Jacksonville, Florida is a place like no other.  As a growing city of more than one million people, it is also the most affordable of Florida’s metropolitan areas. Featuring beaches, sporting events, cultural attractions and cosmopolitan appeal, the area has much to boast about.  All topped off with one of the truest “Old Florida” atmospheres around, complete with centuries-old oak trees and historic landscapes. 

Arts & Leisure

An aquatic way of life thrives here, as Jacksonville is surrounded by several bodies of water including the Atlantic Ocean, the St. Johns River and the Intracoastal Waterway.  When residents tire of watersports such as fishing and boating, there are plenty of land-based activities to keep them occupied.  An afternoon at a Jaguars football game or a tour of The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens might be one of the upcoming weekend’s plans.  The Nation’s Oldest City, St. Augustine, is just a 45-minute drive from Jacksonville and offers eclectic restaurants, beautiful beaches and a treasure trove of history to discover. 

Experience all that Jacksonville has to offer for yourself.  Plan a trip to the Zoo.  Spend a day at the beach.  Purchase tickets to the Symphony.  Attend one of the many events held at the Jacksonville Landing. Pay a visit to the Museum of Contemporary Art.  For more ideas on ways to explore Jacksonville, here’s a few websites to visit:

Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce: www.myjaxchamber.com

Jacksonville and the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau: www.jaxcvb.com                                                                                             

The Florida Times Union newspaper: www.jacksonville.com

Dining

Fresh seafood.  Southern-style barbeque.  Continental cuisine.  Jacksonville has it all.  Find out more about our culinary offerings.

Healthcare

Jacksonville residents have access to the advanced healthcare available through world-class medical facilities including the Mayo Clinic, Nemours Children’s Clinic and Wolfson Children’s Hospital.