Jacksonville

Overview of Jacksonville

At over 2,200 km², it is the largest municipality in the United States (excluding Alaska). Yet it is far from the most touristy.

Key facts

• Type of place: large city.

• Tourist interest: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Location:

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : Jacksonville.

• Population: 880,619 inhabitants (2016).

• Area: 2,264.5 km².

• Altitude: sea level.

• Website: https://www.visitjacksonville.com

History of Jacksonville

What to see and do in Jacksonville

Climate and weather in Jacksonville

Transportation

Getting there

Getting around

Where to stay

Where to eat

Useful addresses

Nearby

Also worth seeing within a 100 km radius of the city:

Amelia Island ★★
This small island off Jacksonville is one of the most upscale tourist spots on the coast, with its beaches, restaurants, luxury boutiques, and art galleries.

Fort Matanzas ★
This is a former Spanish fort from the mid-18th century, located south of St. Augustine. It is a designated historic monument, much like the nearby Castillo de San Marcos.

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge ★
A vast swamp area home to numerous birds and alligators. Hiking is possible here.

St. Augustine ★★
This was the first permanent European settlement in North America. Many historical remnants from the era can still be seen here.

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