Westside Travel Guide
Jacksonville
Popular places to visit
Jacksonville Naval Air Station
After visiting Jacksonville Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mayo Clinic Florida
If Mayo Clinic Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville.
EverBank Stadium
Capable of seating over 80,000 fans, this modern football stadium is the exciting home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, international soccer games and music events.
TPC Sawgrass
Enjoy a round of golf in Ponte Vedra Beach at TPC Sawgrass. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Admire thousands of animals and plants across entertaining exhibits in this family-friendly zoo that also has a children’s play area and a 4-D experience.
Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center
See exhibitions and join in community events at the former Union Station, a large train station which dates back to 1919.
Top hotels in Westside
Comfort Inn & Suites Jacksonville - Orange Park Near Naval Air Station
The hotel was very nice and quiet the staff was very friendly and nice. The breakfast was very good and the staff was very polite and friendly I don’t remember their names there was a Spanish lady that was there between Saturday morning and Sunday morning. She was very nice and there was a guy on ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Jacksonville, FL
Hotel is in a great location. Staff is really nice. It is an older hotel. Room was clean but you can see the paint over job on the walls especially in the bathroom. Room carpet needs to be cleaned would not walk around barefooted at all. But other than that bed and couch super comfortable.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
The room was amazing! Staff was friendly and service was quick. We loved our stay and will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
Easy check-in and front desk staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
The staff was excellent and very accommodating. The daily breakfast was excellent with multiple choices and the made-to-order omelet station was worth waiting in line for. Our room was great, and clean, very comfortable mattresses on the queen sized beds. The onl
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Clean room and beautiful view
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail.
Riverside
Riverside is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and 5 Points West Shopping Center.
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.
Mandarin
Visitors to Mandarin like its museums and parks, and Mandarin Museum is a sight worth a stop.
