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.
HCA Florida Memorial Hospital
If HCA Florida Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
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.
Orange Park Place Shopping Center
During your visit to Jacksonville, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Orange Park Place Shopping Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Epping Forest Yacht Club Marina
Explore the waterfront in Jacksonville with a trip to Epping Forest Yacht Club Marina. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in the area.
San Jose Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Jacksonville at San Jose Country Club. Discover the area's lively festivals and shops.
Things to do
Hand Pulled Lollipop - Hard Candy Class
1 Hour Jet Ski Rental in Jacksonville, FL Evolution Jetsports
Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation
Top hotels in Southside
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
Great
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
It was a lovely stay. Just had an issue with the shower. Water was all over the bathroom floor after showers but workable.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott™ Jacksonville Deerwood
Yes
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Sheraton Jacksonville Hotel
The Sheraton is a great hotel! The staff are professional, well informed and friendly. The dining experience is wonderful: the breakfast buffet features items like sausage with bell peppers, bacon, scrambled eggs, grits, oatmeal, scones, and miniature croissants. The area surrounding this hotel is ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jacksonville Baymeadows
The room was incredible! The bathroom and closet space were large. We fit our entire family of 7 comfortably with the trundle bed under the sofa bed and the large queen beds! The room was spotless. The front desk staff was so friendly and let us check in early since we had arrived early and were ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Jacksonville-South/St. Johns Ctr.
Clean, convenient location, good breakfast. Staff is friendly and helpful. Have stayed here several times, never had any issues.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
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 St. Johns Town Center or The Avenues.
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.
