Quick Summary: The 840-mile beauty of Jacksonville is packed with fun things to do for the whole family, including splendid nature parks, beautiful beaches, nature-filled waterways, charming public gardens, and interesting galleries and museums.


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Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens

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Jacksonville Farmers Market

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Tree Hill Nature Center

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Little Talbot Island State Park

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Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve

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The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary

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MOSH! The Museum of Science and History

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Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville

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Amelia Island State Park

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Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

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