Things to Do with Kids in Jacksonville, FL

  • TripBuzz found 79 things to do with kids in or near Jacksonville, Florida, including 48 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jacksonville Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Orange Park and Fernandina Beach.
  • From Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens to Atlantic Beach, the Jacksonville area offers 49 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Zoos, Movie Theaters and Theaters.
  • As the largest city in Florida, Jacksonville continues to show strong economic growth and has a thriving business, residential and tourism landscape. The cultural scene is popular amongst locals and visitors, offering a selection of theatres, cinemas and arenas. Also popular are the local beaches and the annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival.
  • TripBuzz found 79 things to do with kids in or near Jacksonville, Florida, including 48 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jacksonville Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Orange Park and Fernandina Beach.
  • From Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens to Atlantic Beach, the Jacksonville area offers 49 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Zoos, Movie Theaters and Theaters.
  • As the largest city in Florida, Jacksonville continues to show strong economic growth and has a thriving business, residential and tourism landscape. The cultural scene is popular amongst locals and visitors, offering a selection of theatres, cinemas and arenas. Also popular are the local beaches and the annual Jacksonville Jazz Festival.
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Laser tag combatants are challenged to accomplish real world objectives in multiple arenas, as they battle in their own indoor war
15.4 Miles
83% 368 votes
National & State Parks 500 Wonderwood Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32233 MoreLess Info
Located in Jacksonville, Florida, the Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is a popular location for weddings, family reunions, sports games, corporate picnics and other group activities. RV spots and tent campsites are available and must be reserved in advance.
9.9 Miles
86% 169 votes
National & State Parks 12713 Fort Caroline Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32225 MoreLess Info
Fort Caroline National Memorial is a memorial of the French presence in sixteenth century Florida and includes a fort recreation. It features a hiking trail, a visitor center with exhibits and a bookstore.
15.0 Miles
75% 160 votes
National & State Parks 10980 Heckscher Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32226 MoreLess Info
Located between the St. Johns River and the Atlantic Ocean, Huguenot Memorial Park features access to the water for fishing and boating. The park provides campsites, a nature center, picnic areas, a children's playground, trails and wildlife areas.
1.4 Miles
86% 88 votes
Parks 1620 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32204 MoreLess Info
Memorial Park is 6 acres and hosts large events like concerts and parades while also attracting visitors for daily activities like jogging, dog walking, picnicking, soccer, frisbee and yoga. Fishing is also possible via the river.
7.9 Miles
83% 69 votes
Dog Park 7407 Salisbury Rd. S, Jacksonville, FL 32256 MoreLess Info
Situated on forty-two scenic acres is Dog Wood Park. The park features both grass and water play areas for dogs and their owners, and is completely fenced in for safe, off-leash play.
13.4 Miles
88% 34 votes
Parks 14780 Mandarin Road, Jacksonville, FL 32233 MoreLess Info
Located along Julington Creek, Mandarin Park features a boat ramp on the bay as well as a playground with a variety of equipment, tennis courts, picnic areas with barbecue grills, and other amenities.
11.1 Miles
48% 21 votes
Movie Theaters 9525 Philips Highway, Jacksonville, FL 32256 MoreLess Info
The Regal Avenues Stadium 20 & RPX is a cinema multiplex featuring first run movies with digital projection in auditoriums with stadium seating. The facility also is equipped for Imax, 3D, and its own proprietary RPX visual and sound technology.
15.2 Miles
96% 357 votes
Segway Tours Amelia Island, Fort George Island, and Fort Clinch, Jacksonville, FL 32226 MoreLess Info
Ecomotion Segway Tours are conducted throughout the year on Fort George Island Cultural State Park. Guides lead visitors to places where birds roost, dolphins swim, and turtles dig in the natural area.
11.8 Miles
95% 1019 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1860 Starratt Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226 MoreLess Info
It's all about big cats at the Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jacksonville, Florida. Its denizens include lions, panthers, leopards, tigers and albino cats. Most of the habitats are located outside and should be viewed in warm, dry weather.
0.4 Miles
95% 342 votes
Theaters 128 East Forsyth, Jacksonville, FL 32202 MoreLess Info
Established in 1927, The Florida Theatre features a variety of performing acts from ballet to rock'n'roll. The historic architecture has been preserved over the years, including the chandeliers. The venue can also be rented out for graduations and charity events.
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