Neighborhood Art Maps
There's no shortage of public art in Jacksonville. Download one of the maps below and start your tour today.
Self-Guided Tours
Explore Jacksonville through one of our self-guided tours. Travel at your own pace and pick the stops you want to make.
There's so much to see in Jacksonville, it can be difficult to map out your ideal sightseeing adventure. We've made it easy for you with our list of must-do self-guided tours. Search through arts & culture, history, and nature tours all right here in the city.
Arts & Culture Tours
The beauty in Jacksonville is waiting to be uncovered.
Jacksonville has a flourishing arts and culture scene, from the impactful public art in Downtown Jax, to the wide variety of museums and galleries throughout the city. Don't miss out on some of the best photo ops and sightseeing in the city with our arts & culture itineraries.
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Here are a few MUST-DO experiences you just can’t miss!
We’ve Got Art Walks All the Time
Pick a day and a neighborhood and you’ll find a place to enjoy local art.
Neighborhood Tours
No matter where you venture, you'll find Jacksonville's unique brand of Southern hospitality and charm. Explore the diverse neighborhoods that make up the City.
Ortega Historic Neighborhood Tour
The Ortega neighborhood got its start in the early 1900’s when J. Pierpont Morgan completed the wooden bridge connecting Ortega…
Arlington Historic Neighborhood Tour
12 Stops to Explore in Old Arlington
Riverside Avondale Historic Neighborhood Tour
The riverfront districts, known for their beautiful architecture, were founded after the Great Fire of 1901 in Downtown displaced thousands…
San Marco Historic Neighborhood Tour
The quaint San Marco neighborhood is home to many historic spots.
Beaches/Mayport Historic Neighborhood Tour
Explore the Beaches most historical sites on this self-guided neighborhood tour!
Springfield Historic Neighborhood Tour
Springfield has a great collection of historic homes and buildings.
Historic Homes of Riverside Tour
Listed in the National Registry of Historic Places, Riverside is one of Jacksonville’s oldest and coolest neighborhoods. Voted as one…
Nature Tours
Find out how to tour the outdoors in Jacksonville.
There's plenty to see in nature while you're in Jacksonville. While you might stumble across many unique green spaces on your own, use our itineraries to guide your way through the breathtaking scenery. Discover Florida wildlife or tour historic neighborhoods for a memorable outdoor adventure.
Nature Tour: Where to Spot Dolphins in JAX
A guide to enjoying dolphin-watching while in Jacksonville.
Best Biking Trails In Jax
Cycling is one of the many experiences that can be enjoyed in Jacksonville.
Beaches Tours
Discover all there is to do and see on Jacksonville's 22 miles of beaches.
Beaches/Mayport Historic Neighborhood Tour
Explore the Beaches most historical sites on this self-guided neighborhood tour!
Water Tours
Take the less traditional route to explore this River City from the water! You don’t need a boat of your own, just tag along on one of these local tours and explore…
History Tours
From the days of the Timucuan Indians to the architectural renaissance following the Great Fire of 1901 to the 21st century hosting of the Super Bowl XXIV, Jacksonville has made it's mark on history.
Jacksonville has a rich history, with ties to the Civil War, the Timucua indigenous peoples, and a disastrous fire in 1901 that led to the restoration of the Downtown architecture. Take a tour of the city's historic buildings, Kingsley Plantation, or the Black Heritage Trail. Be sure to check out the tours of each Jacksonville neighborhood, each with its own unique story.
Rent a bike at a neighborhood shop or set out on foot around the Riverside Avondale neighborhood which forms one of the South’s largest neighborhoods designated on the National Register of Historic Places. The Riverside Avondale Preservation Society has created a free, multimedia podcast to guide you along the historic, moss-draped streets of the neighborhood. Explore the trails and historic sites of the Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve. Hike around Kingsley Plantation or find lesser-known sites like the foundation of the home of Willie Browne, the last private owner of the Preserve's Theodore Roosevelt Area.
Jacksonville is rich with African American history; explore stops along Florida's Black Heritage Trail, including the Catharine Street Fire Station, now home to the Jacksonville Fire Museum and the Clara White Mission, founded by a former slave and in operation for over 100 years.
Four Forts of the First Coast
Are you a history buff? Ever wondered what life was like long before Columbus made the journey across the Atlantic? Check out four historical forts spanning the “first coast” of Florida – the first settled area in America. Fort Caroline, Fort Clinch, Fort Matnazas, and Castillo de San Marcos.
Explore even more history tours in Jacksonville below or use the map to visit the places in Jacksonville where you can learn about the areas history.
Jacksonville in the Movies
“On location in Jacksonville,” has been part of movie production history for over one hundred years. From the silent movie era to today’s modern films, it's entertaining to watch scenes with Jacksonville in the background.
Jacksonville’s Downtown Historic Buildings Tour
The architectural history of Jacksonville’s Downtown area is very unique due to a 1901 cataclysmic fire that burnt down the majority of the Downtown area and sparked an architectural renaissance which changed the face of the city.
