Highlands 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 beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
Mayo Clinic Florida
If Mayo Clinic Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
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.
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
Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour
St. Augustine: St. Johns River Airboat Safari with a Guide
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Our pick of the best Highlands Hotel Deals
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
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Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Great staff. Beautiful view of Jacksonville. Will stay again soon!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport
Everything was great
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Villas of Amelia Island
Clean room, helpful friendly staff, shuttle to shops and around property.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Clean rooms nice staff
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Staff was nice and respectful
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
Northside
While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanway Community Center and River City Market Place.
Urban Core
While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art or Florida Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail.
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.
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.
