Southside 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 great live music.
Saint Vincent's Medical Center Southside
If Saint Vincent's Medical Center Southside is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
Morocco Shrine Center
After visiting Morocco Shrine Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
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.
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 Southside
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Service was great. However, it was noisy but no fault of the management. It was the adult occupants.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Jacksonville Deerwood
Fine hotel but definitely not 4 stars. Chipped paint, dirty shower, etc.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Midtown Lodge
The rooms are nice and clean and it’s peaceful
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hyatt Place Jacksonville / St. Johns Town Center
Great location, spacious well- equipped rooms, super welcoming staff.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Jacksonville/Butler Blvd
The staff were extremely nice to me on my stay during my stay. I will definitely stay here again if there is a need.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Jacksonville Butler Blvd
Amazing
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
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 Cinemark Tinseltown Jacksonville or St. Johns Town Center.
Deerwood
While Deerwood isn't home to many top sights, St. Johns Town Center and UNF Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arlington
If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
