other amenities consist of a bistro serving breakfast, a bar, an outdoor pool, a fitness center and guest laundry facilities. upgraded rooms add minifridges and microwaves; suites feature sofas and work desks. this streamlined hotel off i-95 is 9 miles from the cummer museum of art and gardens, and 10 miles from everbank field sports venue. sleek rooms offer coffeemakers, free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. complimentary perks include parking and a weekly reception with drinks and snacks Jacksonville International Airport 28 min
Museum Of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (13 min) Art museum features changing exhibition galleries along with permanent works & a children's area. Friendship Fountain (11 min) Huge, circular fountain with jets of water as high as 120 ft. & multi-colored lights at night. Jacksonville's 'Hands On' Children's Museum (9 min) Interactive & hands-on exhibits including a castle, grocery store & other kid-friendly play areas. Fort Caroline (22 min) Memorial commemorating a short-lived 16th-century French fort, with a walking trail & museum. Southbank Riverwalk (11 min) 1.25-mi. paved promenade along the St. Johns River with art, benches & city & sunset views. Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens (13 min) This 120 acre arboretum provides rustic trails through the woods & labelled plant life. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens (12 min) Museum showcases 5,000 works of art from all eras in a riverfront site surrounded by gardens. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (19 min) Vast zoo highlighting local as well as African wildlife with gardens, a train & a kids' zone. Dog Wood Park of Jacksonville (4 min) Roomy dog park offering open fields & a big pond, along with walking trails through the woods. MOSH (11 min) Aquariums & exhibits on the body, marine mammals & energy are featured at this popular museum. Autobahn Indoor Speedway & Events - Jacksonville, FL (7 min) Indoor go-kart racing center offering 2 tracks & modern, Italian-made karts, plus parties & leagues. Tree Hill Nature Center (17 min) Trails, gardens, wildlife & a natural history museum for children on a large nature reserve. Florida Theatre (11 min) Opened in 1927, this historic hall hosts shows ranging from ballet & opera to pop, jazz & country. Adventure Landing Jacksonville Beach (17 min) Aquatic complex chain with additional land attractions including mini-golf, laser tag & go-karts. Jacksonville Beach Pier (21 min) Vast, handicapped-accessible wooden deck with fish cleaning stations, a concession area & bait shop. |