Urban Core Travel Guide

Jacksonville

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Stay near popular Urban Core attractions

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Photo by Ken McCray
Open Photo by Ken McCray

EverBank Stadium

8.2/10 (1,928 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville

The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville

฿1,403
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Gummy Making Class

Gummy Making Class

฿602
per traveller
Gummy Making Class
Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville

Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville

฿3,167
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville
Public Art Tour in Jacksonville

Public Art Tour in Jacksonville

฿3,552
per adult
Public Art Tour in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour

Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour

฿3,167
per adult
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Fun 2-Hour Sushi Making Class in Jacksonville

Fun 2-Hour Sushi Making Class in Jacksonville

฿2,510
per adult
Fun 2-Hour Sushi Making Class in Jacksonville
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Top hotels in Urban Core

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿5,593 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿5,593
฿6,412 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

4 out of 5
245 Water St Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿4,838 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿4,838
฿5,491 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront

4 out of 5
1201 Riverplace Boulevard Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿4,117 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿4,117
฿4,672 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk

Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk

3.5 out of 5
1515 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿4,347 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿4,347
฿4,933 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95

Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95

4 out of 5
1331 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿3,537 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,537
฿4,014 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
The price is ฿5,668 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,668
฿6,433 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
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Where to stay in Urban Core

Find the best Urban Core areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Photo by Ryan Ketterman
Open Photo by Ryan Ketterman

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.

Oceanfront

While visiting Oceanfront, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanfront Park and Northeast Florida Beaches.

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Amelia City

While visiting Amelia City, you might make a stop by sights like American Beach and Fernandina Beach.

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Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

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Sawgrass

Beaches and riverfront are just a few things travellers like about Sawgrass. A stop by Mickler Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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