Urban Core
Jacksonville
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 lively festivals.
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 lively festivals.
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.
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
You can get tickets for a performance at Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts on your trip to Jacksonville. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this family-friendly area.
VyStar Ballpark
Catch an event at VyStar Ballpark during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Half-Day City Tour in Downtown Jacksonville
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports
Top hotels in Urban Core
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Room was clean and spacious..The staff was professional and helpful
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Clean and neat room
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
The hotel staff was amazing, every single lady I encountered at the front desk. The bar was great, great drinks and amazing service from I believe his name was Rocky?! Older gentleman.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Room was very clean. Easy checkin and check out. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
Perfect location. The room was clean and well kept. Staff was super friendly
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Jacksonville Riverwalk Conv Ctr
The staff was friendly and very helpful. My room had been recently renovated and was spotless. The kitchen was well stocked. I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Urban Core
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.
Southbank
While you're in Southbank, take in top sights like Jacksonville Historical Center or Alexander Brest Planetarium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kings Avenue Station or Riverplace Station.
San Marco
Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.
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 River City Market Place.
