Jacksonville, Florida — Chill Two-Day Travel Plog

📅 Rough Itinerary: Day 1: Museum → Riverside stroll → Dinner Day 2: Sunrise at 6 AM → Zoo → Head home Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Visited on a Saturday — totally lucked out with FREE admission that day! 🎫 Normally $15–20, so bring your student ID if you have one. The gardens are gorgeous, right by the river. Perfect for a slow walk and some artsy pics. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Ticket: Around $44 per adult (kids cheaper, but I forgot exact prices 😅). This zoo is HUGE — wear comfy shoes, seriously! 🥿 My feet were dead but worth it. They have a cute little train 🚂, a turtle petting area, and you can even feed giraffes 🦒! Super family-friendly. Riverside Photo Spot Parking’s a bit tricky — drove around a few times till I found a spot. Best time for photos is around sunset. I went at 5 PM and the sun was still strong… couldn’t even open my eyes fully 😎. Golden hour would be ideal! Food & Coffee Blue Orchid Thai Cuisine Just a few blocks from the museum — plenty of parking! 🥭 Mango sticky rice is a MUST. So good! 🫔 Fresh spring rolls were also delicious — light and flavorful. Murray Hillbilly A vegan burger joint — surprisingly amazing! 🍔 Even as a meat lover, I was impressed. Great for grabbing something on the go. 📌 Final Tips:Wear walking shoes 👟 (zoo + riverside walks are no joke) Check museum free days if you’re on a budget 🆓 Sunset > bright sun for riverside photos 📸 Vegan or not — give Murray Hillbilly a try! 🌱 Jacksonville may not be Miami, but it’s got its own slow, sunny charm. Perfect for a short getaway ☀️💙. #US #Florida #Jacksonville