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Jacksonville General Attractions
Talbot Island State Park
DESCRIPTION: This natural preserve is for nature study, bicycling, paddling, fishing, horseback riding, camping, hiking, boating, bird-watching, and photography. Or you may want to visit for a relaxing beachside walk to heal the spirit.
DAYS & HOURS: Daily 8a-Sunset, but the visitor center is closed 2 days per week,
ADDRESS: State Road A1A North, Jacksonville, FL MAP
PARKING: on-premises
PHONE: 904-251-2320
WEBSITE: https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/big-talbot-island-state-park
SunCruz Casino
DESCRIPTION: Aside from the largest list of gaming options, it features the area’s largest cruise ship and a smoother ride over most waves; you can always look up live sailing conditions beforehand via their website; sails twice daily while offering FREE food and drinks and LIVE entertainment for patrons; FREE shuttle service available from some hotel locations.
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Sun 11a-4p and 7p-12p
ADDRESS: 4378 Ocean Street, Atlantic Beach, FL MAP
PARKING: FREE on premises; check their website for the free bus shuttle to pickup locations
PHONE: 904-249-9300
WEBSITE: http://www.suncruzcasino.com/jacksonville.asp
San Sebastian Winery
DESCRIPTION: Founded in 1996, the winery is located in one of Henry Flagler’s old East Coast Railway buildings just a few blocks from historic downtown. According to some historians, this area is the birthplace of American wine, dating back to 1562; today, San Sebastian ranks as one of Florida’s premium wineries with dessert wines from hybrid and muscadine grapes. The Cellar Upstairs Wine, Jazz & Blues Bar is located on the rooftop and features live music from local and regional Bands.
ADMISSION: Wine tours and wine tasting are complimentary
DAYS & HOURS: Mon-Sat 10a–6p, Sun 11a-6p
ADDRESS: 157 King Street, St. Augustine, FL MAP
PARKING: on-street and paid lots nearby
PHONE: 904-826-1594
WEBSITE: http://www.sansebastianwinery.com
Castillo de San Marcos
DESCRIPTION: Built 1672-95, Castillo was built to protect and defend Spain’s claims in the New World; today this structure is the oldest masonry fort and the best-preserved example of Spanish colonial fort architecture in the United States; managed by the National Park Service, Castillo features Ranger talks, museum exhibits, historical weapons demonstrations, and living history reenactments
ADMISSION: age 16+ $6, age 15 and under enter Free
DAYS & HOURS: daily 9a-5p, last ticket issued at 4:45p
ADDRESS: One South Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, FL MAP
PARKING: on-premises
PHONE: 904-829-6506
WEBSITE: http://www.nps.gov/casa
Old Florida Museum
DESCRIPTION: Games, weapons, food types, and tools reveal how lifestyles evolved from Native American to European settler control in the remarkable state of Florida; explore the Europeans’ search for the fountain of youth
ADMISSION: Adults $6, Children $5
DAYS & HOURS: Wed-Sun 10a-5p
ADDRESS: 254 San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL MAP
PARKING: paid lots nearby
PHONE: 904-824-8874
WEBSITE: http://www.oldfloridamuseum.com