- The list below includes 65 free or cheap things to do in or near Jacksonville, Florida, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Movie Theaters, Art Museum and Parks.
- From Little Talbot Island State Park to Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Jacksonville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jacksonville Beach, Orange Park, Ponte Vedra Beach and Fernandina Beach.
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Cooking enthusiasts learn new skills of cooking gluten-free vegetarian dishes under the watchful eye of experienced instructors
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12157 Heckscher Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226
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Visitors love Little Talbot Island State Park in Jacksonville, Florida. The park is particularly excellent for kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. It is also a popular fishing destination. Picnic shelters are available and must be reserved in advance.
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The Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail is a 15-mile paved path that can be used for running, walking, hiking, in-line skating, and biking. The path also has opportunities for wildlife viewing and equestrian activities.
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12713 Fort Caroline Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225
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One of the last unspoiled coastal wetlands on the Atlantic Coast is the Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve, which covers salt marshes, hardwood hammocks, and coastal dunes. The preserve also allows guests to discover 6,000 years of human history and includes Fort Caroline and Kingsley Plantation.
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Beach babies in Jacksonville, Florida flock to Atlantic Beach for fun in the sun. The warm, tropical climate and warm, crystal-clear water are especially inviting in autumn and winter and give visitors a welcome respite from northern snow and ice.
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Jacksonville's Kingsley Plantation is a historic former plantation that played a significant role in the establishment and growth of the local econoisimy. Tours are available. The plantation is a must-see attraction for history buffs.
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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.
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12713 Fort Caroline Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32225
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.