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 great live music.
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
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports
Our pick of the best Urban Core Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Clean room
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Construction was going on when we stayed
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
The rooms were dated and worn. I literally had paint flaking off the walls. Not small amounts, but large amounts of paint. Thay being said, the staff was incredible, and did their best to make up for a property that needed a lot of TLC.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Place was ok, nothing fancy but clean and great staff, just be aware if your room face the street might be noisy, there are two bars/pubs almost in front of the property and Saturday night was on, other than that good breakfast, clean and convenient
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
I love the Marriott always a nice stay
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Loved it ! So convenient walking distance to locations and view of beach was awesome
Reviewed on 4 Mar 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 Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and 5 Points West Shopping Center.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail.
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.
