When taking a trip to Jacksonville, FL, there’s no shortage of piers and beaches with oceanside views. It can be overwhelming to make an itinerary with so many options in this great city, so we’ve created this list of our top tourist attractions worthy of your travel planner.
Drive on Over to These Top 4 Tourist Attractions in Jacksonville, FL
1. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Whether you’re going on a family adventure or searching for a creative date idea, the art exhibits and charming gardens at 829 Riverside Ave are a must-see. Indulge your inner child with an interactive art gallery that brings the past to life, with a 30,000-year timeline featuring an innovative self-portrait component. We love that the Cummer Museum is wheelchair accessible even in the gardens, and the front desk provides wheelchairs on a first-come basis.
What makes the gardens so magical is their century-old narrative, which includes some of the leading creators in landscape design and horticulture. The artwork within the museum contains over 5,000 masterpieces spanning 2100 B.C. through the 21st century.
2. Riverside Arts Market
While you’re in the area, the Riverside Market is only a 3-minute walk from the Cummer Museum at 715 Riverside Ave. This vibrant gathering held every Saturday is a lively conglomeration of local artists, small businesses, and food vendors, all tucked safely under the Fuller Warren Bridge. The Riverfront Amphitheater seats 350 people and provides entertainment through live music and performances while you browse baked goods, produce, jewelry, and more.
3. The Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary
For a dangerously cute walk on the wild side, drive your 2022 BMW X5 over to 1860 Starratt Road and sign up for a tour of this big cat sanctuary, home to rescued tigers, lions, and pumas. The Catty Shack is passionate about educating the public on these beloved endangered cats and shining visibility on the devastating plight of poachers and captivity.
For an even more audacious trip, reserve tickets to the night feeding where you’re guaranteed to hear fearsome roars from the hungry lions and tigers!
4. MOSH (Museum Of Science & History)
Located on the Southbank Riverwalk at 1025 Museum Circle, MOSH is the most-visited museum in the city and specializes in local history and science, with award-winning interactive exhibits that will amaze any age group. Favorite exhibitions include Atlantic Tails: Coastal Creatures of Northeast Florida, which brings the splendor of the Atlantic Ocean to your fingertips with life-sized sculptures, a touch-and-feel tank, and more hands-on activities. When you’ve watched the wonder alight in your kiddo’s eyes at mind-blowing science and you’ve found the perfect handmade trinket, visit us at Tom Bush BMW Jacksonville and test drive the new BMW 7 series to experience luxury at its finest!
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