Hidden gems: Tourist Attractions in Jacksonville

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Jacksonville. This list contains 19 places from Tourist Attractions category.

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Sunflower Mural
Tourist attraction
👍👍 I totally love this Sunflower Mural painted by Brenda Kato and Mary Allegretti!! I happened to be in the neighborhood and saw this awesome mural and just had to jump out and take a selfie. It obviously took a lot of time and creativity to put together this work of art. I will definitely be showing o...
5.00 (82 reviews)
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Explore Jax Core
Sightseeing tour agency
👍👍 I wanted to do something special to celebrate my birthday with my sister friends and decided to give Explore Jax Core a try. From the moment I spoke to Yolanda she wowed me with her professionalism and presentation. She took us to our destination then we toured downtown Jax. She was very informative...
5.00 (36 reviews)
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Jack's Christmas Light Spectacular
Tourist attraction
👍👍 i love the lights jack has put up!!!! they are overall amazing and the nicest community especially raising money for charity! LOVE THE LIGHT SHOW
5.00 (20 reviews)
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Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Wall
Historical landmark
This landmark granite monument wall memorializes more than 1,500 local American war veterans.
4.90 (93 reviews)
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Mandarin Museum and Historical Society
History museum
In addition to exploring the region's history, this quaint riverside museum showcases local artists.
4.80 (133 reviews)
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Theodore Roosevelt Area at Timucuan Preserve
Nature preserve
Tranquil nature area featuring miles of woodland trails, a bird observation platform & restrooms.
4.80 (133 reviews)
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Jessie Ball DuPont Park
Park
👍👍 Beautiful, I got married here!!
4.80 (101 reviews)
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Smiths lights on rue
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Our family really loved and enjoyed seeing the Smiths beautifully decorated Christmas displays at their home!!!🎅🎄⛄!!! There were so many unique inflatables that we have never seen anywhere else before...and even the backyard was completely decorated beautifully also!!! Being able to walk through...
4.80 (88 reviews)
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Jax Brew Bus
Sightseeing tour agency
👍👍 Super fun! We had a great group met a bunch of people and didnt have to drive!!
4.80 (12 reviews)
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Visitor Center Fort Caroline
Visitor center
👍👍 Jim the volunteer and the gift shop was fabulous. I really nice gentleman.. at the stop sign turn right onto Fort Caroline Road this area, Fort was billed in 1565, wow. The history here is absolutely incredible. Great hiking. I WOULD RECOMMEND
4.70 (101 reviews)
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Betz-Tiger Point Preserve
Park
👍👍 The Blue Trail begins just beyond this area. This is the shortest of the three trails in the Preserve. It boasts a small dock for fishing in the creek/marsh. All trails are blazed. In some places the Yellow Trail is marked by metallic reflectors in trees. In other places one can almost lose the tra...
4.70 (86 reviews)
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Riverwalk Brooklyn, Jacksonville
Park
👍👍 Great view of Downtown Jacksonville. The nearby restaurants give it an extra touch.
4.70 (75 reviews)
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Driftwood Beach
Tourist attraction
👍 Can be misleading when first entering as it seems to look like a forest park but the beach is behind it. The forest trail is quite long so a water bottle for the non sporty is advised. But the hike to the beach is really worth it.
4.70 (29 reviews)
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Jacksonville Arboretum Parking
Hiking area
👍 Good walking trails. Bathrooms need attention. Alot of attention.H20 needed. Trails good .Map helps want more signage on trails.Nice atmosphere. Beautiful lake and seating area. Peaceful. Bring sun block and maybe bug spray and water for hydration. Parking good. $3.00 voluntarily entry. Overall, B...
4.60 (66 reviews)
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Cancer Survivor's Park
Park
👍👍 The Cancer Survivor’s Park is easy to access and fun to explore. The mini bridges and messages of hope and encouragement along with a unique sculpture make it worth a visit.
4.60 (39 reviews)
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Museum of Southern History
Museum
🫤 The whole museum has zero mentions of slavery and the curator tried to tell me that you can't prove Nathan Bedford Forrest was the first Grand Wizard of the Klan. I promise you can. Parents beware, this museum genuinely thinks the wrong side won the Civil War. The second star is for the Lincoln cas...
4.50 (66 reviews)
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Acosta Bridge
Bridge
👍👍 I love the Acosta bridge but what I stumbled upon today was shocking... Bridges unite us not divide us😐
4.50 (33 reviews)
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Fort George Island Cultural State Park
State park
Island park with visitor center & in historical resort allows for biking, hiking, boating & fishing.
4.50 (28 reviews)
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Gardens at Trout River Plaza
Garden
👍👍 My 3 year old son had a blast!! Enjoyed himself for hours!
4.50 (22 reviews)
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