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September 18, 2021
Jacksonville, Florida
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We know Jacksonville is a little far, but here are some fun things to do in town and the surrounding areas!
The Jax Ale Trail

The Jax Ale Trail

Jacksonville, FL

Enjoy a fun craft beer tour stopping at more than 10 different craft breweries around town either through the two different tours, Brew Bus Jacksonville or Play Harder Tours, or even go on a self-guided one!

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

370 Zoo Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32218
, (904) 757-4463

Spend an afternoon with animals from South America all the way to Africa and not to mention the beautiful surrounding gardens!

St. Johns Town Center

St. Johns Town Center

Jacksonville, FL 32246

Wanting to do any last minute (or just for fun!) shopping? St. Johns Town Center has just about any store you can imagine plus delicious places to eat, in case you get hungry!

Kingsley Plantation

Kingsley Plantation

11676 Palmetto Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32226
, (904) 251-3537

This beautiful waterfront historical National Park is perfect for those wanting to do some exploring. There is a lot of rich history to see on Kingsley between the barn and the old slave quarters.

Jacksonville's "Hands On" Children's Museum

Jacksonville's "Hands On" Children's Museum

8580 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32216
, (904) 642-2688

Looking for something to do for the kids? Visit the Hands-On Children’s Museum packed with tons of fun things such as a grocery store with checkout aisles to a small bank!

Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville

Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville

301 A Philip Randolph Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32202
, (904) 358-2846

Baseball is deeply rooted in Jacksonville dating back to 1938. Spend a laid back evening watching the Double-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins, the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.

Mickler's Landing

Mickler's Landing

1100-1110 A1A North, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

If you’re looking for a quiet beach filled with seashells and maybe an occasional shark tooth, Mickler’s Landing is the perfect place to relax.

Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach, FL

Jacksonville Beach meets up against the Boardwalk for those who want a little more excitement and things to do while also getting to enjoy the Florida beaches.

Castillo de San Marcos

Castillo de San Marcos

1 S Castillo Dr, St. Augustine, FL 32084
, (904) 829-6506

Enjoy the views of the oldest city in Florida from the Castillo! This National Monument is over 315 years old and is the oldest masonry fort in the continental U.S., while also being the largest. There are guided tours available upon admission for those who want more history on the large interior courtyard/gun deck along with the various rooms that once housed soldiers and prisoners.

St Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum

St Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum

St. Augustine, FL 32080
, (904) 829-0745

Get in an afternoon work out by climbing all 219 steps to the top of the St. Augustine Lighthouse that was completed in 1874. There is plenty of detail to admire such as the hand-cut beehive prism lens.

Saint Augustine Distillery

Saint Augustine Distillery

112 Riberia Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
, (904) 825-4962

Enjoy a free distillery tour along with a complimentary tasting of Bourbon, Vodka, Gin, or Rum! These handcrafted spirits are sourced with the best local and regional agriculture and are made according to the pioneer tradition of American distilling.

San Sebastian Winery

San Sebastian Winery

157 King Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084
, (904) 826-1594

After walking around historic downtown, just a few blocks down you can indulge in a complimentary winery tour and wine tasting. The San Sebastian winery was founded in 1996 and offers a variety of award winning wines.

Monorail Station - Magic Kingdom

Monorail Station - Magic Kingdom

Orlando, FL 32836

Spend the day at any of Disney’s many different parks such as Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, or Hollywood Studios. Want to cool off while still getting to enjoy one of Disney’s Parks? Grab your sunscreen and head over to either Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach! Take a walk around Downtown Disney, now known as Disney Springs, for some excellent shopping and delicious food!

Sea World Drive

Sea World Drive

Sea World Drive, Orlando, FL 32821

If you want to spend time getting to see all of the animals in the ocean make your way Sea World or Aquatica, Sea Worlds fantastic water park! In case you want to get even closer to the wonderful animals of the sea, head over to Discovery Cove where you can have the opportunity to swim with dolphins!

Universal Studios Plaza

Universal Studios Plaza

Universal Studios Plaza, Orlando, FL 32819

If you love roller coasters then Island of Adventure is the place for you. Universal Studios and Island of Adventure both offer a Harry Potter World with various rides and shops where you can live like a wizard for a day!

ICON Orlando™ 360

ICON Orlando™ 360

8401 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
, (321) 888-2690

Take a trip on the iconic Orlando Eye that climbs 400ft into the sky. With nightly entertainment, 40+ bars, restaurants and casual shopping, there is plenty to do after your decent from the sky.

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