Jacksonville, Florida's Top Attractions + Local Food | 48 hours in Florida's LARGEST City
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48 hours in Florida's largest city! Jacksonville is the the state's biggest city in terms of population as well as land mass. We found Jacksonville to feel much different - when compared to other big cities like Miami, Tampa and Orlando - because Jacksonville is so spread out with its historic neighborhoods and parks. In this episode we visit some of Jacksonville's most well known historic districts, parks as well as restaurants. Come along to find out if we thought this big city that doesn't FEEL like a big city is worth a visit. #explorcation #florida #jacksonville
What did you guess was Florida's largest city?!?!
And do you think you'd enjoy exploring a city that is so spread out? We know there are a lot of differing opinions on this and would love to hear yours!
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I live in Ponte Vedra Beach and it has no attractions!! It sucks!! 💩 Downtown is garbage with nothing to do but mingle with the homeless and criminals and the skyline looks like some small kinda wannabe city and it never changes!!
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As a transplant from NYC, Brooklyn, to be specific, I appreciate the parks and nature preserves here in Jacksonville.
BTW, your selection of background music went well with the vibe of each setting. Great job!
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The reason why we are afraid to venture by the downtown area is crime. Most of downtown area are almost empty.
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The entire city looks dead, dead, dead. I know it was somewhat cold, but you didn't go to one single place that any other people in it. People in Jacksonville stop eating when it gets cold?
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Wow, you have shown me several things I did not know about Jax. Great overview, thank you both!
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Love your videos! We live in Nature Coast area and love our pines! Pine needles make the best natural mulch with the fallen oak leaves 😊
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Oh man you should have walked next door to Buchners and across the street to Fishweir
Timeline:
00:00 - Florida's Largest City
You should check out Ft. Caroline,Spanish Pond, and St. John’s bluff. Just down the road from the Arboretum.
00:55 - Brunch in Springfield
03:35 - Coffee in the Stacks
I wouldnt have thought of Tulua as my first choice I love that you did…so 4:53 glad you enjoyed it. The owners are lovely and bring a lot to our community.
05:30 - Sweet Treat Downtown
07:40 - Trails, Goats & Pigs
Dang yall were here i live in Jax beach
11:34 - Failed Boat Tour/Sunset on the River
14:33 - Dinner in San Marco
I've been in Jacksonville since 89. My girlfriend's sister got married at Treaty Oak. The arboretum used to have a hidden turtle sculpture on the trails, but it got ruined by people carving their names into it. Further up monument road from the arboretum (towards the St. John's River) takes you to the Timuquan Preserve, Spanish Pond trail across the street, and Ribault Column a little further down the road. Lots of nature trails and water views. Also need to hit up Community Loaves in Murray Hill, Hard Pressed Burgers, The Fried Egg, Mama's Pizza, Castaway Island, Riverside Arts Market, and the Cummer!
17:32 - Fountain Light Show
19:36 - Breakfast in Arlington
This video makes me want to go to Jacksonville for a stay !jamie you have the sweetest voice.
22:25 - Hiking in the Arboretum
30:00 - The Oldest Living Thing in Jacksonville
I moved here about 10 days ago- great video- I also love San Marco, Avondale, Mandarin, Ortega, parts of Murray hill, Atlantic beach, Aardwolf brewery- beautiful patio and great seasonal IPA
32:44 - Best Burger in the City
35:00 - Riverside Brewery Break & Best Pizza
You should check out a concert at the historic Florida Theatre.
38:49 - Bonus Recommendation
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Was it that cold? Hat and gloves 😂
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I’m here and love Avondale and Southside and Atlantic beach
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Omg! That candy mansion remided me so much of Willie Wonka!! It was a real treat to see that! ❤❤ Thank you so much! 😊
@JillianaMariahJacksonville is a really pretty place. Im more into the small towns of florida even though I love Miami and Clearwater as well as Orlando. You did Jacksonville proud. Im gonna have to spend more time there to see the parks. Thanks again for another amazing video. ❤
@JillianaMariahYou do a great job ! I am a fan!
@phineas2890Jacksonville isn't so much "spread out", it's just that they invaded and consumed the entire county. Hence, DUUUUVAAALLLL. My personal #1 recommendation for Jax: Don't go. It's awful. 😂
@Swearengen1980This tour video made us spend a day here and we agree it was nice. The riverwalk and night light shows were great. Thanks for making content like this.
