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 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
CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach
Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour
St. Augustine: St. Johns River Airboat Safari with a Guide
Our pick of the best Lakeside Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Clean room
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
We had to move rooms because of a roach wad spotted. Staff was excellent No problem with the wifi Air-conditioning/Heating worked well
Reviewed on 4 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 front desk staff was amazing. Turner really helped us out a lot and was able to get us into our room early. She helped me with my Hilton rewards account. We ate lunch at the bar at the hotel. Rambo was our server. He was a one man show running the bar and taking food orders. He treated us like ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Candlewood Suites Jacksonville Southpoint by IHG
Clean and comfortable rooms. The kitchen/bedroom layout was perfect. Well set up. There was a little street noise but I wear ear plugs, so not a problem for me. 2 choices of pillow types which was helpful. I streamed Netflix and relaxed. Perfect downtown location.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Jacksonville-South/St. Johns Ctr.
The staff was great. The room was exactly what I needed.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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 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.
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 St. Johns Town Center or The Avenues.
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.
