Urban Core Travel Guide

Jacksonville

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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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Top hotels in Urban Core

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿6,125 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿6,125
฿7,022 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,813 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice bar and decent food."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk

Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk

3.5 out of 5
1515 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,971 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿3,971
฿4,507 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

4 out of 5
245 Water St Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿4,886 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,886
฿5,546 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ฿4,247 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,247
฿4,820 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 ...
6.8/10 (1,690 reviews)
"This was such a disgusting hotel!! It is so in need of a makeover its not even funny. I checked in and checked right back out. The room smelled, had stains all over the carpet and curtains. I have never been so disgusted with an hotel and I travel weekly for work. I was so disappointed because what ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95

Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95

4 out of 5
1331 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is ฿3,521 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿3,521
฿3,997 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
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 ฿4,987 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,987
฿5,660 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 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.

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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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Oceanfront

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

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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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