@aaronmartinburkeBased upon this video we have planned a couple of days in Jacksonville to celebrate my birthday next week. Thank you for all the wonderful ideas!
@beachprepper566Metro diner in saint petersburg is just okay.
@Jupiterdrops0921We were there on January 24th..pretty chilly that time frame...when were you two there?
@genehinders9429We only got to spend one day in Jacksonville but we had a great time checking out Culhane's Irish Pub, Singleton's Seafood Shack, and Shooters of Jacksonville with a stop at Jax Beach Pier
@genehinders9429Great video! You guys would love Delray Beach in south Florida!
@stephendemko641It's spread out, flat, kind of boring. It's chilly in the winter. It covers a large area, but has a low population density. It's questionable whether they will be able to sustain their NFL team. The Metropolitan population is small. Downtown is really underwhelming. In short, Jacksonville is a big snooze.
@markrichards6863Thank you for doing jax proud. Brpught a tear to my eye. one of the most prideful cities in America.
@chrisriddle4433Will you be visiting Dunedin again soon? We stayed for a week at the yacht club after watching you earlier video
@petergeorge4160I’ve driven through Jax dozens of times but have rarely stopped in. Usually I’m white knuckle driving over that bridge downtown. Looks like I’m really missing out. I’ll have to stop in next time.
@BobCarlsonYour guys’ excitement for the fountain show just made our day 😂
@BransonFamVlogIf you covered it my bad but Jacksonville has the largest urban park system in the US
@pickitflipitMy parents live right off of Lone Star Road. Ha this video is awesome! Im so glad this came up in my recommendations.
@pickitflipitThank you both for doing Jax justice. I moved here when I was 20yo. I'm now 40 and have never regretted it. I'm from Virginia. It was a lot to get used to and there's definitely some places to stay away from but overall it is a wonderful city that I think is very slept on. So much to offer after 20 years I haven't even scratched the surface of what this city and surrounding areas has to offer. Also can't beat being a 40 min drive to St. Augustine and if not in a rush going down A1A to get to st aug from Jax is really nice. Lots of rich folk lol and the views are incredible
@pickitflipitI haven't seen you guys in so long I thought you gave up on YouTube but now I'm guessing that your snowbirds cuz I haven't seen you since last season ??
@lawrencemule1361Could you do a video of the beach towns in the panhandle like Rosemary Beach, Alys Beach, and Seaside along 30A? Great video like always!
@nickylee5653Well done video, i see Jacksonville has some interesting neighborhoods, some even look a bit like grand central in St Pete
@BGBG1212Great video! Jacksonville wasn't on my list, but now it is. Have you created videos on Pensacola or the Destin area? We are visiting next month and I always check for your recommendations.
@sherryvietor5767I've been to Jacksonville twice for work, so I didn't have time to explore. Thanks for the video. I'll be sure to explore next time. Like all the nature. How do you youngsters stay so slim eating at those restaurants?
@jimagent1826Jacksonville is the worst city in FL.
Still better than any city in any other state but definitely the worst in FL.
We have lived in Jax for two years and are constantly finding new parks and food spots. You gave us some new places to try!
@gkceb❤ love it! My company installed the EveryBank sign on the 37th floor of that building downtown.
@AaronChilds72The beaches are the best area! You guys should’ve checked out Atlantic and Neptune beach!!
@Declan_PayanThat pizza wow!
@summerlinpublic5673Thank you so much for showing off my underrated and misunderstood city! I've been hoping you would make your way up here one day. I live near the Arboretum. If you like those trails, you must come back and see our biggest natural gems. Most of northeastern Jacksonville is a network of protected areas known collectively as the Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve and managed by the National Park Service. In addition to extensive nature trails, the area includes a replica fort where the French brought Protestant Christianity to America in 1564 and established a short-lived riverfront settlement (until the Spaniards from nearby St. Augustine wiped them out). While I know you guys are used to the unbeatable St. Pete/Sarasota beach scene on the gulf, you'll also find that Jax has some of the nicest Atlantic Coast beaches in the state including three funky beach towns, two city-run oceanfront nature parks, and two oceanfront state parks to explore. Big Talbot Island State Park is covered by giant driftwood trees and unusual black rocks set against a backdrop of cliffs. I think you'd love it! Hopefully you come back again some time (when it's warmer)! Keep up the great work!
@steveottieHow do you guys stay so thin with all this food??
@geocape7060Fantastic video! Thank you!
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