Our 1st time here to enjoy the Jacksonville Light Boat Parade & Fireworks Spectacular Down Town…read moreJacksonville at the Saint John's River Walk across from the Hyatt on the Mortons Steakhouse side in front of the Condo's for Jacksonville's 250th Celebration. "Information About This Fireworks Spectacular" Celebrating America's 250th birthday (the Semiquincentennial). Cities and states across the country are organizing massive America 250 campaigns to mark 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Because of this historic milestone, the City of Jacksonville expanded its usual Fourth of July footprint into a two-day downtown festival featuring the largest fireworks show in the city's history. Prime check-in locations and viewing spots along the St. Johns River include:Friendship Fountain (1015 Museum Cir.)RiversEdge (1915 RiversEdge Blvd.)Both the Northbank & Southbank Riverwalks. Our thoughts... The fireworks display did not speak to 250 years of celebration to us. Savannah's River Street off Bay Street is by far way better. Honestly. We were like... where's the rest. We really don't enjoy saying that. However it's true. Over n Out FranknKimm Downtown Jacksonville Florida July 4th 2026 Saturday FranknKimm

Spent a great day at the Jacksonville Riverwalk and it honestly ended up being one of the easiest,…read moremost relaxing parts of our trip. The whole walkway along the water has that perfect "just keep strolling" feel. You get nonstop views of the river, boats passing by, and the skyline stretching out in the distance. It is one of those places where you start walking without a plan and suddenly realize you have gone way farther than you meant to because it just keeps pulling you along. My family and I took our time, stopping every few minutes just to look out at the water or take pictures. The breeze off the river made everything feel cooler and calmer, even with people out and about enjoying the day. There were joggers, families, couples, and everyone just kind of sharing the same peaceful stretch of space. What I liked most is how simple it is. No big attractions needed, just a clean, open riverfront path that lets you slow down and enjoy Jacksonville at your own pace. Five stars. Perfect place to walk, talk, and take in the river views without any stress at all.

Nice picnic area right on the St Johns river located on NAS JAX. It's sprinkling outside now but…read moreskies are clear- temperature is in the 80s so very nice to be outdoors. Good place to bring a bagged lunch or picnic basket and enjoy a nice meal on the water. Free views of military aircraft landing/taking off as well as doing Touch and Gos.

This is a nice picnic area/park right on the St. Johns River. It is on the Naval base and…read morefrequented by military/civilian staff who want a nice view for the lunch. I've met my wife here a few times for lunch and got to relax away from the crazies of the hospital. The space looks like it is decently kept and picked up. It has a pier if you would like to walk out over the water (there's even a bench at the end). A classic park grill sits outside of the main pavillion, but I'm not so sure I would use it in its current state... Anyway, this is a nice place to get away for an hour or so.

Fantastic park! Entry fee and no pets. Spring fed pool. The Pool was not overcrowded. Had a…read moregreat time.

Best coffee ever and the place is so beautiful inside. A nice vibe to have a coffee. They have…read morebreakfast food and a bakery! 100 poin

Great little park hidden away in Atlantic Beach. Nice playground, tons of shade, and a free splash…read morepad that's open in the summer.

This is a park tucked deep in Mayport but it claims to be Atlantic Beach?!? Anyway it has lots of…read morefamily friendly opportunities for locals. We had to use our GSP to find bc it is well hidden. Once here I was surprised all that it had to offer! They had a well constructed community center though closed now, , I guess you can read it?!I They had basketball courts, lots of pickleball courts (all being used), swings/monkey bars, etc, big multi-purpose field which our pack of 8 year old boys and girls were playing kick ball in and loving it. There is green space too where we had sack races, tug of war....you reserve (or rent) a pavilion where we had our food, drinks, cake etc. Like I said it's a very nice park and well used. One thing was the restrooms, they could be updated.

Great spot to bring the kids to get their energy out. Paved walking paths, covered picnic tables…read moreand benches all around. Decent size. parking lot and grassy area for kids to plan. Very stroller friendly and clean.

This is a decent sized park with a nice walking trail some of which is through a wooded area. It…read morehas a gazebo that makes for a nice picnic area. It has a playground for the kids. Plenty of parking including a couple of handicapped spots. This is a great family park for a Sunday afternoon picnic and a walk on the trail. I loved it when we went.

I've been going to Oceanfront Park for many years. The first time I went to the park I met friends…read morefor lunch as they have several picnic pavilions. My last several visits I practiced beginners Tai Chi at sunset. The park is on the beach and offers a free private parking lot. This is a great place to practice Tai Chi as the ocean noizes help you relax. The grass in the center of the park is soft so I'm sure it's also good for yoga. There were a couple of public restrooms open from daylight to dusk. You will also find lots of dogs being walked in the area. If you're looking for a beachfront park look no further.

This park has everything you need, and/or looking for, and then some!…read more First and foremost, there is a large parking lot. Considering how busy the beach can get at times I'm not going to say there will always be a space open, but your chances of finding a parking space are much better than other beachfront parks...and it's free. The park not only has a large parking lot, but it has restrooms and beach showers. There are boardwalks going out to the beach as well for ease and protection of the dunes. If you are in the park a little after dusk and/or before the first light, please know the parking lot has lighting for safety. Aside from the above, there are sheltered picnic areas, a large grassy area for just chillin' or playin' around, a sand volleyball court, and educational information signs about the area/Jacksonville Beach. Plus, there are concrete figures for you to enjoy, take pictures of or selfies, kids to play on, or whatever. In the center of the park, there is a bronze statue which is considered the focal point of the park. It is meant to symbolize the dedication to preserving public access to the beach for generations to come. If you are local or a tourist and haven't been to this beach...put it on your list to check out. Even if you just want to enjoy an early evening walk on the beach instead of a day at the beach...this beach is perfect for a little something different. There is handicapped parking, handicapped access to the beach, and to the grassy area. (Please note: Across the street from the grassy area is UNF's Seaside Sculpture Park--another good place to check out if you have time.)

Northbank walking bridge is re-built and that's fantastic news for Riverside and downtown…read moreresidents. This is a breathtaking way to start your day. Always a breeze, plenty of walking room, plenty to take in a get yourself centered in the city. The new walkway is artistic and beautiful and this connects Riverside to downtown. I know it's a crucial part of Jacksonville being the great city it's meant to be. This is a 5 star experience but businesses need to get involved here. Containers or stand ups with food and drink would be ideal here. It would be great for the city if they built around this and I truly hope they do.

This is a lovely place to visit while in Jacksonville!…read more I enjoyed an evening stroll after dinner and caught some amazing sunset views. As a woman traveling alone, I felt safe walking here by myself during the evening. There were plenty of other people enjoying the river walk that I never questioned my safety. You could easily make this a short or long walk, depending on your preference.

Right outside of Riverside on the north side of Riverwalk, is a park where you can relax and enjoy…read morea bench while taking in the St John's River or put your kayak in the water. This park features a ramp with parking close by and a map to help you decide which side of the walk you want to do. We use this shady spot to give the dogs water on our way to the walking bridge. Just a great little place to stop and enjoy the Northside of Riverwalk.

This is a great place to walk along the riverfront. There is ample light to walk at night. You…read morecan go south to the RAM, or north to the Hyatt. There are a few places with benches and not a lot of homeless. The views from here are spectacular, and the river breeze is fantastic.