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The City of Jacksonville, FL

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Jacksonville, Florida is the thirteenth most populated city in the United States, with 813,518 residents. Jacksonville ranks as the number 1 most populated city in the state of Florida, and is located in Duval County. The largest nearby city to Jacksonville is Jacksonville Beach, approximately 20 miles from the city center.

There are several family restaurants in or near Jacksonville, including Larry's Giant Subs, J T'S Bar B Q, Dairy Queen of Oceanway, Sam's Truck Stop and Cross Creek Steakhouse & Ribs. For a larger selection of Jacksonville restaurants select our Restaurants tab above.

Visitors and residents can enjoy nearby Jacksonville Golf Courses, Zoos and/or Museums, including the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Alexander Brest Museum and Gallery, Pine Lakes Golf Course, First Church of Christ Scientist (Jacksonville Florida) and North/West Course at Fernandina Beach Municipal Golf Course. For a more complete list of attractions in or around the city of Jacksonville please click on the Attractions tab above.

The following 2 airports are located in or near Jacksonville:
- Jacksonville Craig Municipal Airport (CRG)
- Jacksonville Intl. Airport (JAX)

Jacksonville, Florida Climate and Weather

Current Weather in Jacksonville
In the month of December, Jacksonville experiences an average high temperature of 66 degrees Fahrenheit. Low temperaturs in December are usually about 49 degrees with an average rainfall of 2.2 inches.

The seasonal climate varies in Jacksonville with daytime temperatures averaging 89 degrees in the summer, and 65 degrees in the winter months. Visitors can also expect Jacksonville to receive an average of 2.49 inches of rainfall per/month during winter months and 5.27 inches of rainfall per/month in the summer months.

The temperature has been known to get as high as 0 degrees in the summer and as low as 0 degrees in the winter so visitors planning a vacation to Jacksonville should check the weather forecast to determine proper attire prior to departure. Spring and Fall bring average daytime temperatures of 79 degrees, and nighttime lows of 63.


                                                                                    
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Jacksonville, Florida Attractions

East South Course At Sawgrass Country Club Ponte Vedra Beach Florida
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East/South Course at Sawgrass Country Club  - Ponte Vedra Beach,
The East/South Course at Sawgrass Country Club is a 27 hole resort golf course in Saint Johns County Florida. Built in 1973, this Ponte Vedra Beach course designed by Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 904-273-3720. The golf course dress code is as follows: No denim, collared shirt and bermuda shorts required.
Address: 10034 Golf Club Dr, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
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Fernandina Beach  - Fernandina Beach,
Fernandina Beach is a city in Nassau County in the state of Florida in the US of America and on Amelia Island. The area was first inhabited by the Timucuan Indian tribe. Known as the "Isle of 8 Flags", it had the following flags flown over it since 1562: France, Spain, Great Britain, Spain, the Patriots of Amelia Island, the Green Cross of Florida, Mexico, the Confederate States of America, and the United States.
First Church Of Christ Scientist Jacksonville Florida
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First Church of Christ, Scientist (Jacksonville, Florida)  - Jacksonville,
The former First Church of Christ, Scientist located at 101 West 1st Street, in Jacksonville, Florida in the US is an historic 1921 Classical Revival structure, which is listed as No. SP-61 by the Jacksonville Historic Landmarks Commission. It is a contributing property in the Springfield Historic District.

 

Folkston Golf Club Georgia
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Folkston Golf Club  - , Folkston,
The Folkston Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Charlton County Georgia. Built in 1954, this Folkston course designed by Ed Matson is open all year. For tee time information call the pro shop at 912-496-7155. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.

 


Address: 202 Country Club Rd, Folkston, GA 31537
Fort Caroline National Memorial Jacksonville Florida
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Fort Caroline National Memorial  - Jacksonville,
Fort Caroline was the first French colony in the present-day United States. Established in what is now Jacksonville, Florida, on June 22, 1564, under the leadership of Rene Goulaine de Laudonniere, it was intended as a refuge for the Huguenots. It lasted one year before being obliterated by the Spanish. The site is now operated as Fort Caroline National Memorial.
Fort Clinch State Park Fernandina Beach Florida
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Fort Clinch State Park  - Fernandina Beach,
The Fort Clinch State Park is a Florida State Park, located on a peninsula near the northernmost point of Amelia Island, along the Amelia River. Its 1,100 acres include the 19th century Fort Clinch, sand dunes, plains, maritime hammock and estuarine tidal marsh. The park/fort lies to the northeast of Fernandina Beach at the entrance to the Cumberland Sound.
Hyde Park Golf Club Jacksonville Florida
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Hyde Park Golf Club  - Jacksonville,
The Hyde Park Golf Club is an 18 hole public golf course in Duval County Florida. Built in 1925, this Jacksonville course designed by Donald Ross is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 904-786-5410. The golf course dress code is as follows: Collared shirt, no cutoffs, denim OK.
Address: 6439 Hyde Grove Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32210
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Jacksonville Beach  - Jacksonville Beach,
Jacksonville Beach is a city on the Atlantic coast of Duval County, Florida, east of Jacksonville, . It is part of the Jacksonville Beaches community, together with Mayport, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, and Ponte Vedra Beach, . When the city of Jacksonville consolidated with Duval County in 1968, Jacksonville Beach, together with Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, and Baldwin, voted to retain their own municipal governments.
Jacksonville Beach Golf Course Florida
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Jacksonville Beach Golf Course  - Jacksonville,
The Jacksonville Beach Golf Course is an 18 hole public golf course in Duval County Florida. Built in 1952, this Jacksonville course is open all year. Tee times are accepted up to 7 days in advance and the pro shop phone number for reservations is 904-247-6184. The golf course dress code is as follows: No tank tops or cutoffs.

