Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Sawgrass Country Club

"Located in the historic Arlington neighborhood, the Arboretum is by far one of the best hidden spots in Jacksonville. This 120-acre urban woodland has 3 miles of rustic hiking trails, a variety of natural ecosystems, native wildlife, beautiful streams, and a peaceful pond covered in lilies. The arboretum is open seven days a week, it is pet friendly, and a great outdoor spot for a family hike."

"The Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens, founded in 2004, is jaw-droppingly beautiful. It is also home to many animals and various plant species."

"This 1.5-stretch of beach is fun for city people who like to play corn hole while sipping on some suds, sunbathing, and don’t have a dog sitter for Fido, because the good news is, he (or she) is welcome here. There’s a lake for fishing, a host space for campers, bike trails and ice cream shop nearby. The history of the place is cool, too, as it was originally Florida’s first beach community for African-Americans during the period of segregation in the south."

"Explore 15 miles of wood paths by bike or by foot within Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park. The hard-packed white sand along the ocean also offers a great spot to run. Dogs are allowed on the beach at Hanna Park, so you’ll want to bring your furry friend along."

"Located at 500 Wonderwood Drive in North Beach, the campground and trail spot is the highest-rated park in Jacksonville, boasting 4.5 stars out of 97 reviews on Yelp."

"What started out as a primitive watchtower erected by the Spanish to intercept enemy vessels approaching Anastasia Island, became the site of the St. Augustine Lighthouse. The lighthouse has undergone much throughout its tumultuous history, changing hands from Spanish, British, to, eventually, American rule in 1867. Beginning with the onsite maritime museum with its massive collection of 19,000 objects, archival documents and archaeological specimens, there is no shortage of Instagrammable content to capture here."

"Like so many other sites in St. Augustine, the Lighthouse is a cherished landmark from another era. It’s significant for two main reasons—first because of its role as a vital watchtower that led ships safely into the St. Augustine port for more than a hundred years and second because of its longstanding survival as an architectural icon to the city. The original lighthouse was closed in 1874 on the same day that the new one was completed."

"The St. Augustine Light Station is an active lighthouse in St. Augustine, Florida. The current lighthouse stands at the north end of Anastasia Island and was built in 1874; it is the most recent of a number of towers built in the area."

"You simply you can’t visit St. Augustine with kids without taking them to the Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park. The 15-acre water-front park is a site of significant national historic importance. It was here that St. Augustine was founded by Pedro Menendez 55 years before the pilgrims landed at Plymouth rock and 42 years before Jamestown was colonized."

"The Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park is a privately owned 15-acre park in St. Augustine, Florida, located along Hospital Creek, part of the Intracoastal Waterway."

"Impossible to miss as you cross into downtown Jacksonville on the Hart or Mathews bridges are the grandstands and craning light structures of TIAA Bank Field. Megastars like the Rolling Stones, U2 and Green Day play this stadium on national tours, and the annual Florida-Georgia college football game often takes place here in October or November. But TIAA Bank Field is most famously the hunting ground of the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars."

"The home of the Jacksonville Jaguars is an attraction on its own. From its sparkling swimming pools and cabanas, to the largest video boards in the world, as well as several state-of-the-arts meeting spaces, local food spots, and beautiful murals made by local artists, you can enjoy The Bank during game days or every Saturday during guided tours. Location: 1 TIAA Bank Field Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202"

"The Black Raven Pirate Ship is the perfect blend of education and enjoyment. Their mission is to provide visitors with the closest experience to life as a pirate with talented pirate actors, a high-quality entertainment agenda, and of course; a legendary replica of a pirate ship. There are many activities you can participate in on the ship, but the best one is an exciting treasure hunt."

"The black raven pirate ship treasure adventure runs twice a day at 2:15pm and 6:15pm. Tickets are $34.95 for adults, $24.95 for children ages 3-12, and toddlers 2 and under are free. You set sail on an authentic pirate ship with a few members of the crew that play the role of pirates extremely well."

"If you’re a lover of all things pirates, you’ve certainly traveled to the right city; one of the best things to do in St Augustine is to join a cruise on the Black Raven Pirate Ship. This is a full-on pirate experience. The authentic replica pirate ship offers an onboard pirate-themed show."

