Urban Core, FL
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit
EverBank Stadium
Catch an event at EverBank Stadium during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this vibrant area.
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
Catch an event at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena during your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Daily's Place
You can get tickets for a performance at Daily's Place during your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its lively festivals.
Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center during your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.
Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts
You can make plans for a show at Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Jacksonville. Discover the lively festivals and shops in this family-friendly area.
VyStar Ballpark
Catch an event at VyStar Ballpark during your trip to Jacksonville. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the lively festivals in this family-friendly area.
Urban Core Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Staff was courteous! Room was spacious and clean. Very comfortable. We loved how late the bar was open and you could order late night food.
Reviewed on 31 January 2026
Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
Nice room courteous staff
Reviewed on 1 February 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Parking is very expensive. My 1st room had no refrigerator or microwave, but they made it up with my 2nd beautiful room. There were stains in the carpet and a mess in the elevator but the views and space is amazing depending on the room you get.
Reviewed on 27 January 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Room was very clean. Easy checkin and check out. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 29 January 2026
Marriott Jacksonville Downtown
great room, great hotel
Reviewed on 28 January 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Jacksonville Riverwalk Conv Ctr
The staff was friendly and very helpful. My room had been recently renovated and was spotless. The kitchen was well stocked. I would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 28 January 2026
Other neighborhoods around Urban Core
Downtown Jacksonville
Historic core with major corporations, Downtown Jacksonville offers diverse culinary and nightlife experiences at The Elbow. Explore attractions like Florida Theatre, TIAA Bank Field, and museums, while enjoying convenient transportation options.
Southbank
While you're in Southbank, take in top sights like Jacksonville Historical Center or Alexander Brest Planetarium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Kings Avenue Station or Riverplace Station.
San Marco
Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.
Northwest
If you're spending some time in Northwest, Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Arlington
Mid-century modern architecture abounds in this area, with notable homes by architects like Robert C. Broward. Explore attractions such as Fort Caroline, Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens, and Tree Hill Nature Center, while enjoying easy access via JTA bus routes and major highways.
Northside
Explore historic communities, visit Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, Timucuan Preserve, and state parks, or shop at River City Marketplace. Enjoy easy access to Jacksonville International Airport and Amtrak station.
Urban Core, FL
- EverBank Stadium
- Daily's Place
- VyStar Ballpark
- Edward Waters College
- Jacksonville Museum of Modern Art
- Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra
- Friendship Fountain
- Islands Initiative Preserve
- River City Marina
- A. Philip Randolph Heritage Park
- Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum
- Metropolitan Park Marina
- Jacksonville Historical Center
- Sally Corporation
- Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville
- Alexander Brest Planetarium
- Jacksonville Maritime Museum Society
- The Jacksonville Fire Museum
