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 riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 entertainment choices.
EverBank Stadium
Catch an event at EverBank Stadium during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the lively festivals in this vibrant area.
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens home during your holiday in Jacksonville? Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Southside
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
This is a regular hotel nothing very outstanding to brag about, just normal. I didn't like how they didn't have a complementary breakfast; instead they wanted you to pay for it at the attached restaurant. Location is off the beaten path unless you have a reason to be near businesses. At least the ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Jacksonville Deerwood
Loved everything about this place except the cleanliness was a bit off
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Midtown Lodge
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Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Jacksonville / St. Johns Town Center
Pretty loud place
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Jacksonville/Butler Blvd
Overall the building is clean. The elevator interior flooring is quite worn and needs a good cleaning. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. Several television stations were grainy when I went through them. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel
They don’t have wifi or TV the first night and didn’t credit my account for the non usage and payment and inconvenience. Also didn’t tell me at check in. I usually sleep with tv and would have been useful to know
Reviewed on 29 Apr 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 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.
Urban Core
While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like Florida Theatre or VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.
