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Things to do, places to go and things to eat in Jacksonville, Florida!
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items Things to do in Jacksonville Florida! I've lived in Jacksonville for 10 years and I find myself always gravitating to the same places! Safe to say I have my favorites. It's a big city with lots to do, so sharing places that my family loves. We hope y...
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Outdoor Activities
Our favorite park in Jacksonville! There is a splash pad and play ground for kids. There's a lake you can rent kayaks on and quite a few places around it to grill and eat. There is also the ocean on one side with a beautiful beach and Pavillions to r...
Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park - Jacksonville.gov
On the weekends this farmers market has the best options! A huge variety of produce at great prices and they have a really cool plant store!
Jacksonville Farmers Market
There are quite a few trails here! Some are a little harder than others, but overall they're all pretty easy. Can do with dogs and kids!
Welcome | Jacksonville Arboretum
Our kids favorite park! In a good neighborhood and it has a few trails for taking a walk!
Boone Park
The best beach to find sharks teeth!
Mickler's Landing Beachfront Park
This has a pretty decent sized dog park! There is a side for big dogs and a side for smaller dogs.
Ed Austin Regional Dog Park
So many things to do here! Playground for kids, dog park, disc golf and a paved trail that's about 2 miles long.
Ed Austin Regional Park
Restaurants
The best pizza in town! You can buy a while pie or a slice!
Moon River Pizza
They have some of the best pasta and a really good selection of different options. The avocado club egg rolls and bang bang shrimp are delicious 😋
California Pizza Kitchen at Jacksonville
Fine dining!
Cowford Chophouse
Fine dining!
Ruth's Chris Steak House
This is what I would call a hole-in-the-wall and as authentic as it gets!!! The absolute best Mexican food and vibes!
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Authentic Columbian food and family owned!
Delicias Colombianas
My husband introduced me to this place and it's perfect! It's all you can eat sushi and you order what you want and it comes out in small portions. It's so perfect to be able to eat a little of everything on the menu!
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Other Food & Drinks
Great little coffee shop and it has a drive through!
Brass Tacks Coffee Co.
Arts & Entertainment
This is a great family day in Jacksonville! So much beautiful and unique art. The gardens are breathtaking with a beautiful view of the river. There is a Cafe and a children's area that's perfect for busy toddlers. There is a list of free admission d...
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Also known as RAM. This arts market happens every Saturday. There are a ton of vendors with homemade items. Things like clothes, crafts, teas, garden vegetables, etc. It is under a bridge, so shady and relatively cool. There are a ton of food trucks...
Riverside Arts Market
Perfect family night! You can buy decent priced tickets and get great seats! The kids love it and of course who doesn't want stadium food!
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp
Ice Cream and Dessert
This is going to sound dramatic, but everything I've tried has been mouth watering incredible!! Great desserts without the excessive sweetness.
Light On The Sugar Bakery Café
Arguably some of the best ice cream around! Hand dipped and fancy. You can get an ice cream boat that's perfect for sharing or trying multiple flavors.
Mayday Ice Cream San Marco
Hand dipped and soft serve and all delicious! There's even a drive through!
Bruster's Ice Cream
I am from a small town and this is the only ice cream shop that has satisfied my need for some small town ice cream. Soft serve, flurries, banana splits, milkshakes, sprinkles and fried food are some things on the menu. The prices are immaculate and ...
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