Urban Core Travel Guide
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit
EverBank Stadium
Capable of seating over 80,000 fans, this modern football stadium is the exciting home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, international soccer games and music events.
Florida Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Florida Theatre on your trip to Jacksonville. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center
See exhibitions and join in community events at the former Union Station, a large train station which dates back to 1919.
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
You can get tickets for a performance at Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts on your trip to Jacksonville. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this family-friendly area.
Shands Jacksonville Medical Center
If Shands Jacksonville Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
VyStar Ballpark
Catch an event at VyStar Ballpark during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly 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 Urban Core
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
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
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Didn't have breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
Very nice room, but no self parking options
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
The room was nice and clean. A/C was working perfectly and the room was very comfortable to my standards :)
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
The room was amazing!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Urban Core
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.
Riverside
Riverside is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and 5 Points West Shopping Center.
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.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
