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.
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 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.
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
You can get tickets for a performance at Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts on your trip to Jacksonville. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this family-friendly area.
VyStar Ballpark
Catch an event at VyStar Ballpark during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Edward Waters College
Walk around the campus at Edward Waters College during your stay in Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation
Top hotels in Urban Core
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Very clean and comfortable room.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Did not get a chance to have a meal in their restaurant. Did order some appetizers at the bar they were very good. The beds were very comfortable. The young lady at the reception desk could have been a little more friendly but overall I was very satisfied with the room. One drawback was the $16 charge ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
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Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
Clean, safe, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
The staff was so very friendly and accommodating. The front desk staff and breakfast staff were especially kind!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Jacksonville Riverwalk Conv Ctr
The hotel facilities were excellent, clean, and well maintained. The staff were extremely friendly, professional, and always ready to help, which made the stay very comfortable.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urban Core
Downtown Jacksonville
Florida Theatre and Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art 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.
Southbank
While you're in Southbank, take in top sights like Jacksonville Historical Center or Alexander Brest Planetarium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kings Avenue Station or Riverplace Station.
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 Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
