Title: San Marco Travel Guide: Best of San Marco, Jacksonville Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in San Marco](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Marco-Jacksonville-Hotels.0-n6341885-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Jacksonville](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Jacksonville.d602997.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Jacksonville](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Jacksonville.d602997.Travel-Guide-Activities)[San Marco Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Marco.d6341885.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Marco Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Marco.d6341885.Holidays-City-Breaks) # San Marco Travel Guide ## 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341885/98eac08f-e30d-40ac-a1ba-3db277d6d9d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341885/98eac08f-e30d-40ac-a1ba-3db277d6d9d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waterfront stone walls of Castillo de San Marcos National Monument in St. Augustine, Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341885/1ea8a8ef-2c22-4e97-90a3-fea3563d3dd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cityscape view from San Marco and downtown Jacksonville, Florida, on a beautiful blue-sky spring day, with the river, John T. Alsop Jr. Bridge, and tall buildings.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341885/350a16d1-3e88-4122-a679-5192c3db97dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Jacksonville_TheatreJacksonville_6069291_0005](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069291/6f75db94-c71c-470c-bb51-b1091cbd5ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Marco Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Jacksonville travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville.dx602997) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Jacksonville_TheatreJacksonville_6069291_0005](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069291/6f75db94-c71c-470c-bb51-b1091cbd5ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Theatre Jacksonville You can get tickets for a performance at Theatre Jacksonville on your trip to Jacksonville. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Theatre-Jacksonville-Jacksonville.d6069291.Attraction) ![Jacksonville_StJohnsTownCenter_6127793_05](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127793/913df1f7-3a40-4368-8236-be5fab84b219.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Johns-Town-Center-Southside.d6127793.Attraction) ![Jacksonville_MayoClinicFlorida_6127706_04](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127706/6901ae4a-327b-40c7-92f0-e912ea036578.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mayo Clinic Florida If Mayo Clinic Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jacksonville. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayo-Clinic-Florida-Southside.d6127706.Attraction) ![F/A-18 Hornets at NAS Jacksonville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127789/90a6a7f2-1db2-4154-a2b1-536b60eb9d1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Naval-Air-Station-Jacksonville.d6127789.Attraction) ![While attending the Florida Lighthouse Association's annual conference we visited two lighthouses on the Mayport Base. We beat the rain before heading back to the conference.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1674/e2a1df34-c81b-48f1-a2de-19e69cd0aded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mayport-Naval-Station-Jacksonville.d6139737.Attraction) ![EverBank Field which includes a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058067/a8238c26-bc1c-4ed5-8ee1-6c1f59aa5cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/EverBank-Stadium-Downtown-Jacksonville.d6058067.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gummy Making Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3606843/331227cc-e50a-439b-b706-bf4f3759ad7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gummy Making Class £15 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gummy-making-class.a3606843.activity-details) ![Architecture and History Tour in San Marco](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46083868/3e819f07-38df-487e-b4ad-cecf0a18978b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Architecture and History Tour in San Marco £72 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/architecture-and-history-tour-in-san-marco.a46083868.activity-details) ![Legend of the Yeti](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3098660/33d34bdd-e6d1-451e-8a03-802f2a73572e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game at St. John's Town Center in Jacksonville £31 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-at-st-johns-town-center-in-jacksonville.a3098660.activity-details) ![Murray Hill Walking Mural Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46136630/89138f95-f41f-4306-ba27-69298fc32a35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Murray Hill Walking Mural Tour £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/murray-hill-walking-mural-tour.a46136630.activity-details) ![Art Bikes Jax - Electric Bike Experiences](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48385242/a35a5057-25fa-4726-a084-4826b8eb4260.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Electric Bike Tour with Free Application for Navigation £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/electric-bike-tour-with-free-application-for-navigation.a48385242.activity-details) ![Private Shopping Tour from Jacksonville to St. Augustine Outlets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47229677/8575fa51-87a1-4c78-a0a4-58d4ec6724aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Shopping Tour from Jacksonville to St. Augustine Outlets £145 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-shopping-tour-from-jacksonville-to-st-augustine-outlets.a47229677.activity-details) [See all activities in Jacksonville](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Jacksonville.d602997.