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 lively festivals.
VyStar Ballpark
Catch an event at VyStar Ballpark during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
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
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Jacksonville, From The Ashes
Our pick of the best Urban Core Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
"Beautiful hotel. Great view of the River. Very clean, very comfortable. Would absolutely stay again."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
"This hotel is under-construction. My suite was not clean, light was coming through the door to outside and the connecting door. I couldn't access the business center. The gym was tiny. Bugs were able to come in through the cracks in the doors."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
"Downstairs and lobby were more updated..rooms were not. Had to move to another room because air conditioner had soaked the carpet and smelled terrible. Staff was wonderful and moved us to another room. Not Doubletree fault but the whole 9th floor reeked of pot. Nauseating smell on balcony and in ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
"Staff was great. This JW Marriott was disappointing compared to all the others I have stayed, it’s old and the walls are like paper. Sounded like people in next room were in ours! Restaurant seemed under staffed, again the staff was very kind. Building front area is around construction area. The ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
"Well, the property was alright except for the $15.00 per day fee for parking that wasn't known before check-in. I would not mind it if it were secure; unfortunately, my small cooler was stolen out of the back of my truck along with all my drinks. I know a lot of people will say I should know better. ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
"Loved everything!!!"
Reviewed on 27 May 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.
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 Anheuser-Busch Brewery.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
