Northside Travel Guide
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Admire thousands of animals and plants across entertaining exhibits in this family-friendly zoo that also has a children’s play area and a 4-D experience.
River City Market Place
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at River City Market Place during your stay in Jacksonville. Amble around the area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Anheuser-Busch Brewery
Learn about the making of your favorite beers as you take a tour of this famous home of Budweiser and other beverages.
Florida State College North Campus
Explore the campus of Florida State College North Campus as part of your travels around Jacksonville. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Oceanway Community Center
Oceanway Community Center is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary
Take the family on an outing to Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary during your trip to Jacksonville. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
2 Hour Italian Pasta Class With Local Chef in Jacksonville
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Private Shopping Tour from Jacksonville to St. Augustine Outlets
Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation
Top hotels in Northside
Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport
"Nice day for my son and I… The breakfast wasn’t that bad either I would definitely say again"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Jacksonville - Airport
"Enjoy my stay here! Everything was perfect. Definitely would be back"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Airport
"The room was clean had a little bit of a musty smell, and the refrigerator did not work. But it was clean enough, and the sheets and towels were clean and fresh. finding out that I had to pay for parking was a little bit annoying."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Tru by Hilton Jacksonville Airport I-95
"The bed could use a refresh, as the mattress felt very old - in fact, the underside of the mattress had fallen down and there were exposed tacks/nails. I had my cats with me, so that could have been an injury risk. I didn't see them until I was getting ready to leave. Other than that, I have no complaints ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG
"Its a beautiful hotel very clean, excellent 👌 staff"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Airport
"Excellent customer service"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northside
Urban Core
While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art or Florida Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.
Downtown Jacksonville
Florida Theatre and Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art are top sights in Downtown Jacksonville, and you should be sure to explore the stunning river views. Hop aboard the metro at Riverplace Station or Kings Avenue Station to see more sights in the area.
San Marco
Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Normandy Mall Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Mayport
You'll enjoy the parks and waterfront in Mayport. You might want to make time for a stop at Mayport Naval Station or Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve.
