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.
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
Catch an event at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena during your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
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.
Daily's Place
You can make plans for a show at Daily's Place on your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
Take the family on an outing to Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts during your trip to Jacksonville. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
VyStar Ballpark
Catch an event at VyStar Ballpark during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Jupiter, Florida: Intracoastal Waterway Cruise
Private Shopping Tour from Jacksonville to St. Augustine Outlets
Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation
Top hotels in Urban Core
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
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Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Love this hotel
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Excellent location - across from RiverWalk. Great restaurant adjacent to the hotel - Chart Restaurant. Views of downtown. Avis/Budget car rental on site - so convenient.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
We stayed only 1 night while taking my son on a college tour. The hotel was clean and room was updated. We had a view of downtown and the St. John’s River. Check in was great with Emileigh. She was so friendly and welcoming, and she continued to greet us when we walked through the lobby during the ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Pros: the restaurant staff were so kind and had that southern hospitality vibe, side ocean view, the quality of the food at the restaurant, the awesome valet guys Cons: the middle-aged women at the check-in desk are so rude and are annoyed by guests just being there, bathroom door is barn style and ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urban Core
Downtown Jacksonville
Florida Theatre and VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena 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 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.
Northside
While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and River City Market Place.
