Fort George Island Travel Guide
Jacksonville
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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.
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.
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Admire thousands of animals and plants across entertaining exhibits in this family-friendly zoo that also has a children’s play area and a 4-D experience.
Top hotels in Fort George Island
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Great beach view, lobby very nice. Room was average and needed some minor repairs
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
I only stayed for a quick overnight, but the staff was very friendly and kind, and my room was clean and comfortable. Some stuff in the building is a little old, but the maintenance team is clearly working hard to keep everything running well. It's not clearly marked, but there is parking behind ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Everything was great.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
We had an absolute blast here. It was a beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
Room was nice,recently renovated, very large.Breakfast was good lady did an excellent job of keeping it full and fresh,she was polite. The male daytime desk clerk was not polite and had no personality at all.Air worked fine
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Villas of Amelia Island
Nice place. Slightly sista
Reviewed on 6 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.
Isle of Palms
While Isle of Palms may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jacksonville Beach Golf Club and Windsor Parke Golf Club.
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.
