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Jacksonville

Edward Waters College was founded in 1866 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) for the education of newly freed slaves. Located near downtown Jacksonville, Florida, the college currently sits on 23 acres and houses Centennial Hall (a nationally registered historic structure), the school’s oldest building which was constructed in 1916. A historically black college, Edward Waters College is currently a private, Christian, liberal arts college, is the oldest black college in Florida. It is a member of the United Negro College Fund. Edward Waters College initially opened its doors as Brown Theological Institute. The school was forced to close for most of the 1870s due to financial difficulties, but re-opened in 1883 with an extended educational program. It also adopted its current name which honors the third bishop of the AME church. The college was destroyed in Great (Jacksonville) Fire of 1901, the largest urban fire in southeast United States. Three years later in 1904 the AME church began rebuilding the college. For the majority of the College’s years of operation, the AME Church also raised money to clear the school’s debt and construct most of the buildings on the College’s campus.
Edward Waters College was founded in 1866 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) for the education of newly freed slaves. Located near downtown Jacksonville, Florida, the college currently sits on 23 acres and houses Centennial Hall (a nationally registered historic structure), the school’s oldest building which was constructed in 1916. A historically black college, Edward Waters College is currently a private, Christian, liberal arts college, is the oldest black college in Florida. It is a member of the United Negro College Fund. Edward Waters College initially opened its doors as Brown Theological Institute. The school was forced to close for most of the 1870s due to financial difficulties, but re-opened in 1883 with an extended educational program. It also adopted its current name which honors the third bishop of the AME church. The college was destroyed in Great (Jacksonville) Fire of 1901, the largest urban fire in southeast United States. Three years later in 1904 the AME church began rebuilding the college. For the majority of the College’s years of operation, the AME Church also raised money to clear the school’s debt and construct most of the buildings on the College’s campus.
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens showing art as well as a family
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens featuring art
Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens showing art and interior views as well as a couple

Popular places to visit

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens featuring art

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens

Browse through art that dates back thousands of years and explore scenic gardens housing one of the oldest trees in the region at this museum in Jacksonville.

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens

St. Vincent's Medical Center

If St. Vincent's Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.

St. Vincent's Medical Center

Riverside Park

After visiting Riverside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.

Riverside Park

Crystal Springs Park

After visiting Crystal Springs Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Crystal Springs Park

Normandy Mall Shopping Center

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Normandy Mall Shopping Center during your trip to Jacksonville. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

Normandy Mall Shopping Center

5 Points West Shopping Center

During your visit to Jacksonville, you can enjoy retail therapy at 5 Points West Shopping Center. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

5 Points West Shopping Center

Things to do

Gummy Making Class

Gummy Making Class

HK$156
per traveller
Gummy Making Class
Architecture and History Tour in San Marco

Architecture and History Tour in San Marco

HK$754
per adult
Architecture and History Tour in San Marco
Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville

Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville

HK$754
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports

1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports

HK$1,095
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports
Public Art Tour in Jacksonville

Public Art Tour in Jacksonville

HK$846
per adult
Public Art Tour in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour

Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour

HK$754
per adult
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
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Top hotels in Northwest

Apm Inn and Suite

Apm Inn and Suite

2 out of 5
510 Lane Ave S Jacksonville FL
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
6.6/10 (1,031 reviews)
Only thing was my room didn’t have a fridge

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

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Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is HK$1,257 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$1,257
HK$1,427 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,725 reviews)
The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. I did find it a bit strange that you had to go to the 2nd floor to check in. The valets are the ones who basically greet you but I don’t think their focus is to be friendly . The lobby, hallways and amenities were impeccable, with modern decor ...

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is HK$1,655 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
HK$1,655
HK$1,897 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,520 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville

3 out of 5
4660 Salisbury Road Jacksonville FL
The price is HK$657 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
HK$657
HK$745 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,820 reviews)
The rooms need updating. Bed sheets had stains on them, very gross. Hotel company needs to fumigate rooms, saw several roaches in the room.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport

Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport

3 out of 5
14565 Duval Rd Jacksonville FL
The price is HK$890 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
HK$890
HK$1,011 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,413 reviews)
The bed was very uncomfortable.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront

Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront

3 out of 5
1515 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is HK$1,402 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$1,402
HK$1,591 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,654 reviews)
Location was great and I loved the property. It had a pool, hot tub, free breakfast, a musician in the bar at night on the weekends and a cool tiki bar in the back. Lots of parking both near the entrance and across the street. Staff was friendly and the food was good.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwest

Aerial View Over Highways Downtown City Jacksonville Florida

Riverside

Riverside is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and 5 Points West Shopping Center.

Riverside
Beauty

Urban Core

While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Florida Theatre or VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.

Urban Core
Downtown Jacksonville which includes skyline, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Jacksonville

2.5/5(4 area reviews)

Florida Theatre and VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena are top sights in Downtown Jacksonville, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Riverplace Station or Kings Avenue Station to see more sights in the area.

Downtown Jacksonville
Beautiful aerial view of the St Augustine, the oldest town in USA. the castle of San Marcos National Monument, Flagler College and the Matanzas Bay

San Marco

Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.

San Marco
Empty Docks on the River

Westside

While visiting Westside, you might make a stop by sights like Jacksonville Equestrian Center and Normandy Lane Plaza Shopping Center.

Westside
Radical flower

Northside

3/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and Anheuser-Busch Brewery.

Northside

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