San Marco Travel Guide
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit
Theatre Jacksonville
You can get tickets for a performance at Theatre Jacksonville on your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
St. Johns Town Center
With a visit to St. Johns Town Center, a favourite shopping spot in Jacksonville, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Mayo Clinic Florida
If Mayo Clinic Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station
After visiting Jacksonville Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mayport Naval Station
Mayport Naval Station is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
TPC Sawgrass
Enjoy a round of golf in Ponte Vedra Beach at TPC Sawgrass. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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 San Marco
Scottish Inn Jacksonville Downtown
Housekeeping is terrible stealing y’all need to take them off the app
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Downtown-Southbank
Only stayed for a night.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Downtown Southbank
Rooms are nice. Friendly staff. 3 am fire alarm was not good.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Magnuson Hotel Jacksonville Downtown
I made the mistake of walking around the room barefoot. Within a few minutes the bottoms of my feet were black. Towels so thin they would work as window screens!! Toilet rocked and felt like it was going to topple over. Needed to flush twice for each use. Coffee maker didn't work, even the replacement ...
Reviewed on 5 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
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Marco
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.
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.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place 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 Cinemark Tinseltown Jacksonville or St. Johns Town Center.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
