Ortega Travel Guide
Jacksonville
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 beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station
After visiting Jacksonville Naval Air Station, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jacksonville. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Mayport Naval Station
Mayport Naval Station is just one of the places to see in Jacksonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
University of North Florida
Explore the campus of University of North Florida during your stay in Jacksonville. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.
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.
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.
Things to do
CraigCat Boat Tour from Fernandina Beach
Specters of the Spanish Moss: Jacksonville Ghost Tour
St. Augustine: St. Johns River Airboat Safari with a Guide
Florida's Must-See Sights: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville
Top hotels in Ortega
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
"Loved everything!!!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville
"Beyond AMAZING!!! 1000/10"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Jacksonville
"Keeping in mind the price we paid this hotel was a great value. You can not expect a 5 star resort for less than a $100 dollars a night during Memorial day weekend. The staff was nice and accommodating, even moved us to a different room due to an issue the first room we were given had. The beds were ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
"Immediate access to the beach. The pool area was nice and well maintained"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Baymeadows
"I can overlook a certain amount of upgrades not being done, but our room literally smelled aweful. It was the worst every time the air clicked on. The room was mostly clean otherwise. The breakfast was a negative, too. The omlet line was long being a holiday weekend...wish we would have waited anyways ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Weekly Inn
"Stayed a week ago and the sat was great. Rebooked and absolutely terrible. Stayed 5 days no room service at all even though they say it’s mandatory after 3 days. Room was dirty I told the front desk after check in no one came to clean. Try to talk to any of the workers and they have to use Google ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ortega
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 VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena 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 Florida Theatre or VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rosa Parks Station or James Weldon Johnson Park Station.
Northwest
While visiting Northwest, you might make a stop by sights like Normandy Mall Shopping Center and Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens.
Southside
If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
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 Cinemark Tinseltown Jacksonville or St. Johns Town Center.
