Fort George Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fort George Island
Popular places to visit
Kingsley Plantation
Visit one of the oldest plantation houses in Florida and explore the extensive grounds to learn about its chilling history relating to the slave trade.
St. Johns Town Center
With a visit to St. Johns Town Center, a favourite shopping spot in Jacksonville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station
After visiting Jacksonville Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mayport Naval Station
Mayport Naval Station is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
University of North Florida
Explore the campus of University of North Florida during your stay in Jacksonville. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.
EverBank Stadium
Capable of seating over 80,000 fans, this modern football stadium is the exciting home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, international soccer games and music events.
Activities
CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach
Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour
Florida's Must-See Sights: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
A1A Scenic Byway App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Fort George Island Hotel Deals
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
"Sinks were not cleaned as thorough as I’d like, sink knobs were a little dirty and hard to use. Otherwise room was clean."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
"The room was adequate. Could really use an update/refresh. Really not a lot to see and do, or places to eat once you get to the property."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
"While the property was nice, the desk manager that we encountered was so incredibly rude, condescending and unprofessional, gave us the absolute runaround and would not allow us to check in at 3:20pm when check-in is at 3. He stated our room was not ready, he had no idea when it would be ready, and ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
"Being charged for parking 15.00 a night plus they taxed 2.26 taxes with the parking Was not aware of the parking fee and I feel it was unreasonable to pay for parking especially the rate they charged. Will never stay there again."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
"Carpet in room torn, couch cushions torn, had an older building smell in hallway and room, breakfast and coffee were not ready on time, might stay again but it would have to be a much lower price"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fort George Island
Mayport
You'll enjoy the parks and waterfront in Mayport. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayport Naval Station or Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve.
Golden Glades - The Woods
While Golden Glades - The Woods isn't home to many top sights, St. Johns Town Center and UNF Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
American Beach
If you're spending some time in American Beach, American Beach and Spanish Quarter Village are top sights worth seeing.
Atlantic Shores
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Atlantic Shores and surrounding area, you can visit Pablo Plaza Shopping Center and Oceanfront Park.
Northside
While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and Anheuser-Busch Brewery.
