Riverside Travel Guide
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit

Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens
Browse through art that dates back thousands of years and explore scenic gardens housing one of the oldest trees in the region at this museum in Jacksonville.
St. Vincent's Medical Center
If St. Vincent's Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
Riverside Park
After visiting Riverside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Discover the great live music and shops in this family-friendly area.
5 Points West Shopping Center
During your visit to Jacksonville, you can enjoy retail therapy at 5 Points West Shopping Center. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Riverside Arts Market
During your visit to Jacksonville, you can do some window-shopping at Riverside Arts Market. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Memorial Park
Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do

Architecture and History Tour in San Marco

Hand Pulled Lollipop - Hard Candy Class

1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports

Private Shopping Tour from Jacksonville to St. Augustine Outlets
Top hotels in Riverside

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Staff was great,!phone in room did not work , and shower needed some work , very low pressure
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
The room was amazing!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Very nice place! Loved the ocean view! Valet was great. Only negative was the bed was hard for our liking.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport
Front desk help Amy was excellent she was super helpful and a dedicated team member
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Close to my destination, staff was wonderful great stay
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
It meet the needs and the view was great/. Also easy access to the river sunset tours.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside

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.

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.

Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail.

Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Merill Road Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Baymeadows
Notable for its shopping, restaurants and beaches, Baymeadows is a sought-after destination for many travellers visiting Jacksonville. If you want to see some sights in the area, check out St. Johns Town Center or The Avenues.







