Southbank

Jacksonville

View of the Jacksonville skyline from across the St. John's River.
View of the Jacksonville skyline from across the St. John's River.
Never get tired of the sunsets in Jacksonville:)
Got to see some dolphins, just a few feet from the edge! What a pretty city:)
Friendship Fountain is a large fountain located in St. Johns River Park (also known as Friendship Fountain Park) at the west end of Downtown Jacksonville's Southbank Riverwalk attraction. The world's largest and tallest fountain when it opened, it has been one of Jacksonville's most recognizable and popular attractions.

The fountain and park were designed by Jacksonville architect Taylor Hardwick in 1963 and opened in 1965. The fountain's three pumps could push 17,000 US gallons (64,000 L) of water per minute up to ten stories in height. Friendship Fountain remained one of Jacksonville's signature attractions through the 20th century, but severe corrosion and deterioration to the equipment resulted in periodic closures in the 2000s. In 2011 the city completed a $3.2 million renovation to the fountain and the surrounding park.

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Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk

Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk

3.5 out of 5
1515 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is CA $164 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
CA $164
CA $186 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,651 reviews)
Staff were incredibly nice and patient with questions. The location of the hotel was great. It was also very clean.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront

4 out of 5
1201 Riverplace Boulevard Jacksonville FL
The price is CA $195 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
CA $195
CA $221 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.6/10 (1,577 reviews)
Clean room,very nice to have a balcony and a view of the river. Check in was fast and easy. We were very tired and were checking in late after an event. We originally planned to drive the 4 hrs home to Pinellas County. We rented this room completely unplanned. Everything was efficient, comfortable ...

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront
Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95

Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95

2.5 out of 5
1331 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is CA $148 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
CA $148
CA $167 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
Very courteous and friendly staff

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95
Extended Stay America Suites Jacksonville Riverwalk Conv Ctr

Extended Stay America Suites Jacksonville Riverwalk Conv Ctr

2.5 out of 5
1413 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is CA $87 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
CA $87
CA $99 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.2/10 (1,007 reviews)
Everything ok

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Jacksonville Riverwalk Conv Ctr
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach

2.5 out of 5
715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $172 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
CA $172
CA $195 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,620 reviews)
No access for shower rules for a disabled person like myself.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

4 out of 5
225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL
The price is CA $288 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
CA $288
CA $330 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,482 reviews)
Excellent room that was very clean and fresh towels daily. Staff was exemplary.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
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Downtown Jacksonville which includes skyline, a city and a river or creek

Downtown Jacksonville

3.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Jacksonville
Beautiful aerial view of the St Augustine, the oldest town in USA. the castle of San Marcos National Monument, Flagler College and the Matanzas Bay

San Marco

Visitors to San Marco enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Theatre Jacksonville is worth a stop.

San Marco
Beauty

Urban Core

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

Urban Core
Aerial View Over Highways Downtown City Jacksonville Florida

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.

Riverside
Aerial view of Friendship Fountain in Jacksonville, Florida, highlighting its circular design, water jets, and surrounding park area in Duval County.

Southside

4/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Southside
Edward Waters College was founded in 1866 by the African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) for the education of newly freed slaves. Located near downtown Jacksonville, Florida, the college currently sits on 23 acres and houses Centennial Hall (a nationally registered historic structure), the school’s oldest building which was constructed in 1916. A historically black college, Edward Waters College is currently a private, Christian, liberal arts college, is the oldest black college in Florida. It is a member of the United Negro College Fund.

Edward Waters College initially opened its doors as Brown Theological Institute. The school was forced to close for most of the 1870s due to financial difficulties, but re-opened in 1883 with an extended educational program. It also adopted its current name which honors the third bishop of the AME church. The college was destroyed in Great

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.

Northwest


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