Julie & Mitch
Things To Do
St. Johns Town Center
With over 1.2 million square feet of open-air shopping and 175+ retailers and 20+ restaurants, the St. Johns Town Center is Jacksonville’s shopping and dining mecca. There’s everything from Target to Tiffany & Co. and something for everyone – whether you’re a savvy saver or a luxury lover. Browse through your favorite stores, stop to grab drinks and food, play Top Golf, and more!
Riverside/Avondale
Eclectic, bohemian, historic and hip, those are a few words often used to describe this Jacksonville District. Voted as one of the country’s Top 10 Great Neighborhoods, and listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, the Riverside/Avondale district has a unique mix of history, culture, charm and modern design. Located just a few blocks from the St. Johns River, the district’s “Five Points” area is a bohemian neighborhood with funky coffee shops, outdoor cafés, great local dining, one-of-a-kind shopping, nightclubs, antique stores and more. The Shoppes of Avondale, another highlight of this district, has an eclectic mix of locally owned restaurants, clothing boutiques and Spanish-moss-covered, oak-lined streets. Beautiful historic homes and grand city parks are the norm in Riverside/Avondale.
The Jacksonville Beaches
Enjoy time relaxing and strolling the Jacksonville beaches, surfing, swimming, or kayaking. The beaches have many great restaurants to dine at too!
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Get your fix of over 2000 animals and 1000 plants at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.
San Marco Historic District
Take a stroll through the San Marco Square to browse through their many shops and boutiques, while also stopping to enjoy coffee or a bite to eat.
Beaches Town Center
Located where Atlantic and Neptune Beach meet, this quaint and relaxing shopping and dining hub offers some of the best shopping and dining in Jacksonville. Stroll through one-of-a-kind shops, beachy stores, art galleries and delicious dining options just feet from the ocean!
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Enjoy fine art and European-inspired gardens along the St. Johns River at the Cummer. Originally the home of art collector Ninah Mae Holden Cummer, the museum focuses on diverse, dynamic art and the beauty of nature. With an expansive, interactive children’s exhibit, the Cummer is the perfect attraction for art lovers of all ages.