Boasting 22 miles of beaches, Jacksonville, on Florida’s northeast coast, is a city of diverse neighborhoods with a top-notch arts and culture scene, unbeatable food, and a wide variety of family-friendly attractions, parks, and nature preserves.

As a native of Northeast Florida, I love exploring Downtown Jacksonville with my children. From museums, art festivals and more – there are so many fun ways to explore Downtown as a family. Here are a few of our favorite spots – Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville

From rustic and untouched Jacksonville area beaches, to bustling ports with piers and boardwalks, this area boasts a rich history. Choose to keep your days busy swimming, surfing or fishing, or simply pull up your beach chair and enjoy the view.

A vacation day trip from Jacksonville can mean driving south and cruising the beaches along Florida’s Atlantic Coast, going west to hike in a national forest or splash in the freshwater springs, visit historic landmarks, and so much more.

The beaches of Jacksonville, FL, land that stretches between Mayport and the sands of Vilano Beach on Florida’s east coast, may be the only populated barrier island in the country without a name.

As the Jacksonville area’s northernmost beach town, Atlantic Beach in Northeast Florida has much to offer visitors looking to enjoy some time on the water and explore a laid-back, walkable town center, all while being close to all of the amenities of a major city.

JACKSONVILLE BOAT SHOW — The Jacksonville Marine Association invites your gang to join them for three days packed with boat displays, kids’ activities and seminars. ST. PETERSBURG POWER AND SAILBOAT SHOW — With bragging rights as the largest power and sailboat show on the Gulf Coast, this four-day affair is enhanced with events like kids ...

Wherever your Florida travels take you, you can proudly shop local knowing you’re supporting some of the Sunshine State’s best Black-owned businesses. Here’s a list of some Black-owned businesses in North, Central and South Florida...

1293 W 19th St, Jacksonville, FL 32209 (904) 598-9567 Open by appointment, the Durkeeville Historical Society Museum chronicles the history of Durkeeville, a pleasant, small, historic African-American neighborhood situated northwest of downtown Jacksonville.

The Jacksonville area has 22 miles of beaches. The city’s main beaches – Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Mayport Beach and Atlantic Beach – are public and pet-friendly if the family pooch is along for the trip.