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
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
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Top hotels in Northside
Home2 Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Airport
"The room was huge and comfortable"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Extended Stay America Premier Suites - Jacksonville - Airport
"Honestly was a great stay for two days before heading on my cruise!! The only thing that sucks was the breakfast options. Things were very limited and wasnt nothing of source there.. Had to go to cracker barrel which is 5 mins away. The attendant Angel was a very nice!! He was very informative and ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport
"The room was super clean. Bed was clean & comfortable. The room didn't have a microwave but I didn't even ask. If that's a game changer, call ahead of time. There was a nice variety of food for breakfast. Constantly bringing more hot food out once it got low. I would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Tru by Hilton Jacksonville Airport I-95
"Upon checking I was impressed with the outside and lobby. We were given a room on the 5th floor. When we stepped off the elevator we were hit with humid hot air. The air was out, not working in the hallway. They had placed a box fan at the end of the long hallway. You would have thought this would ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG
"The hotel room was clean and the bed was comfortable. My biggest complaint is I had an ADA shower but there were no shelves in the shower, so I had to put all my shower stuff on the floor and ended up slamming my shoulder into the railing. Not having a shelf or a place to put your shower stuff is ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Airport
"Initially, we had planned for a three day stay unfortunately an emergency Rose where we had to leave the day after we checked in. I checked out at the desk and explained to the clerk why we were leaving suddenly she was unable to give me a receipt at the time but told me I would get a receipt in ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northside
Urban Core
While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Florida Theatre or VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, 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 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.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Edgewood Park and Normandy Mall Shopping Center.
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.
