Mandarin 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 acclaimed theatre scene.

Jacksonville Naval Air Station
After visiting Jacksonville Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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 acclaimed theatre scene.

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.

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.
Activities

Airboat Adventure in Saint Augustine with a Guide

CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach

Amelia Island Guided Kayak Tour of Lofton Creek

Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour

Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville
Our pick of the best Mandarin Hotel Deals

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Margaritaville was great
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Great stay! They upgraded the room to river view for free! Super friendly, short walks to bars, restaurants, and nights out. Loved our stay!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Did not use
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
I didn’t have an ocean view
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
Have stayed here twice and I dont think I will ever come back. There is always something wrong with the elevators, the kickbacks are usually just chips and salsa and not everybody can have tomato. And always loud.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Hotel is outdated. No Mini fridge. Bathroom was small, water backed up in tub, tub and sink faucets were dirty and falling off, no room for toiletries in bathroom. Carpet in room was nasty and dirty. TV didn't work. Bugs (not naming what kind) were found in rooms and stairwell walls. Way ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mandarin

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.

Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Deerwood
While Deerwood isn't home to many top sights, St. Johns Town Center and UNF Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and 5 Points West Shopping 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.


