The Best Landmarks in Jacksonville

As far as natural, historical preserves, Kingsley Plantation is one the most beautiful and interesting choices in the area. The plantation is a part of the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve under the National Park Service. There are many great things about this place. The natural beauty is really breathtaking. It is surrounded by the Intercoastal waterway and there are lots of marsh lands scattered throughout. There is also the historical aspect of this preserve, with the old plantation home and the slave quarters still there for exploring. The old house recently went through a restoration. The Ribault Club is also at Kingsley Plantation which is a beautiful place.

If you love history Fort Caroline is a great place to start in Jacksonville. The Fort sits along side the St. Johns River and is a lovely place to visit. There's even a hammock outside the fort that you can use to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery. It's a short hike from the visitor center to the Fort and dogs are welcome. You can learn more about the Fort by reading the various history placements throughout the Fort. There's also a picnic shelter behind the visitors center which was host to a birthday party the day I was visiting. The picnic shelter is also near the St. Johns River which is a nice backdrop for photos. I have taken several visitors from out of the area.

They have some awesome exhibits here. Recently went and saw the New York Times exhibit and it's great. They also feature local artists too. If you've never been try and get out there some time. They change the exhibits up pretty often. I think it's something like every 3 months maybe? They have what's called Project Atrium that's a big space with 40ft. walls right as you enter. It's an open space for emerging artists to get a chance to plaster with their artwork all over and showcase in a big open area. I believe it's 3 floors of exhibits, and on the first floor they have a little eatery and bar. The eatery is pretty expensive; the name escapes me right now though. Great date night.