Considering that Jacksonville is the biggest city in the state of Florida, it is not hyped to be one of the best tourist attractions. However, it may come as a surprise to many of you that Jacksonville holds a lot of tourist spots and interesting sights.

A few of the must see locations are mentioned below:

1. A city that thrived mostly on plantations, and mainly cotton plantations, Jacksonville still bears the remnants from the past. The Sea Island cotton plantation, considered to be the oldest of its kind in Florida, has retained till date quite a number of the slave quarters. A perfect place for a picnic with your loved ones.

Plantation info

http://www.10best.com/destinations/florida/jacksonville/all/attractions/kingsley-plantation/

2. Take a 1.2 mile walk along the Saint John's river bank, and enjoy the sights of the city. Notice the restaurants located near the river, and pop in into one of them for a delicious bite. Along the way you will also chance upon the Friendship fountain, which is considered have one of the world's highest sprays.

Southbank River Walk

http://www.10best.com/destinations/florida/jacksonville/southbank/attractions/southbank-riverwalk/

3. Last but not the least is the Jacksonville Zoo and Garden. Proudly boasting of more than 1400 species of rare and striking animals, and 1000 types of plants, the Jacksonville Zoo and Garden offers something to all. Visit the zoo to be among nature, take trail walks or pet the animals. A must visit for all tourists to Jacksonville.

Jacksonville Zoo and Garden

http://www.jacksonvillezoo.org/

Jacksonville offers a little something for everyone visiting. If you are looking for a vacation, then travel to Jacksonville the next time and enjoy the many variety of sightseeing it offers.

Vacation trips by road are far more exciting, educating and engaging when compared to other modes of travel and particularly air travel. Though air travel offers speed and convenience it also takes away much of the charm of travel. I-95 is among the best route one can think of and more so for those wanting to explore all of Florida. Of the 1900 plus miles that I-95 covers, some 300 miles are in Florida alone. The web links below will help you learn more about road trips to/from Jacksonville.

Planning Jacksonville road trips

http://www.ehow.com/how_17065_road-trip-los.html

Jacksonville road trip maps

http://www.randmcnally.com/rmc/road_trip/poi_id/210001770/Jacksonville/Florida/cmty/0/travel_map/explore/exploreCityWeather.jsp

For travelers crossing the Georgia border, Jacksonville is the first major destination within Florida. The St. Johns River, the architecture and the bridges add up to the spectacular beauty of the city. Once you hit Jacksonville, you can even park your car and take a water taxi to enjoy most of what Jacksonville has on offer for her visitors. This is a unique experience that is available only in select cities across the nation. Partying at Jacksonville landing on the waters is a popular tourist attraction too.

For most people road trips can be physically demanding, but if the age is on your side then the convenience it offers and the exciting experiences will more than compensate the physical strain involved. Exploring nature and exploring the country side can be at its best when you take to the roads and the flexibility it offers is unparalleled. We have added some more web links here to help you plan a perfect road trip to Jacksonville or from there to your chosen destination:

Jacksonville Day trips by road

http://www.roadtripamerica.com/DayTrips/Day-Trips-from-Jacksonville-Florida.htm

Jacksonville attractions

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g60805-Activities-Jacksonville_Florida.html