# Jacksonville Florida Romantic Getaway *By James Hills, mantripping.com — Updated July 2021* If you’re planning a romantic getaway, there’s nothing like a good city break to give you and your partner the opportunity to explore a bright new world of possibilities together. Florida is one of the best states for this, but you won’t just find your romantic getaway in the Keys. Jacksonville, also known as Jax, is the most populous and culturally thriving cities in the state and has a ton of romantic attractions to enjoy.   ## Catch a Show A night at the theater can be the perfect catalyst for conversation and romance. It’s good news for you that Jax is one of the best places to catch a show, as well. It’s home to the famous [Alhambra Theater and Dining](https://www.alhambrajax.com/), one of the best places to spend a night out in the whole city, but there are plenty of other theaters with both locally produced and broadway shows to catch.   ##   ## Enjoy Some Greenery   Aside from [the Keys](https://www.mythirtyspot.com/safety-tips-every-mother-should-consider-before-traveling-with-kids/), Jacksonville is perhaps the greenest developed area in all of Florida. It has to be one of the greenest cities in the US, and there are plenty of gorgeous natural spots that can inspire some romance, such as the Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens and the Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary. If you want to learn a little more on your trip, there are eco-tours through areas like the Kingsley Plantation, too.   ##   ## Get Some Culture Together   If your date is of the more sophisticated type or you both like to engage with new ideas and enjoy some gorgeous craft, then [Jackonsville’s galleries and museums](https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/florida/articles/jacksonville-s-10-contemporary-art-galleries-you-should-visit/) might just be the thing to keep you busy. There are a lot, including a host of modern galleries like The Art Center Cooperative, museums like the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, as well as living attractions like the Art Walk where you can see local artists all offering their wares.   ##   ## Have Some Fun   A great, romantic time out isn’t just about great dining, places to see new sights, or great hotels. It’s also about doing stuff together and creating new experiences. There is no shortage of [unique things in Jacksonville](https://theescapegame.com/blog/jacksonville/things-to-do/) to do, whether it’s going to the Edge Rock Gym together to try out some climbing, enjoying a drink on the Jax Ale Trail, or hitting up the Autobahn Indoor Speedway for some go-karting fun. If it’s thrills you desire, then you will find them.   ##   ## Sail On Down The River   [St. John’s River](https://www.stjohnsriverkeeper.org/about-us/our-river/) winds through the entire city and, aside from offering a gorgeous place for an evening stroll, it can also make for a very romantic trip. Try one of the city’s water taxis to relax and take in the sights together. You can even head out into the open waters to enjoy watching the dolphins as they will often swim alongside and even jump along with the boats.   The next time you’re thinking of a place to hit up for a romantic getaway, especially in the summer, think about the River City. 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