Southside Travel Guide
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit
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 beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.
Saint Vincent's Medical Center Southside
If Saint Vincent's Medical Center Southside is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
Morocco Shrine Center
After visiting Morocco Shrine Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Orange Park Place Shopping Center
During your visit to Jacksonville, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Orange Park Place Shopping Center. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Epping Forest Yacht Club Marina
Explore the waterfront in Jacksonville with a trip to Epping Forest Yacht Club Marina. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
San Jose Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Jacksonville at San Jose Country Club. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
Things to do
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation
Top hotels in Southside
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
"Wyndham Gardens has become my go to Jacksonville hotel for short trips and I have enjoyed the hotel. This location has been perfect for our 1-2 nights stays for concerts and shows. Only a 15 minute drive to the stadium and plenty of restaurants and attractions. The staff has always been friendly ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Jacksonville Deerwood
"The welcome snack bag was a nice touch. The staff at the front desk was amazing. I would like to give Kyah Kudos she was very welcoming, warm and helpful. We were in a room where the hot water was not working, we let the staff know and immediately they moved us to another room where the hot water ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Jacksonville / St. Johns Town Center
"Good overnight stay in a convenient area lots of restaurants. The beds were ok and room was a good size."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Jacksonville/Butler Blvd
"We have stayed here before. Staff is attentive and accommodating. Hotel and rooms are well maintained and very clean. Lovely breakfast. Close to I95 and Butler Blvd. Would recommend."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Midtown Lodge
"Frankly I was puzzled when I entering this 8.0/10.0 property. How could ppl give score that high?! rubbish is seen everywhere, water ( perhaps from ac) runs on the porch. The ac is really noise. The bed is clean, and perhaps this is the only bright spot. Sorry but I won't use it the next time."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jacksonville Butler Blvd
"La habitación muy cómoda Ubicado en una buena área quiz ás algo lejos de restaurantes y supermercados Totalmente recomendable"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
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.
Deerwood
While Deerwood isn't home to many top sights, St. Johns Town Center and UNF Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
San Marco
Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.
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.
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.
