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.
San Jose Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Jacksonville at San Jose Country Club. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
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.
Things to do
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville
Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Top hotels in Southside
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
"This was our 3rd stay at this hotel. Clean. Basic hotel. People slamming doors on our floor wasn't ideal. Outside could stand to be cleaned up. Otherwise, we would stay here again."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Jacksonville Deerwood
"The entire staff was absolutely EXCELLENT at this location. Very friendly. We will definitely recommend this to others."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Midtown Lodge
"Room 163: the door does not lock. The toilet paper holder is dangling from the wall, which has small divots dug out of it. There is a bit of discoloration around the tub. The staff willingly gave us another room. Inside door latches/chains have been removed and painted over. The room interiors are ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Jacksonville/Butler Blvd
"Everything was great. We will stay here again!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jacksonville Butler Blvd
"I HATE the vinyl floors that many hotels are installing in hotel today - this property included. The vinyl floor sounds plastic, thin, and cheap, and it feels cold and sterile, not comfortable and homey."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville - Town Center by IHG
"Spacious super clean breaks fast was fresh and everything was clean. Staff super friendly and safe area"
Reviewed on 21 May 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.
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 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.
Urban Core
While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art or Florida Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.
Golden Glades - The Woods
While Golden Glades - The Woods isn't home to many top sights, St. Johns Town Center and UNF Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