 


Address: 605 S Penman Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32250
Jacksonville Maritime Museum Florida
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Jacksonville Maritime Museum  - Jacksonville,
The Jacksonville Maritime Museum tells the history of Jacksonville, Florida and the First Coast through its connection to the St. Johns River and the Atlantic Ocean. Their collection includes large scale models of ships from the Mayflower to present day vessels, as well as paintings, photographs and artifacts dating to 1562.

 

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Jacksonville, Florida Hotels

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Quality Inn
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Quality Inn
1351 Airport Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Residence Inn By Marriott Jacksonville Airport
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Residence Inn By Marriott Jacksonville Airport
1310 Airport Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Hampton Inn Suites Jacksonville Airport
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Hampton Inn Suites Jacksonville Airport
13551 Airport Ct
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Comfort Suites Airport
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Comfort Suites Airport
1180 Airport Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Airport
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Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Airport
13503 Ranch Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Jaxport Inn
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Jaxport Inn
1181 Airport Road
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Travelodge Inn And Suites Jacksonville Airport
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Travelodge Inn And Suites Jacksonville Airport
1153 Airport Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Wingate By Wyndham - Jacksonville Airport
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Wingate By Wyndham - Jacksonville Airport
1200 Airport Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Springhill Suites By Marriott Jacksonville Airport
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Springhill Suites By Marriott Jacksonville Airport
13550 Airport Ct
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Fairfield Inn By Marriott Jacksonville Airport
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Fairfield Inn By Marriott Jacksonville Airport
1300 Airport Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32218

 

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Jacksonville, Florida Restaurants

This is a list of Jacksonville Specialty Restaurants with addresses and phone numbers, including Truck Stops, Fast Foods & Carry Out, Barbecue Restaurants, Sandwich Shops and Pizza Restaurants. Happy Dining!

 
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Sam's Truck Stop
350 Pecan Park Road
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)751-0679
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Dairy Queen of Oceanway
12405 North Main Street Suite 9
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)751-9000
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Cross Creek Steakhouse & Ribs
12123-1 Lem Turner Road
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)765-7420
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Larry's Giant Subs
12001 Lem Turner Road
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)764-9999
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Hardee's of Busch Drive
498 Busch Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)751-1805
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Bono's Pit Bar-B-Q & Catering
1036 Dunn Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)696-6968
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J T'S Bar B Q
1440 Dunn Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)751-2750
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Burger King
937 Dunn Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)751-2514
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China Super Buffet
1038 Dunn Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)696-8588
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Cici's Pizza
900 Dunn Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32218
(904)757-4997
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Jacksonville Articles

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Castillo de San Marcos: The Only Remaining 17th Century Fort in the U.S.
Published February 21, 2011

The Castillo de San Marcos Fort in St. Augustine Florida survived 205 years under five different flags before becoming the history rich tourist attraction it is today.

 

St. Augustine Lighthouse: Illuminating America’s Oldest Port
Published February 20, 2011

An in-depth review of the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum in Florida including it's history, tours, and even myths and legends.

 

Mala Compra Plantation Archaeological Site: Exploration at Work
Published February 10, 2011

The Mala Compra Plantation Archaeological Site is more than just a park with a playground. There is an excavation site rich with early American artifacts to discover.

 

Fountain of Youth: Discovering Spanish Florida
Published February 9, 2011

The Fountain first opened as a tourist attraction in 1901. Today the Fountain of Youth Archeological Park is a full-day tribute to the history of Spanish Florida.

 

St. Augstine, Florida – ‘gators and shrimp
Published November 18, 2010

St. Augustine Florida has beautiful beaches, and a relaxed Southern feeling to its family friendly shops and old fashioned wax museum and alligator farm.

 

Jacksonville, Florida Videos

The Finer Side Of Jacksonville, Florida

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Published: 07/21/2009

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Jacksonville's Top Ten Favorites

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Published: 07/17/2009

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Local Favorites In Jacksonville, Florida

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Published: 07/17/2009

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Published: 04/13/2009

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Jacksonville Beach - Places To Go & See

-  3.2 minutes

Published: 12/05/2008

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Jacksonville Beach - Enjoying The Outdoors

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Published: 12/05/2008

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Kingsley Plantation Jacksonville Florida

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Published: 09/10/2008

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Jacksonville Waterways & Beaches

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Published: 08/19/2008

By: visitflorida

 

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