What to do and see in Jacksonville, Florida (FL): The Best Things to do Adventurous

July 22, 2021 Hana Mouser

Although much of Jacksonville is urban, this sprawling northeastern Florida city also has nature and wildlife preserves, historic residential neighborhoods and lots of golf courses. Attractions in Jax, as the locals call it, range from art, science and history museums to a brewery tour, from the Jacksonville Landing entertainment complex, along the St. John's River, to Bronson Motor Speedway. The city's beaches offer soft sand and warm water perfect for swimming, surfing and kayaking.
Restaurants in Jacksonville

1. Beaches Fishing Charters

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Beaches Fishing Charters

Local fishing charter, owner operated by Coast Guard certified Captain. small groups, individuals, families welcomed. I have been out several times and enjoyed it. would love to leave a review. Thanks.

2. Now and Zen Sailing Charters

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Now and Zen Sailing Charters

Now and Zen Sailing Charters offers you a private sailing charter. Each cruise is customized to your requests. You may be celebrating a birthday, an anniversary, a family get together, or just a time to relax. The most popular charter is the sunset sail on the St John's River but you may request it to be a dinner cruise, a luxury boat tour, a private river cruise, a day sailboat charter, or an overnight or week sailing vacation. Now and Zen is a luxury 42 ft Manta Catamaran. You may take up to 6 people and it is currently sailing out of Jacksonville, Florida for day and sunset charters. Charter Now and Zen for an overnight, for a weekend, or a week to explore the islands and coastal waterways around Jacksonville, Amelia Island, Cumberland Island, Jekyll, Green Cove Springs, or St Augustine . It is encouraged to book early so you will sail on your preferred date to have an experience and memory of a lifetime!

3. Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary

1860 Starratt Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32226-1760 +1 904-757-3603 [email protected] http://www.cattyshack.org/
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5.0 based on 1,546 reviews

Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary

Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our mission is to provide a safe, loving, forever home for endangered big cats, and to educate the public about their plight in the wild and in captivity. We do not breed, sell, or trade any of our animals. Our current residents include tigers, lions, leopards, pumas, servals, bobcats, foxes, and coatimundis. Check our website for the most accurate information; generally, we are open every day in the afternoon with admittance between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. You can also watch our Facebook Live tours on Tuesday and Thursday at 4:00 PM, and watch our Facebook Live night feeding fundraisers on Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM.

Reviewed By NJ2SC

This was the second time that my husband and I came for the evening feeding, and we were just as impressed as the first time we visited! We were shown a short video, then given a tour prior to the feeding, introducing us to each animal and telling us the story of how each animal came to their facility. This is an amazing place with amazing volunteers taking care of them. Catty Shack is big cat sanctuary (they have non-feline residence as well) where they will live for the rest of their lives. They are all well cared for, getting proper medical attention and as we observed, getting plenty of food supplemented with vitamins stuck into their food. We saw the owner in the cages, and in one case, petting a big cat’s head as he was feeding. Wow! This is truly a testament to the relationship he has with these wild beasts. The aggressive growls and roars around dinner time were impressive. Catty Shack was, once again, the highlight of our Jacksonville trip!

4. Northeast Florida Angling Fishing Charters

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Northeast Florida Angling Fishing Charters

Welcome to Northeast Florida Angling! The First Coast's finest inshore fishing charter service. Specializing in light tackle shallow water fishing charters. Let your next adventure begin here in the scenic backcountry of the north Florida marshes where we will stalk popular saltwater game fish like redfish, spotted sea trout, sheepshead, black drum, flounder and more!

5. World Skydiving Center

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World Skydiving Center

Travel at 120 mph and feel the fresh air in your face with us skydiving in Jacksonville Florida. World Skydiving Center is the premeire location in Florida. Take in the breath taking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Downtown Jacksonville.

