Seven Pines residents know they live among some of the loveliest, unspoiled coastal environs in southeast Jacksonville, amid a sought-after, master-planned community designed to amplify it.

They also live near another spectacular locale where public artwork highlights nature’s artwork.

Located only 9.2 miles east of Seven Pines, Jacksonville Beach — one of northeast Florida’s iconic beach towns — sports 16 public murals adorning various buildings, structures and businesses around town.

Just as Seven Pines’ setting augments its appeal, so do Jacksonville Beach’s public murals. They’re often juxtaposed with stunning Atlantic Ocean vistas, yet stand out in their own way, reflecting colorful sea life, fun beach traditions, and beloved local activities such as surfing.

Best of all, Seven Pines residents can grab a map here, and explore each Jacksonville Beach mural face-to-face. The Jacksonville metro area contains numerous vibrant neighborhoods where public murals are a vital part of civic life. So don’t hesitate to explore other local mural trails too.

Key takeaways

• Seven Pines residents are just minutes from the Jacksonville Beach Mural Trail, making it easy to enjoy one of the area’s most colorful public art experiences.
• The trail features 16 murals inspired by coastal life, sea life, surfing, and Jacksonville Beach culture.
• Most murals are located along A1A and Beach Boulevard, making the trail easy to explore in one outing.
• The mural trail adds another layer of nearby culture and creativity to the Seven Pines lifestyle.

Some quick tips

Jacksonville Beach’s public murals are numbered from north to south along the AIA corridor (also known as Florida’s east-coast highway). Eleven murals can be found along or a block or so off the busy thoroughfare, and five more are clustered in locations along Beach Boulevard.

If you’re a new or prospective Seven Pines resident who’s unfamiliar with the area or hasn’t done much exploring, simply exit the community onto Beach Boulevard and turn right (east). Beach Boulevard takes you straight to Jacksonville Beach, ending at its intersection with A1A.

Before you arrive, check out mural Nos. 10-14 — or catch them on your route home. Turn left (north) on A1A to seek mural Nos. 1-9. Turn right (south) to seek mural Nos. 15-16.

While on the trek, google an artist’s or establishment’s social media or website to learn more about a mural’s back story and the person or people who rendered it. Some murals are untitled, and a few artists are unknown, but coastal living and colorful sea life are reoccurring subjects.

New murals also appear. If you spot one not on the current map, step inside the business or public location bearing the artwork to ask for more background, if you like.

An artful sampling

It’s difficult to highlight 16 public murals individually here, but we’ve pulled out a few to illustrate the striking artwork you’ll see along the Jacksonville Beach mural trail.

No. 4 — “Jacksonville Beach” by an unknown artist. It’s the timeless post-card script of the city’s name rendered in whale-size form along one side of Graffiti American Burger Bar.

No. 10 — “Anti Bad Vibe Shield” by Australian artist Ozzy Wrong (Wright) on one side of Sunrise Surf Shop. The colors alone will lift any bad mood.

No. 16 — “JAX Beach” by local artist Brad Jones features a giant sea turtle cruising ocean depths across the side of a car wash. It’s the southernmost mural on the Jacksonville Beach mural trail.

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