Title: Fort George Island Travel Guide: Best of Fort George Island, Jacksonville Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Fort George Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-George-Island-Hotels.d553248635976472525.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Jacksonville](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Jacksonville.d602997.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Jacksonville](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Jacksonville.d602997.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Fort George Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Fort-George-Island.d553248635976472525.Car-Hire-Guide)[Fort George Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-George-Island.d553248635976472525.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Fort George Island Travel Guide ## Jacksonville ![Taken at the Kinglsey plantation near Amelia Island; you can take a kayaking trip up the Fort George River to get here, and it's a lot of fun!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1674/d62039cb-0cd1-41db-9ef6-2e8bb2cd7cc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taken at the Kinglsey plantation near Amelia Island; you can take a kayaking trip up the Fort George River to get here, and it's a lot of fun!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1674/d62039cb-0cd1-41db-9ef6-2e8bb2cd7cc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068644/6dc3fdfa-39c6-47ae-ba07-33030561d3db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kingsley Plantation](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068653/1522c731-96ae-403c-b19d-c8586708a434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kingsley Plantation](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068653/197c0974-700f-4136-9c38-a87ef89f6171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Fort George Island Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Jacksonville travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville.dx602997) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Kingsley Plantation](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068653/b8d85de5-47b8-4973-9e6d-1c9b895224b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kingsley-Plantation-Jacksonville.d6068653.Attraction) ![Jacksonville_StJohnsTownCenter_6127793_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127793/913df1f7-3a40-4368-8236-be5fab84b219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Johns-Town-Center-Southside.d6127793.Attraction) ![Jacksonville_MayoClinicFlorida_6127706_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127706/6901ae4a-327b-40c7-92f0-e912ea036578.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mayo Clinic Florida If Mayo Clinic Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayo-Clinic-Florida-Southside.d6127706.Attraction) ![While attending the Florida Lighthouse Association's annual conference we visited two lighthouses on the Mayport Base. We beat the rain before heading back to the conference.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1674/e2a1df34-c81b-48f1-a2de-19e69cd0aded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayport-Naval-Station-Jacksonville.d6139737.Attraction) ![F/A-18 Hornets at NAS Jacksonville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127789/90a6a7f2-1db2-4154-a2b1-536b60eb9d1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Naval-Air-Station-Jacksonville.d6127789.Attraction) ![EverBank Field which includes a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058067/a8238c26-bc1c-4ed5-8ee1-6c1f59aa5cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/EverBank-Stadium-Downtown-Jacksonville.d6058067.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gummy Making Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3606843/331227cc-e50a-439b-b706-bf4f3759ad7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gummy Making Class £15 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gummy-making-class.a3606843.activity-details) ![Architecture and History Tour in San Marco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46083868/3e819f07-38df-487e-b4ad-cecf0a18978b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Architecture and History Tour in San Marco £70 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/architecture-and-history-tour-in-san-marco.a46083868.activity-details) ![St. Augustine: St. Johns River Airboat Safari with a Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47871058/c12e1458-01a0-407f-8590-f0c60921a6b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Augustine: St. Johns River Airboat Safari with a Guide £38 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/st-augustine-st-johns-river-airboat-safari-with-a-guide.a47871058.activity-details) ![Self-Guided Driving Bundle of Florida Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45688325/35bb0baf-ee7d-4c16-a6d4-ce83a110af32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Florida's Must-See Sights: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle £29 per traveller **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/floridas-must-see-sights-self-guided-driving-audio-tour-bundle.a45688325.activity-details) ![Learn what lurks beneath the waves. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45013797/bd4f19e2-9307-47c1-9995-c6ab78c335d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour £23 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/specters-of-the-spanish-moss-jacksonville-ghost-tour.a45013797.activity-details) ![Legend of the Yeti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3098660/33d34bdd-e6d1-451e-8a03-802f2a73572e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville £31 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-st-johns-town-center-in-jacksonville.a3098660.activity-details) [See all activities in Jacksonville](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Jacksonville.d602997.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Fort George Island ![Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51270000/51266300/51266293/863d9eb6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach 715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL £105 15 Feb - 16 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,641 reviews) Room & hotel decor was fun! Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=51266293&PinnedHotelID=51266293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472525) ![Hyatt Regency Jacksonville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/563200/563167/639b17f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Jacksonville 225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL £178 15 Feb - 16 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,460 reviews) Staff and amenities were as expected but the breakfast wasn’t the Hyatt standard . Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=563167&PinnedHotelID=563167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472525) ![The Villas of Amelia Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/798500/798447/bafdb582_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Villas of Amelia Island 8 Amelia Village Circle, Amelia Island Fernandina Beach FL Stay at this beach holiday home in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,156 reviews) The staff was extraordinary. Always cheerful and helpful. The accommodations were as advertised and supplied all we needed. The choice of restaurants was excellent and service there was excellent as well. Luis at Surfcaster was lots of fun and makes a great margarita! Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=798447&PinnedHotelID=798447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472525) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=798447&PinnedHotelID=798447&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472525) ![Comfort Suites Baymeadows Near Butler Blvd](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28500/28403/c90424b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Suites Baymeadows Near Butler Blvd 8277 Western Way Cir Jacksonville FL £84 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) clean room, great front desk staff. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=28403&PinnedHotelID=28403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472525) ![Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34600/a7e57e64_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk 1515 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL £100 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,642 reviews) Staff were incredibly nice and patient with questions. The location of the hotel was great. It was also very clean. 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You might want to make time for a stop at Mayport Naval Station or Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayport.dx553248635074841645) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Golden-Glades-The-Woods.dx553248635976475925) ![Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068644/6dc3fdfa-39c6-47ae-ba07-33030561d3db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arlington If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Arlington.dx553248635976388775) ![American Pitbull Terrier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975851730/7e0f9338-7c74-4b5d-8bd1-e063632b42db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### American Beach If you're spending some time in American Beach, American Beach and Spanish Quarter Village are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-American-Beach.dx553248635975851730) ![Sunrise over the Atlantic Ocean and the Jacksonville Baech pier in Jacksonville Beach Florida USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472402/8321ac44-b39d-462e-a0d0-292a45d82da3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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