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in San Marco ![Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Downtown Southbank](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2720000/2710500/2710499/30af515a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Downtown Southbank 1201 Kings Avenue Jacksonville FL £99 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) room and staff were awesome, luv this hotel, but not excellant this time :( As the slow draining bathroom sink. Not clogged just plug too tight to let water out without holding it up a little after pressing to open leaver Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=2710499&PinnedHotelID=2710499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341885) ![Scottish Inn Jacksonville Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7880000/7873500/7873493/874ad2b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Scottish Inn Jacksonville Downtown 2300 Phillips Hwy Jacksonville FL £40 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions EverBank Stadium and Theatre Jacksonville are ... 5.2/10 (1,006 reviews) Ac unit was working. Loved the heat and yeah it was a skyway near by made it easy to get around to the places near by Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=7873493&PinnedHotelID=7873493&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341885) ![Homewood Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Downtown-Southbank](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2850000/2846000/2845992/b20f154e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Homewood Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Downtown-Southbank 1201 Kings Avenue Jacksonville FL £116 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (783 reviews) Hot tub was broken upon arrival but they quickly got it fixed and was wonderful! Check in was easy and friendly, room was clean and comfortable and very nice! Loved the pillows! Breakfast was okay but also free so no complaints there… they had cereal, oatmeal, some hot foods like eggs and sausages, ... Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=2845992&PinnedHotelID=2845992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341885) ![Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51270000/51266300/51266293/863d9eb6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach 715 1st St N Jacksonville Beach FL £112 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Jacksonville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,601 reviews) Yes room was spotless and staff was amazing! Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=51266293&PinnedHotelID=51266293&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341885) ![Hyatt Regency Jacksonville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/563200/563167/639b17f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Jacksonville 225 E Coastline Dr Jacksonville FL £179 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,460 reviews) Staff and amenities were as expected but the breakfast wasn’t the Hyatt standard . Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=563167&PinnedHotelID=563167&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341885) ![Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34600/34600/a7e57e64_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Southbank Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville Riverwalk 1515 Prudential Dr Jacksonville FL £101 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jacksonville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,646 reviews) Nice room courteous staff Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=34600&PinnedHotelID=34600&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6341885) [See all 2,976 properties in San Marco](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6341885) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check San Marco hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341885&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341885&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341885&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341885&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341885&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341885&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around San Marco ![View of the Jacksonville skyline from across the St. John's River. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1674/e38eef92-a03c-4e91-972c-365321742a94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Southbank.dx553248635976480044) ![Downtown Jacksonville which includes skyline, a city and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6062931/82caaee2-0430-46af-8f11-db9f54a87ef8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Jacksonville 2.5/5(4 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Downtown-Jacksonville.dx6062931) ![Beauty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1674/8b491455-d907-40ef-b74f-9edc66a85642.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Urban-Core.dx553248635976480952) ![Aerial view of Friendship Fountain in Jacksonville, Florida, highlighting its circular design, water jets, and surrounding park area in Duval County.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480888/77867c9e-3385-4a3e-baf2-07838e6f8f65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Southside If you're spending some time in Southside, St. Johns Town Center and Orange Park Place Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Southside.dx553248635976480888) ![Panoramic view of Downtown Jacksonville from Friendship Fountain - Panoramic view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047895/048e173c-74be-4b7b-a902-9c65e1fe84fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Baymeadows 3.5/5(2 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jacksonville-Baymeadows.dx6047895) ![Timucuan Ecological & Historical Preserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068644/6dc3fdfa-39c6-47ae-ba07-33030561d3db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Arlington If you're spending some time in Arlington, Regency Square Mall and Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens are top sights worth seeing. 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