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.
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 make plans for a show at Daily's Place on your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
VyStar Ballpark
Catch an event at VyStar Ballpark during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Jacksonville, From The Ashes
Top hotels in Urban Core
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Great.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Under construction
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Very good location
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Enjoyed the breakfast buffet and price.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
The hotel is going through some upgrades, but I don't believe they have completed the work. The rooms have been upgraded, however I am not terribly impressed. Good size rooms, but too stark and sterile. Scale of furniture is off for size of room. They could also use some area rugs to warm up the ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Everything was great, except our bed was like sleeping on the hard ground. Not comfortable at all. Thats my only complaint
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urban Core
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.
Riverside
Riverside is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like 5 Points West Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Normandy Mall Shopping Center 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.
Northside
While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and River City Market Place.
