Urban Core Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 lively festivals.
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 great live music.
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.
Activities
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Electric Bike Art and Architecture Guided Tour in Jacksonville
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports
Our pick of the best Urban Core Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Check-in was super busy, but everyone was so friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and had a great view at night of the city.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Average hotel clean .. staff was fine .. just felt older and dated.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Great hotel
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Nice staff, clean and comfortable. A/C was cold which is a huge plus for me. Comfortable bed too. I didn't realize it when I booked it but we had stayed in this hotel 7 years ago. You can never go wrong with a Hampton Inn.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
Great hotel in downtown Jacksonville. Close to everything and very walkable. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Rooms were great and very clean. Management staff were very responsive and accommodating to requests. Only down side is there were very limited activities for kids if the weather is bad. Overall will stay here again just not in the colder months.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urban Core
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.
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 5 Points West Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Normandy Mall Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.
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 River City Market Place.
