Tom Bush BMW Jacksonville

May 11, 2023

Jacksonville, FL, has no shortage of picture-perfect photo spots; from beautiful natural areas to unique beaches, you are spoiled for choice. Gather your camera gear or your iPhone, hop behind the wheel of a sporty BMW 4 Series 430i Convertible,and explore some of the best places around the city to snap some fantastic photos.

Drive on Over: 4 Great Photo Spots Near Jacksonville, FL

1. Big Talbot Island State Park

It’s impossible not to capture countless epic photos of the shimmering Atlantic Ocean, glorious golden beaches, and maritime forests in the magnificent Big Talbot Island State Park at State Road A1A North in Jacksonville. This beautiful sea island’s pristine scenery offers perfect photo opportunities on Boneyard Beach, scattered with the skeletons of cedar trees and live oaks, and on Black Rock Beach, covered in rocks.

 Take pictures in the dappled light of the shady forests and in the maritime hammocks, where you can snap a few fantastic shots of the wildlife if you’re lucky. 

2. Tree Hill Nature Center

The breathtaking 51-acre Tree Hill Nature Center at 7152 Lone Star Road in Jacksonville is one of the best places in the city to take outdoor photos of natural scenery. Find ideal spots to capture the untouched wilderness on a stroll down one of the many picturesque paths and snap beautiful pictures along the way.

Take large-scale landscape photographs from the raised wooden platform with an indigenous Florida floodplain backdrop, along the babbling spring-fed streams, and on a walk through the evergreen forests. 

3. The St. Johns River Taxi

Hop on the St. Johns River Taxi at the dock on 245 Riverside Avenue and cruise down the St. Johns River to take snapshots of the impressive Jacksonville skyline during the day and the twinkling lights on the water at night as you float by. While enjoying the taxi ride, you will have plenty of chances to snap amazing pictures at the various stops along both banks.

Go on the taxi’s special tours to grab the opportunity to take wonderful pics of Riverside Arts Market, dolphins frolicking in the water, and spectacular sunsets.

4. Jacksonville Farmers’ Market

The open-air Jacksonville Farmers’ Market at 1810 West Beaver Street, about one mile west of historic Downtown Jacksonville, is great for photo sessions. It’s also the ideal backdrop for fun family photos. This historic market has been open seven days a week since 1938 and is one of the biggest and oldest markets in North Florida.

The market’s colorful array of farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, it’s the perfect backdrop for some colorful photos. You can even get creative and snap some shots of your loved ones haggling with the vendors or browsing the arts and crafts booths.

Jacksonville is the perfect place to take photographs, whether you want to take photos of the Jacksonville landscape, skyline, and wildlife or capture happy memories with your loved one. Before heading to capture beautiful photos, swing by Tom Bush BMW Jacksonville today for the best automotive services and excellent customer care.