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Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville

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Jacksonville, US
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Experience the vibrant history and stunning architecture of downtown Jacksonville on this half-day city tour. Discover the fascinating story of how the city rebuilt itself after the devastating 1901 fire, with architects from around the world coming to help design the new buildings. Marvel at the historic Main Street bridge as you ride in a luxury tuk tuk, and explore hidden gems that even locals don't know about. Along the way, you'll encounter memorials and the oldest living thing in the city, the great Treaty Oak. Learn about the region's rich history at the beach and along the banks of the beautiful St. John's River. With free pick-up available at select hotels and a friendly and knowledgeable certified tour guide, this is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the history and culture of downtown Jacksonville.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 2-15 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience & Audio Guided
  • Explore beautiful city landscape of Downtown Jacksonville
  • Learn about the region's rich and varied history
  • Experience the architectural achievements of downtown buildings
  • Visit memorials and learn about their significance
  • Ride in a luxury tuk tuk over the historic Main Street bridge
  • FREE Pick-up at certain hotels available
  • Audio Tour Headset (bring ear bud w/ round tip)
  • Friendly & knowledgable Certified Tour Guide
  • Free pick-up available at our headquarters office in Downtown Jacksonville at 249 Parker Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
  • Tuk'n Tips for the Tour Guides (highly encouraged)

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Introduction:

Discover the charm and history of downtown Jacksonville with the Half-Day City Tour. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories of this vibrant city as you explore its architectural achievements, memorials, and hidden gems that even locals are unaware of. Jacksonville's downtown area has a fascinating history, having risen from the ashes of a devastating fire in 1901. Thanks to the help of architects from around the world, the city was rebuilt into the beautiful landscape it is today.

What to expect:

During this tour, you can expect to be amazed by the rich history and stunning architecture of downtown Jacksonville. Marvel at the iconic Main Street bridge, an important landmark that connects the city's past and present. As you traverse the city in a luxury tuk tuk, you'll also have the opportunity to visit the historic Treaty Oak, the oldest living thing in Jacksonville.

Who is this for?

The Half-Day City Tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and anyone curious about the vibrant heritage of Jacksonville. Whether you're a local looking to gain a deeper understanding of your city or a traveler eager to explore the hidden gems of Jacksonville, this tour is designed to cater to a wide range of interests.

Why book this?

This tour stands out from others because it goes beyond the typical tourist attractions. You'll have the chance to uncover the lesser-known stories and secrets of Jacksonville, offering a unique perspective on the city. With a knowledgeable and friendly certified tour guide leading the way, you'll gain valuable insights into the city's past, present, and future. Additionally, the convenience of free pick-up at select hotels and an audio tour headset ensures a seamless and immersive experience for all participants.

Good to know:

When booking the Half-Day City Tour, remember to bring your own earbuds with round tips for the audio tour headset. Free pick-up is available at the tour headquarters in Downtown Jacksonville, making it easy to start your adventure. While not mandatory, tipping the tour guides is highly encouraged to show appreciation for their exceptional service. Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour's start time to ensure a smooth departure.

Reviews:

Customers who have experienced the Half-Day City Tour rave about the wealth of knowledge and fascinating stories shared by the tour guides. Many reviewers express their surprise at discovering hidden gems and lesser-known facts about Jacksonville, making the tour a truly enriching experience. Participants also appreciate the convenience of the pick-up service and the comfortable tuk tuk ride, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in the city's history and charm. Overall, the reviews showcase high levels of satisfaction and a newfound appreciation for downtown Jacksonville.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

John T. Alsop Jr. Bridge

(Pass by)

The Main Street Bridge, officially the John T. Alsop Jr. Bridge, is a bridge crossing the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida. It was the second bridge built across the river. It carries four lanes of traffic, and is signed as US 1/US 90. A lift bridge, it opened in July 1941 at a cost of $1.5 million

Veterans Memorial Wall

The Veterans Memorial Wall is located at 1145 East Adams Street, adjacent to the Jacksonville Municipal Stadium in downtown Jacksonville, Florida. The quarter-million dollar monument was dedicated in November, 1995 and serves as a tribute to more than 1,500 Jacksonville area American war heroes.

Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena

This includes the Jacksonville Fallen Police Memorial. This extremely touching memorial is dedicated to those who have fallen in the line of duty since records have been kept in Jacksonville, Florida.

Friendship Fountain

Friendship Fountain is a large fountain in Jacksonville, Florida. It is in St. Johns River Park at the west end of Downtown Jacksonville's Southbank Riverwalk attraction. The world's largest and tallest fountain when it opened, it has been one of Jacksonville's most recognizable and popular attractions.

Reviews

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Teri_B

Toni was an incredible tour guide. We learned so much about Jacksonville. The architecture was so beautiful. Very happy we took this tour. Worth every penny. Toni was such a pleasant human being to everyone, including the individuals that keep the city clean. Toni gets a 10 from us.

Deanna_H

A lot of history shared, driver well informed about all the hotels. Area very clean . I loved the shopping area

BSMorris82

So we wound up staying in Jacksonville by accident. We took advantage of it and went on this tour. We seen some amazing sites and took lots of pictures. Our tour guide (Toni) was outstanding.

Joan_S

We had a wonderful tour. Our guide was a knowledgeable woman who cared very deeply about Jacksonville’s downtown, the architecture, its history and its people. We learned about all the changes that are proposed and happening to the riverfront. Riding in the TukTuk, similar to golf cart, gave us a closeup view to the buildings. Gives you insight and appreciation for what cities can do to help their downtown thrive again. 👏👏

Diane_M

Toni was a wonderful cheerful guide!! She told us some surprising things about Jacksonville and was very helpful with what we particularly wanted to learn and see. Definitely recommend this tour!!!!

Gregg_H

Loved the history of Jacksonville's architecture and the trip to that wonderful little candy store...

terri_j

It was a lot of fun the hot dog was amazing great weather couldn’t ask for a better day Tony was amazing

Patrick_C

A superb tour! I would strongly recommend this provider! Steven and Toni are exceptional! Learned so much about Jacksonville.

Virginia_M

The weather was iffy but our driver was great—very knowledgeable and all round good guy. Really enjoyed learning about Jacksonville—VERY different than what is was when I was a kid

Sandra_C

We enjoyed the overview of Jacksonville. The highlight for us was the War Memorial and the stop at Petes Sweets. Tony was a wonderful ambassador for Jacksonville
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2024-05-18 22:32