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Autism-Friendly Things to Do in Jacksonville, Florida

Where autistic kids and their families can relax and have fun in Jacksonville — from a sensory-certified zoo to quiet museum hours and the beaches.

Outings can be joyful or overwhelming depending on the venue. Jacksonville has an unusually strong sensory-friendly scene, and this page gathers the places worth knowing on the First Coast.

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Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Attraction · KultureCity-certified

Sensory-inclusive certified: sensory bags at the Train Booth, sensory maps of quiet and noisy areas, and a social story in the KultureCity app.

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MOSH (Museum of Science & History)

Museum · sensory hours

Runs sensory hours and Family Sensory Nights with modified lighting and sound and designated quiet zones.

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Visit Jacksonville — Autism-Friendly Attractions

Guide · local listings

A local roundup of autism- and sensory-friendly attractions across Jacksonville and the beaches.

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