• January 9, 2025 - Updated with new information since originally published.
  • Please support our journalism through affiliate links. Affiliate Disclosure
  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens

2. Southbank Riverwalk, Jacksonville, FL

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Courtesy of Lee Barnwell - Fotolia.com

3. MOSH! The Museum of Science and History

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© The Museum of Science and History

4. Riverside and Avondale

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Riverside and Avondale

5. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Courtesy of Jackie DeBusk - Fotolia.com

6. Riverside Arts Market

Category: Shopping & Stuff
© Riverside Arts Market

7. Big Talbot Island State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Sean Board/stock.adobe.com

8. The Jax Ale Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Courtesy of Visit Jacksonville

9. Salt Life Food Shack

© Salt Life Food Shack

10. Now & Zen Sailing Charters

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Courtesy of Ryan Ketterman/Visit Jacksonville

11. Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© steveottie/stock.adobe.com

12. Little Talbot Island State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Courtesy of Jackie DeBusk - Fotolia.com

13. Theatre Jacksonville

Category: Entertainment Near Me
© Courtesy of Jaroslav Machacek - Fotolia.com

14. Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Courtesy of Saskia - Fotolia.com

15. The St. Johns Town Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© The St. Johns Town Center

16. Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Courtesy of Fotoluminate LLC - Fotolia.com

17. Mellow Mushroom

© Mellow Mushroom

18. Fort George Island Cultural State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Courtesy of Sandra G Arts Photos - Fotolia.com

19. Hanna Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Norm/stock.adobe.com

20. The Florida Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
© The Florida Theatre

21. Castaway Island Preserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Donna/stock.adobe.com

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • From romantic river views and great beaches to must-see museums and family-friendly attractions, Jacksonville is a fun weekend destination.
  • Visit the Cummer Museum of Art, have a romantic dinner, go for a stroll in a park, or take a day trip.
  • If you have time to spare, there are a number of great day trips from Jacksonville to choose from.

Map:


Plan Your Trip

Get Ready to Go!

Need some more help?


Go to travel reservations.