Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Go Tuk'n is the only tour provider of this tour. These two historic neighborhoods were developed after the 1901 fire in Jacksonville. The residential architecture is some of the most unique across the USA in these two neighborhoods. In addition, you will visit the Memorial Part celebrating the legacy of our WWI veterans on the beautiful St. John's River. You will also find hidden parks and learn about our unique history in these areas of our city.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wired Ear Buds (not bluetooth enabled) w/ Round Tip for use with Audio Tour Headsets
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Riverside/Avondale Historic District
These historic neighborhoods have many parks, historic homes, and shoppes plus such much more to see and learn. These neighborhoods were created mainly after our famous 1901 fire that destroyed our downtown. Several famous Southern Rock bands started their musical career here in this area, so you'll get to see where it all began. Memorial Park, dedicated to our WWI fallen community members. And so much more.
Memorial Park
This park is dedicated to the fallen WWI from our city. This beautiful park overlooks the St. John's River as well.
What‘s Included
Certified Tour Guide
Audio Tour Headset (we supply disposable ear buds)
Tuk'n Tips for the Tour Guides (Please Tip Your Tour Guide)
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Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Reviews
36 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Historical tour of Jacksonville
nicki505,,May 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an excellent tour. Our tour guide l, Toni, was extremely friendly & knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you
Educational and fun
Evonne L,,Apr 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Seeing the different architectural styles, the 200 + year old tree, all the new development, WOW! Great to see it all in 90 minutes with Toni who was extremely knowledgeable.. Recommend this to anyone who likes history, architect and anyone who wants to see how this city blends the old and the new.
Architecture amazement with passion.
Shaun M,,Feb 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Although Jacksonville has less central downtown sightseeing this trip shows you the diverse home architecture in the many districts. We saw places designed to look like Hampton court of Henry the eighth and much more. Great guide Toni full of passion for her town.
Excellent historian, leisurely way to see the architecture, relaxing
Cruiser64259142158,,Oct 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed this tour so much. I have recommended it to many people. We got history on the old houses in Riverside and Avondale and learned about the architecture. It was a beautiful day.
Overall good tour, need to improve on bathroom breaks
tombo4ahi,,Jul 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Overall a good tour, guide was informative. Could be improved by offering bath room breaks. In original review gave four stars, but owner, provided the following cavalier response: ..."The guide stops at the shoppes of Avondale for your break including to use the restroom. At any point, you can let the guide know you need to use the facilities. And the guide also asks our guest about using the restroom prior to starting the tour and to let them know if they need to use the restroom. I am so sorry you felt the need to lower the ranking of the tour over bathrooms which could have easily been addressed by asking the guide as instructed..." This comment is inappropriate assumes we are lying and blames the customer for their internal process and training issues. Adjusting the review to below average....do not recommend this tour or company.
Best of Riverside / Avondale
Daveystravels,,Jun 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wanted to show my friends around my neighborhood where I have lived for a few years. Even though I routinely run in the area past many of the houses we discussed, I realized after Toni’s tour how much I didn’t know. My friends were amazed by beauty and the architecture, and appreciated Toni’s in depth knowledge. As a local resident I appreciated the tour even more. I will never view my neighborhood the same way. Experience was a lot of fun!
Jacksonville Tour - May 2024
annem5947,,May 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is fantastic. We have lived here for a few years and haven't had a chance to explore downtown Jacksonville. This tour introduced us to Jacksonville and all that is going on in the downtown area (sports arena improvement, parks being added, MOSH relocation, places to eat) and the areas of Riverside, Brooklyn and Avondale. We can't say enough good things about our tour guide Toni. She is knowledgeable about the area, history and architect. Toni is easy to talk with and answers all our questions. She is a safe driver. And we enjoyed riding in the Tuk carts. This was the perfect tour for my husband who loves historic buildings and homes. This is on our list of things to do when we have people from out of town visiting. Go Tuk'n has other tours we will be going on soon. Highly recommend.
Outstanding experience
patriciasterling,,May 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yesterday a friend and I did the Go Tuk'n history & architecture tour of Riverside Avondale. Two other women had registered, so we were a merry group of 5 gals, including our excellent guide Toni. We saw architecturally significant homes and parks throughout the Riverside Avondale historic districts. We learned many interesting details about them and about Jax during the two-hour tour. I look forward to enjoying more tours with Go Tuk’n.
Great guide but tough viewing for taller people.
caryleem,,Feb 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide Toni was amazing. She really knew her stuff. We enjoyed it immensely, however my husband is 6’2” and he couldn’t see most of the homes due to the way the Tuk tuk was made. I however was fine. (5’4”). We had a great time, just wish the sight line was better for a taller man.
Great intro to the city
sandrasY625CF,,Apr 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour of downtown area. Knowledge abounds with history, architecture, culture at the same time fielding questions. Russell was so friendly and responsive and interesting and fun to be with. Thanks we learned a ton!
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