"The Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine is the oldest Catholic house of worship in the city. Founded in 1565, the parish was the focal point of the Catholic community through the city’s early exploration, pirate domination and development by Henry Flagler. Featuring Spanish Mission and Neoclassical architectural styles, the current building was completed in 1797."

"The nation’s oldest city also boasts the nation’s oldest parish. Built by the Spanish and rebuilt throughout the centuries, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine has seen many faces, but their message remains the same. Find the Cathedral Basilica at 38 Cathedral Place in St. Augustine, FL."

"This park was established by Mrs. Abla Balis in memory of her husband Sheffield Balis in 1988 who believed that the best way to honor her husband is by creating a public park for people to enjoy. One can find the park in the middle of The Square at San Marco. Over the years the park has been renovated to include beautiful landscapes, sound systems, and more."

"Walk over from dinner in the San Marco Square to Balis Park and enjoy good company and conversations. Park benches are located around the park. Capture the moment by taking a photo next to the historic San Marco lions."

"The Bridge of Lions spans Matanzas Bay, which is part of the Intracoastal Waterway, connecting the Old City of St. Augustine with Anastasia Island, and is designated SR A1A. It is a double-leaf “bascule” or drawbridge, providing clearance for boat traffic, with a span of 1,574-feet. The bridge is named for the stately pair of stone lions at the base of the bridge on the west end. The Carrara marble Medici lion statues, named “Firm” and “Faithful,” were created as copies of statues found in the Loggia die Lanzi in Florence, Italy."

"The Bridge of Lions is a Mediterranean style bascule bridge located in the heart of the National Historic Landmark District of St. Augustine, Florida, the nations oldest continuously occupied European settlement. The bridge, built in the Florida boom of the 1920's, with its graceful arches, tile-roofed towers and marble lions statues is listed on the National Register of Historic Places ."

"Part of the scenic Hwy A1A the Bridge of Lions connects St Augustine to Anastasia Island. There are pedestrian walkways on both sides of the bridge. The Bridge of Lions is a draw bridge that opens up to let boat traffic through the Intracoastal Waterway."

"Located on St John’s Avenue with cross streets of Talbot Avenue, The Shoppes Of Historic Avondale is a shopping center where one can indulge in some authentic, country-style shopping experience. There are several stores, all of which are owned by locals. One can find clothing, decorative items, groceries, and several other items."

"A post shared by The Rx • Happy African Woman (@mydarlingshay) on Dec 7, 2019 at 5:31am PST. Riverplace Shopping Center is located in San Jose Boulevard in Jacksonville, Florida. It is a happening place that remains packed with people."

"Gateway Town Center is an expansive shopping center located in Jacksonville. With over 70 stores, there’s a lot that one can find here. From boutiques to grocery stores, there’s something for everyone at the shopping center."

"Markets at Town Center has a diverse mix of services, retail shops, and dining spots. It also features various local and national retailers. The shops are well-maintained to provide a  fun shopping experience."

"The Government House has long been the home to many administrative and political offices. Throughout its many centuries of existence (the earliest records date back to the late 16th century), it has been a residence for Governors, a courthouse, a post office, government offices and more. Following the plans of the royal decree from Spain, it along with other major buildings in town, faces the central plaza."

"Fort Menendez is big and bold, offering opportunities for every level of adventure and excitement. It is easy to find your comfort zone in the activities they provide and you don’t have to any experience to join in the fun. Fort Menendez is a hands-on, interactive experience for all ages."

"Within the Timucuan Ecological & Historic Preserve and next to the sandy hills of Fort Caroline, The Theodore Roosevelt Area offers a variety of peaceful hiking trails where you can truly get away from it all and experience Northeast Florida’s amazing biodiversity – as well as its highest elevation!. Three different trails meander through steep hills and beautiful wooded and grassland areas. Try the 1.2-mile Hammock Trail, it gives you an opportunity to immerse yourself in nature, and then immerse yourself in culture."

"Becoming one of the most popular wildlife trails in all of Jacksonville, it's no wonder this area was named after one of the country's most adventurous presidents. The Theodore Roosevelt Area is an excellent spot for those who want to see rare animals. They've got rare birds, foxes, turtles, and more."

"600 acres of hardwood forest, wetlands, and scrub vegetation are on-hand at Theodore Roosevelt Area. A wonderful place to learn more about the local ecology, take advantage of the guided tour each Saturday afternoon. With four miles of trail, keep an eye out for animals and birds."