Jacksonville Gay Guide / LGBT Guide

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Jacksonville, also referred to as ‘The River City’, is the largest city in Florida in terms of land mass, has a population of over 800,000 people and is centred on the banks of the St Johns River. It is a good place to escape to in winter, because the climate is mild, whilst in summer temperatures can reach highs of over 30 degrees Celsius. There is a significant gay presence in the area, with the neighbourhoods of San Marco, Riverside and Avondale proving to be particularly attractive to members of the LGBT community. Thus, if you want to get a taste of Jacksonville gay culture, there are plenty of areas in the city to visit.

In Jacksonville you will find numerous restaurants, gay bars and clubs, bathhouses and saunas, as well as gay-friendly hotels and resorts. Plus, there is a gay beach located in Guana River State Park, which tends to attract good-looking gay men. There are also plenty of shops and boutiques to spend your money in and opportunities to experience Jacksonville culture. There are numerous art galleries, including the Museum of Contemporary Art and the University of North Florida Gallery, and notable historical sites, such as the Fort Caroline National Memorial, to visit.

If you’re looking for events that are held in the city, you will find plenty to choose from, including the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, where you can hear numerous jazz acts play; the Springing the Blues Festival where you can enjoy blues music; Much Ado about Books, a popular book festival; the Jacksonville Film Festival, where you can watch the wide range of films on offer; and the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Spectacular, where you can enjoy the amazing air show that is put on. Therefore, Jacksonville is an American city well worth visiting for all of the events, activities and gay-friendly amenities that are available in the area.

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