6. The Great Escape Room

11651 Central Pkwy Suite 103, Jacksonville, FL 32224-2708 +1 904-203-8358 [email protected] http://thegreatescaperoom.com/jacksonville/
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The Great Escape Room

The Great Escape Room is a real-life room escape game. This is the newest craze sweeping the nation – a fun, team-building, brain-busting experience! With the door locked behind you and 60 minutes on the clock - you must work together in order to find clues and solve puzzles that will lead you to your escape. Only about 20% of groups are able to meet the challenge and escape in time!

Reviewed By brookeleighellis - Jacksonville, United States

My boyfriend and I had a great time doing the game room escape room! The puzzles were challenging and we loved all the details! Craig was amazing and such a big help! We’ll be back soon!

7. One Way Out Jacksonville

8011 Philips Hwy Suite 3, Jacksonville, FL 32256-7449 +1 904-312-9984 [email protected] http://www.onewayoutjax.com
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One Way Out Jacksonville

Escape games have finally come to Jacksonville! Each game is a live-action escape adventure for your small group. You’ll have to think “outside of the box” to find hidden clues, solve puzzles, and undo locks. You have one goal: Find the One Way Out in less than one hour!

Reviewed By T339DJwilliamb - Ponte Vedra Beach, United States

There were three of us and we were very close, but did not escape. The selection was perfect as it was in a dorm room setting, and our 23 year old grandson was visiting. Loved the company, they were very friendly and helpful.

8. Class Axe Throwing

9230 Arlington Expy # B, Jacksonville, FL 32225-8212 +1 904-479-9998 [email protected] https://www.classaxethrowing.com/jacksonville/
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Class Axe Throwing

You and your best mates will spend 1 and a half hours becoming intimate with a 1.5lb piece of whirling wood and metal as you learn, practice and then finally square off toe to toe in a group tournament that will result in the crowning of an Axe Throwing Champion. Our Axe Throwing sessions are run by trained experts who will show you how to safely handle an axe

Reviewed By 57carinah

The instructor was great. And it was super fun. The kids had alot of fun and the instructor was very patient with them.

9. The Escape Game Jacksonville

4720 Town Crossing Dr Suite 107, Jacksonville, FL 32246-7423 +1 904-595-1440 [email protected] http://theescapegame.com/jacksonville/?utm_source=jacksonville-tripadvisor&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=tripadvisor
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The Escape Game Jacksonville

The Escape Game is a live 60-minute adventure. You and your team will select a challenge and will have one hour to complete your mission and escape. We offer several unique experiences, all happening in a completely immersive environment. You may be in prison planning an escape, on the hunt for gold or in a museum stealing back a piece of art.

Reviewed By B6851TKadamr

I have done over 20 escape rooms from Boston, Chicago, San Diego, and Portland, and I had the most fun here at Escape Game Jacksonville. The production quality is a huge part of what makes an escape room fun and this place has SUPER high quality rooms. I can only speak for The Heist and Gold Rush, but I suspect you'll love ANY room they have to offer. Can't wait to go back and do Prison Break!!

10. Escapology

10320 Shops Ln Suite 307, Jacksonville, FL 32258-7404 +1 904-574-8821 [email protected] http://www.escapology.com/en/jacksonville-fl/
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Escapology

The premium real life escape game franchise has made it to the First Coast! Teams of 2-8 race against the clock in one of six different themed challenging experiences. Players must work together to find clues, solve puzzles, and decode locks in order to escape. Do you have what it takes? Time is of the essence... The venue is located just south of the Avenues Mall... over the hill where Philips and Southside meet in Avenues Walk. Across from Walmart, next to Dollar Tree. Always private bookings (no strangers), minimum 2 players (others can pay separately in store), credit card only (no cash), young children require paid adult in room!

Reviewed By Ash_Evanss

My fiancé and I love escape rooms and we have done somewhere around 15. We love to do new ones while we’re visiting places. I’m really happy we chose Escapology! Greg was our game master and he made it super fun for us. We’ll be back to play more!

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