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.
Things to do
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Jacksonville Residential Architecture & History Tour
Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Jacksonville, From The Ashes
Private Shopping Tour from Jacksonville to St. Augustine Outlets
Top hotels in Westside
Comfort Inn & Suites Jacksonville - Orange Park Near Naval Air Station
New facilities, clean, and nice staff!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
The refrigerator didn’t work
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
It was a great room at a great rate in a great location. I'll stay there again.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Comfort Suites Baymeadows Near Butler Blvd
clean beds, good breakfast. Good location for a quick stop and hit the road early the next morning
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
The bathroom had hair on the tissue box and dust in the corners where it hadn't been cleaned. The air condition didn't work very well, it felt more like a fan. The room was spacious and breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 6 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.
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 of the city at Kings Avenue Station or Riverplace Station.
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.
