Urban Core
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 get tickets for a performance at Daily's Place during your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
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 great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation
Jacksonville Southbank Scavenger Hunt Adventure
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Jacksonville, From The Ashes
Top hotels in Urban Core
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
"The room was adequate. Could really use an update/refresh. Really not a lot to see and do, or places to eat once you get to the property."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
"Things that went right: the breakfast was fine. And Keju on the check-in desk was a professional, cheery and very helpful person. Things that aren't right: The rest of the check-in staff was morose and useless. Check-in took much longer than it should The hotel lobby is undergoing massive renovation ..."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
"No bottle water in the room, usb connection doesn’t work, desktop phone doesn’t work, thermostat doesn’t work, too cold or shut off. It’s not fitting the Double Tree brand."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
"Some cleaning problems and noisy 8n the lobby"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
"Excelente la atención, no tengo ningún comentario."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
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Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urban Core
Downtown Jacksonville
Enjoy the stunning river views in Downtown Jacksonville. Florida Theatre is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Riverplace Station or Kings Avenue Station to see more of Jacksonville.
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
If you're spending some time in Northwest, Normandy Mall Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens 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.
Northside
If you're spending some time in Northside, Oceanway Community Center and Anheuser-Busch Brewery are top sights worth seeing.
