Jacksonville, FL Hotel Attractions

Jacksonville Beach Jacksonville Fishing Pier Florida Historical Museum Jacksonville Adventure Florida Hanna Park Florida Mayo Clinic Downtown Jacksonville Jacksonville Municipal Stadium Forida Convention Center Florida Budweiser Brewery Jacksonville Events

Visit the Jacksonville Museum of Contemporary Art or the Beaches Area Historical Museum. You’ll find fun for everyone in Jacksonville, and the Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville Beach gives you the perfect place to stay and see Jacksonville’s many attractions.

Downtown Jacksonville Beach.

First settled by the French in 1562, the Jacksonville Beach area enjoys a long and storied history. Today, downtown Jacksonville Beach is great place for shopping, walks on the beach and water activities. For more information about free things to do and see in Jacksonville, Florida, visit www.experiencejax.com.  You can also rent a number of items for the beach such as bikes, boogie boards, chairs and umbrellas. Visit www.rentbeachstuff.com for more information.

Fishing Pier.

Jacksonville is famed for fishing and the Fishing Pier is one of the city’s most famous sites. Grab a pole and hit the 1,300-foot long pier. The Jacksonville Fishing Pier features a bait shop, concession area, multiple fish cleaning stations and public restrooms. Fishermen are limited to three rods per person.  [Top]

Beaches Area Historical Museum.

The Beaches Area Historical Museum documents Jacksonville’s rich history, which dates back to the mid-16th century and can be traced through French and Spanish colonists. The Beaches Area Historical Museum is run by the Beaches Area Historical Society of Pablo Historical Park, Jacksonville Beach, Florida. For more details about visiting the museum, go to www.beachesareahistoricalsociety.com.

Adventure Landing.

Adventure Landing is a top Jacksonville attraction that offers year-round family fun and excitement with miniature golf, laser tag, arcade action, go-kart speedway for racing action, as well as a formidable water park featuring the newest slide called “The Undertow”. Adventure Landing offers several locations around the United States and is open seven days a week. To learn more about Jacksonville, Florida’s Adventure Landing, visit www.adventurelanding.com.  [Top]

Hanna Park.

Hanna Park is found along the Timucuan Trail and draws many kinds of water sports enthusiasts from kayakers to swimmers. Hannah Park is widely known for spectacular ocean views and top surfing, plus offers beautiful forest and hiking trails. For more details about one of Jacksonville’s top attractions, visit www.floridaparks.com/floridacampgrounds/kathyrnabbeyhannapark.htm.

Mayo Clinic and Hospital.

The Mayo Clinic and Hospital has long been regarded as one of the world’s top medical facilities. The newly built Jacksonville, Florida Mayo Clinic and Hospital staffs more than 300 doctors and provides state-of-the-art care and treatment. To learn more about Jacksonville’s Mayo Clinic and Hospital, visit www.mayoclinic.org/jacksonville.  [Top]

Downtown Jacksonville.

Downtown Jacksonville is the cultural hub for local history and arts. In addition to the City Center, which is home to the mayor and government, you’ll find many museums and sites. The 60,000-square-foot Jacksonville Museum of Contemporary Art is located in the downtown area next to the Main Library. For additional info on Downtown Jacksonville and more things to do, visit www.downtownjacksonville.org.

Jacksonville Municipal Stadium.

The Jacksonville Municipal Stadium offers one of the world’s top football venues and is one of the most exciting attractions in Jacksonville. Home to the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Jacksonville Municipal Stadium has previously played host to the NFL Super Bowl. For more info on this top Jacksonville attraction, visit www.jaguars.com/stadium.  [Top]

Prime Osborn Convention Center.

The Prime Osborn Convention Center was originally built as a train station, but has not been used by a railroad since 1974. Today, this monumental and beautiful historical building is a spectacular convention center. For more details about visiting the Prime Osborn Convention Center, go to http://www.jaxevents.com/primeosborn.php.

Budweiser Brewery.

The Budweiser Brewery ranks as one of the best things to do in Jacksonville, Florida. See the Beechwood Aging Cellars and experience the rich history of brewing and taste test beers at the facility. For daily tour schedules and events, visit www.budweisertours.com/docs/florida.htm.  [Top]

Jacksonville Events

Chris Tucker Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 7/15/2011 2011 World Baton Twirling Federation (WBTF) International Cup Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena 8/4/2011 - 8/7/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Atlanta Falcons EverBank Field 8/19/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. St. Louis Rams EverBank Field 9/1/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans EverBank Field 9/11/2011 Heart and Soul:Feat. The O'Jays, Erykah Badu & Rickey Smiley Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena 9/17/2011 Quiltfest 2011 Prime Osborn Convention Center 9/22/2011 - 9/24/2011 Spirit of America Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena 9/23/2011 - 9/23/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. New Orleans Saints EverBank Field 10/2/2011 The 2011-2012 Florida Forum Ted Koppel Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 10/4/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Cincinnati Bengals EverBank Field 10/9/2011 South Pacific Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 10/11/2011 - 10/16/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Baltimore Ravens EverBank Field 10/24/2011 Florida/GeorgiaNCAA Football EverBank Field 10/29/2011 Taylor Swift Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena 11/11/2011

Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Houston Texans EverBank Field 11/27/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. San Diego Chargers EverBank Field 12/5/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers EverBank Field 12/11/2011 Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts EverBank Field 1/1/2012 Progressive Gator Bowl EverBank Field 1/2/2012 Wicked Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 1/5/2012 - 1/22/2012 26.2 Breast Cancer Marathon Jacksonville Beach 2/10/2012 - 2/12/2011 Disney's Phineas and Ferb Live! On Tour Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 3/10/2012 Jersey Boys Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 3/13/2012 - 4/1/2012 The 2011-2012 Florida Forum: Dr. Condoleezza Rice Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 4/4/2012 Springing The Blues Music Festival Jacksonville Beach 4/13/2012 - 4/15/2012 Tournament Players Championship (TPC) Golf Tournament TPC Sawgrass 5/7/2012 - 5/13/2012 Les Miserables Times Union Center for the Performing Arts 5/3/2012 - 5/6/2012 Air and Sea Spectacular Jacksonville Beach 11/2/2012 - 11/3/2012

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