Lakeside 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.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station
After visiting Jacksonville Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mayport Naval Station
Mayport Naval Station is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
University of North Florida
Explore the campus of University of North Florida during your stay in Jacksonville. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.
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.
TPC Sawgrass
Enjoy a round of golf in Ponte Vedra Beach at TPC Sawgrass. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Amelia Island Guided Kayak Tour of Lofton Creek
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Airboat Adventure in Saint Augustine with a Guide
Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville
Top hotels in Lakeside
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
"The room was adequate. Could really use an update/refresh. Really not a lot to see and do, or places to eat once you get to the property."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
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
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
"Carpet in room torn, couch cushions torn, had an older building smell in hallway and room, breakfast and coffee were not ready on time, might stay again but it would have to be a much lower price"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Weekly Inn
"I was coming to Jax for a one day event from Tampa and needed a place for only 1 night. Couldn’t believe the price on how reasonable it was for a king room. Well I bit the bullet and took a chance and hit the lottery on this place. What a gem. Room was absolutely spotless and everything was brand ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jacksonville SE- Med Ctr Area by IHG
"everything was great except for the person that checked me in was very rude and I’m not sure if I will stay there again because of that person. Other than that, the hotel was great."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
"Things that went right: the breakfast was fine. And Keju on the check-in desk was a professional, cheery and very helpful person. Things that aren't right: The rest of the check-in staff was morose and useless. Check-in took much longer than it should The hotel lobby is undergoing massive renovation ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeside
Westside
While visiting Westside, you might make a stop by sights like Jacksonville Equestrian Center and Normandy Lane Plaza Shopping Center.
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.
San Marco
Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
