Lakeside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Mayo Clinic Florida
If Mayo Clinic Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.

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 entertainment choices.

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.

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.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Admire thousands of animals and plants across entertaining exhibits in this family-friendly zoo that also has a children’s play area and a 4-D experience.
Activities

CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach

The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville

Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour

St. Augustine: St. Johns River Airboat Safari with a Guide

A1A Scenic Byway App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Lakeside Hotel Deals

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Clean room, kind staff
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Great.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Weekly Inn
First off, the staff was very rude. No one spoke English at all, and they all had attitudes the middle of the day. There’s nobody at the front desk when you scream and ring the bell. Nobody answers there is ice buckets in every room, but no ice machine horrible the worst place I have ever seen.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Comfort Suites Baymeadows Near Butler Blvd
The rooms were very clean
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
Excellent⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Terrible experience. Southbank Hotel was under construction, after being bought out by Marriott. This was not disclosed to me by hotels.com or Marriot when I made reservation. When I say under construction, I don’t mean slight construction I mean, heavy construction, and total remodel. The carpets ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 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 5 Points West Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.

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 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.

