Southbank Travel Guide
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit
Friendship Park
Friendship Park is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
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.
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 great live music 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.
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.
Top hotels in Southbank
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
No mini fridge in room, hotel staff was friendly and nice, maintenance was great.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Great!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
there was no breakfast offer except at the little store that had next to nothing. The room was great, the view was great. The staff was great.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
No help w luggage understaffed, too expensive.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Did not like the fact no complementary breakfast
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG
The room could definitely use some upgrades. The lady at the front desk was a little rude but i didnt care too much as it was late and i was ready to sleep
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southbank
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.
San Marco
Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Normandy Mall Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.
