a stop, especially for families traveling to Orlando or other Florida playgrounds further down the coast.

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Hotels

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Amelia Island Plantation
6800 First Coast Highway Bldg A
Amelia Island, FL 32035
Hotel Class: 3 class stars
Distance: 19.8 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.5 out of 5 6 reviews
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Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
225 East Coast Line Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 0.6 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.0 out of 5 23 reviews
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Omni Jacksonville Hotel
245 Water Street
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 0.6 Miles
(from destination center)
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4.4 out of 5 14 reviews
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Attractions

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Jacksonville beaches
550 Water St., Suite 1000
Jacksonville, Florida 32202 Map
Distance: 0.7 Miles (from destination center)
Description: The white, sandy beaches of Jacksonville span... Read More
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Jacksonville Museum of Science and History
1025 Museum Circle
Jacksonville, Florida 32207 Map
Distance: 1.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Nicknamed MOSH, this museum overlooks the St.... Read More
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Little Talbot Island State Park
12157 Heckscher Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32226 Map
Distance: 16.0 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Nature lovers will undoubtedly fall in love with... Read More
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Jacksonville Vacation Rentals

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Awesome Sunsets at a River Estate
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3.5 Sleeps: 10
Amenities: No Pets, Non-Smoking, Swimming Pool
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La Grange Micouleau Montlezun
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Sleeps: 9
Amenities: BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Central heating, Dishwasher, Laundry, Microwave, TV
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WHITEWATER Trophy Trout Stream-Luxury Cabin Georgia Mountains- Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.5 Sleeps: 12
Amenities: DVD Player, Foosball Table, Hot Tub, Jacuzzi, Kitchenette, Pool Table, Wireless Internet Access
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