Fairfax Travel Guide
Jacksonville
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.
Top hotels in Fairfax
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Great location to restaurants throughout the city.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Terrible
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Jacksonville Airport/I-95N by IHG
The furnishings in the room were a poorly thrown together mix of old mismatched pieces. From the bed frame to the somewhat deco'ish desk chair to the art on the walls - reminded me of a night spent at a rummage sale. Is anyone aware of this mess?
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Jacksonville Airport
Management and staff can take some customer service classes.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
The location of this hotel was very convenient and the view of the river was amazing. However, the room we stayed in was very “tired” and needed some TLC.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville - Blount Island by IHG
This is the only hotel in the area with easy cruise port access. The only restaurant nearby is a Wendy’s. The hotel offers a transfer to the cruise port for $20. If you are flying specifically for a cruise stay prior to getting on ship this is the best place to stay. However if you are looking at ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairfax
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.
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.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail.
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.
Westside
While visiting Westside, you might make a stop by sights like Jacksonville Equestrian Center and Normandy Lane Plaza Shopping Center.
