3 Things to Do with Kids in Jacksonville, FL

Are you planning a family vacation to Jacksonville, FL? Maybe you’re already in Florida and are looking for family-friendly ideas for afternoon fun? You’ve come to the right place. We at Carl’s Van Rentals would love to tell you about a few Jacksonville attractions that are great for the whole family.

1. Spend the day at the water park.

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Many Jacksonville visitors love to spend a day at Adventure Landing. In fact, you can choose from one of two Adventure Landing locations right in Jacksonville! The park has water slides and wave pools at Shipwreck Island Water Park as well as miniature golf, laser tag, arcade games, and more.

2. Catch a ball game.

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Jacksonville, FL loves sports. Whether you’re a fan of football, baseball, golf, or just sports in general, you can find a game or event to attend. Pile the family in that minivan rental and head on out to enjoy one of Jacksonville’s many sporting opportunities, ranging from professional to the casual pick-up game in one of the area’s many parks.

3. Go on an outdoor adventure.

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In the mood for a little family hike? Jacksonville, FL is home to many parks and nature preserves that feature family-friendly hiking trails. You can get great views of marshes, wildlife, the ocean, and more! You may even decide to do one hike a day to explore all that Jacksonville has to offer.

Jacksonville is full of opportunities for family fun! To get to any of these Florida attractions, book a van rental from Carl’s Van Rentals of Jacksonville. We carry everything from minivan rentals to 15 passenger van rentals. Check out our current specials, and contact us at (904) 727-3848 to make a reservation.

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