Jacksonville Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Jacksonville

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Southside

If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and The Avenues are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Downtown Jacksonville featuring skyline, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Jacksonville

2.5/5(4 area reviews)

TIAA Bank Field and Florida Theatre 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.

Downtown Jacksonville
Kingsley Plantation which includes camping as well as a couple

Northside

3/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Northside, you might make a stop by sights like Jacksonville Cruise Terminal and Oceanway Community Center.

Northside
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Arlington

If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

Arlington
Jacksonville showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a bay or harbour

Urban Core

While you're in Urban Core, take in top sights like TIAA Bank Field or Florida Theatre, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.

Urban Core
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Sawgrass

Beaches and riverfront are just a few things travellers like about Sawgrass. A stop by Mickler Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Sawgrass
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
Amelia Hotel at the Beach
2.5 out of 5
1997 S Fletcher Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL
The price is €124 per night from 19 May to 20 May
€124
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Fernandina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,686 reviews)
"It was amazing"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Amelia Hotel at the Beach
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL
The price is €187 per night from 19 May to 20 May
€187
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,395 reviews)
"Best room I’ve ever been to"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
3 out of 5
1515 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL
The price is €186 per night from 23 May to 24 May
€186
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, a beach locale and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,470 reviews)
"The beautiful location on Jacksonville beach. I also loved the pool at the hotel."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Studio Unit
Studio Unit
Fernandina Beach, FL
Enjoy a garden, patios and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (220 reviews)
Great nights sleep
"Unfortunately some green and pink pajamas were left behind. If possible can you mail them to Geralyn Brennan 2108 Mistletoe Rd Dallas OR 98338 Thank you"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

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Vintage Amelia Island Apartments
Vintage Amelia Island Apartments
3 out of 5
111 Vintage Wy, Fernandina Beach, FL
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool.
6.8/10 (5 reviews)
"Very close to historical downtown and other shopping. What I didn’t like was dusty inside and the disposing of our trash was not super clear. Overall, I would not hesitate to stay there again or any other Tucker Stay property."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Vintage Amelia Island Apartments
Home Sweet Home 💫😊🏠🔑<br>Beautiful Newly Remodeled Family Beach Home🏖
Home Sweet Home 💫😊🏠🔑<br>Beautiful Newly Remodeled Family Beach Home🏖
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Little house
"Cute & Cozy Nice backyard"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Home Sweet Home 💫😊🏠🔑<br>Beautiful Newly Remodeled Family Beach Home🏖
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Jacksonville

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
9 Dec 2019

Downtown lacked any general conveniences and limited dining. Some good bars and street art though. Stadium conveniently located. Skyway limited in destinations but convenient for a quick hop across the river. Southside pleasant.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
31 Aug 2019

Location area of hotel bit isolated, number of closed businesses & construction work. Found without a car it was hard to get places but Went to beach for a day on bus - easy to do & beach amazing

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
5 Jun 2019

The locals are nice, but quiet. The city is dangerous if you don’t know where you’re going, but it is nice around a few areas.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
6 Apr 2019

Jacksonville near the beaches is a very nice, affluent area with some amazing properties for locals. Not necessarily a tourist venue unless you are a keen golfer. Beaches are great but not much to do. Picnic and a book to lose yourself on then great.