Catching the ocean waves about 25 miles northeast of downtown Jacksonville, Little Talbot Island boasts more than 5 miles of shoreline and lacks the crowds of other Florida beach destinations.

Boneyard Beach, located on the northern tip of Big ... readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions. Legend has it that the northern tip of Big Talbot Island ...

Here’s a collection of holiday attractions that might fit better ... lights display Through Jan. 1 at Seawalk Pavilion, Jacksonville Beach. Free. The display of dozens of decorated lifeguard ...

The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens hosted Manatee Appreciation Day, where people could learn all about conservation efforts.

Fortunately, there's tons of stuff to do around the Jacksonville area — festivals ... Throw in Easter activities and it makes for one jam-packed April.

Admission is $24 for adults, $18 for kids. The Beaches Museum in Jacksonville Beach is dedicated to the history of Jacksonville's beach communities, with a permanent collection and a second ...

Gwen Pratesi About 30 miles northeast of downtown Jacksonville ... historic attractions and laid-back environment. There's a lot of history to explore on Amelia Island. Fernandina Beach, the ...

The beach is open from 8 a.m. to dusk with a $3 parking fee. This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network-Florida takes readers around the state to highlight ...

This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network-Florida takes readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions. Legend has it ...