Jacksonville Junior Explorers Summer Tour
Description
Embark on an exciting adventure with our Junior Explorer Summer Tour! This interactive tour is designed to spark curiosity and ignite the imaginations of young explorers as they journey through Jacksonville’s coolest landmarks and hidden gems.
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Stop #1: City Hall – Jacksonville’s Fancy Time Machine! Welcome to City Hall! This big, beautiful building isn’t just where important city decisions are made—it’s also full of history. Inside the atrium, look up! It’s bright, open, and super cool—like a mix between a museum and a castle. If we’re lucky, we might even peek inside the City Council Chamber, where local leaders make big decisions (kind of like superheroes for the city!). Fun fact: This building used to be a fancy hotel over 100 years ago!
Stop #2: James Weldon Johnson Park – Jacksonville’s Oldest Park! You’re standing in the oldest park in the city—right in the middle of downtown! This park has been here for over 150 years and has seen all kinds of history, from big parades to peaceful protests. It’s named after James Weldon Johnson, a famous writer and civil rights leader from Jacksonville who wrote “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” He helped change the world with his words! Today, this park is full of art, music, and fun. You’re walking through history—and a really cool place to hang out!
Stop #3: The Secret Treasure Room of the Library! Welcome to the Special Collections Room on the 4th floor of the Main Library—one of the coolest hidden gems in Jacksonville! This room holds rare books, old photos, and a map collection worth over half a million dollars! Some maps show what Jacksonville looked like long before cars, highways, or even air conditioning. Everything here helps tell the story of our city in amazing detail—just waiting to be explored!
Bonus Stops: Jacob Jewelers Clock & Downtown Murals and Visit Jax Headquarters! Take a look at that big green clock! The Jacob Jewelers Clock was built right after the fire of 1901 and has been a downtown landmark for 200 years. Locals have used it to tell time for generations—it’s Jacksonville’s own historic timekeeper! While you’re exploring, keep an eye out for the downtown murals—huge, colorful paintings on the sides of buildings. They show off Jacksonville’s history, heroes, and artistic flair. Each one is like a giant storybook page!
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
If you're looking for something fun and creative for your kids this summer, then this is for you! We can't wait to go back and do it again!
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear your family had a great time and that the kids enjoyed the experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another fun and adventurous day! 😊
So much fun for the whole family!!! Kids couldn't stop talking about everything they learned! City Hall was amazing, the park, the library and the kids earned their very own Junior Explorers Badge!!
Wow! thank you for such an epic review! We’re so glad your family had a blast and that the kids loved earning their Junior Explorers Badge! Hearing that they couldn’t stop talking about the adventure makes our day. Can’t wait to explore with you all again soon!
