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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 lively festivals.
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.
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.
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
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Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Nice customer service 👌
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Nice room, comfortable beds, super clean, breakfast was delicious and staff was very friendly! Only complaints were that our a/c unit (room 426) kept knocking and rattling all night and they had Fox News on in the dining room during breakfast…not exactly relaxing, family friendly content. Other than ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
The hotel was nice, I loved the bed. The sheets and comforter were so soft and cozy and the pillows were fluffy. The room was very clean, but I paid for a river view and could only see a small glimpse of the river between two buildings. The breakfast was expensive and wasn’t that great. The grab ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Had the most awesome time. I will be back again. Thank you Brittany for you amazing customer service ❤️
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
A GREAT TIME, SLEPT WELL👍👍👍👍. VERY COMFY... GOIN AGAIN THIS WEEKEND.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 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.
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.
Northside
While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and Anheuser-Busch Brewery.
