Bridgette’s guidebook
Food scene
Upscale dining river front. They have a fabulous happy hour in the bar from 4-7pm, half off cocktails and discounted appetizers.
18 locals recommend
Chart House
1501 Riverplace BlvdUpscale dining river front. They have a fabulous happy hour in the bar from 4-7pm, half off cocktails and discounted appetizers.
First Watch - Southside
4490 Southside BlvdFarm to table breakfast. Serves lunch as well but breakfast is amazing!
V Pizza - San Marco
1406 Hendricks AveThe Local
301 Atlantic BlvdAmazing Brunch!
Neighborhoods
Upscale Riverside is home to the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, with works by the likes of Norman Rockwell and Winslow Homer. On Saturdays, the Riverside Arts Market offers local art and live music, plus food trucks. Trendy eateries and gastropubs mix with cool bars and specialty coffee shops, while vintage boutiques cluster in the eclectic Five Points district. On the waterfront, Memorial Park has tree-lined paths.
99 locals recommend
Riverside
Upscale Riverside is home to the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, with works by the likes of Norman Rockwell and Winslow Homer. On Saturdays, the Riverside Arts Market offers local art and live music, plus food trucks. Trendy eateries and gastropubs mix with cool bars and specialty coffee shops, while vintage boutiques cluster in the eclectic Five Points district. On the waterfront, Memorial Park has tree-lined paths.
The quaint San Marco area centers on its leafy namesake square, a lively hub with indie boutiques and casual eateries serving brunch, pizza and ice cream. Chic bistros and trendy bars dot surrounding streets. The art deco San Marco Theatre shows art-house movies and new releases, and rock bands play at intimate venue Jack Rabbits Live. The neighborhood is also known for its old riverfront mansions.
105 locals recommend
San Marco
The quaint San Marco area centers on its leafy namesake square, a lively hub with indie boutiques and casual eateries serving brunch, pizza and ice cream. Chic bistros and trendy bars dot surrounding streets. The art deco San Marco Theatre shows art-house movies and new releases, and rock bands play at intimate venue Jack Rabbits Live. The neighborhood is also known for its old riverfront mansions.
Very quaint area with mom and pop shops, souvenir shop and restaurants. This area of the beach is more family oriented compared to Jax beach. Free parking on the streets.
76 locals recommend
Neptune Beach
Very quaint area with mom and pop shops, souvenir shop and restaurants. This area of the beach is more family oriented compared to Jax beach. Free parking on the streets.
Shopping
Outdoor mall with known fashion, home goods & electronics brands, sit-down dining & quick snacks.
418 locals recommend
St Johns Town Center
4663 River City DrOutdoor mall with known fashion, home goods & electronics brands, sit-down dining & quick snacks.
Things to do
Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.
134 locals recommend
Topgolf
10531 Brightman BlvdSprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.
Vast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone.
321 locals recommend
Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens
370 Zoo PkwyVast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone.
Drive on the beach or park at the picnic area where they have a swimming area. Charges by the car for entry.
89 locals recommend
Huguenot Memorial Park
10980 Heckscher DrDrive on the beach or park at the picnic area where they have a swimming area. Charges by the car for entry.
Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts.
121 locals recommend
Adventure Landing Jacksonville Beach
1944 Beach BlvdAquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts.
Trampoline arena, charges by the hour. No charge for parents unless you are jumping too.
Surge Adventure Park
9292 Arlington ExpyTrampoline arena, charges by the hour. No charge for parents unless you are jumping too.
Sightseeing
Great for families to hike & sight see. Open daily till 5. Free entry and free parking.
61 locals recommend
Jacksonville Arboreteum & Gardens
1445 Millcoe RdGreat for families to hike & sight see. Open daily till 5. Free entry and free parking.
If you enjoy history and state parks this is all free. Memorial park for a historical, short-lived French settlement, with a visitor center & bookstore.
33 locals recommend
Fort Caroline National Memorial
12713 Fort Caroline RdIf you enjoy history and state parks this is all free. Memorial park for a historical, short-lived French settlement, with a visitor center & bookstore.
1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views.
41 locals recommend
Southbank Riverwalk
1001 Museum Cir1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views.
City/town information
Many quaint shops, attractions, food and snacks. Only 45 min away, great day trip for families.
821 locals recommend
St. Augustine
Many quaint shops, attractions, food and snacks. Only 45 min away, great day trip for families.
for kids
Best park in Jacksonville! Worth the drive. Recreation site with a playground, walking trail, sport courts, playing field & picnic areas.
33 locals recommend
South Beach Park and Sunshine Playground
2514 S Beach PkwyBest park in Jacksonville! Worth the drive. Recreation site with a playground, walking trail, sport courts, playing field & picnic areas.