North Central Florida, FL
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Where to stay in North Central Florida
Historic Downtown
While there might not be top attractions in Historic Downtown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.
Downtown Gainesville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.
University Heights
While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
College Park
While College Park isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.
Innovation District
While there might not be top attractions in Innovation District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
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Popular places to visit
University of Florida
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Rainbow Springs State Park
You can take time to visit Rainbow Springs State Park during your travels to Dunnellon. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Silver Springs State Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Silver Springs State Park, a popular green space in Ocala. Discover the area's live music, or seek out its horseback riding.
Rainbow River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rainbow River during your travels in Dunnellon. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park
You can take time to visit Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park during your travels to High Springs. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the kayaking spots.
- University of Florida
- World Equestrian Center – Ocala
- Ginnie Spring
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
- Rainbow Springs State Park
- Shands at the University of Florida
- Silver Springs State Park
- Ocala Downtown Square
- Florida Horse Park
- Rainbow River
- Ichetucknee Springs State Park
- Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training
- I-75 Super Flea Market
- Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park
- Gainesville Raceway
- Suwannee River
- Sante Fe College
- Oaks Mall
- Paddock Mall
- Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
- The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park
- Lake Weir
- North Florida Regional Medical Center
- Florida Museum of Natural History
- HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
- Ichetucknee River
- K.P. Hole County Park
- Southside Sports Complex
- Don Garlits Museum of Racing
- Ocala National Forest
- Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP
- Santa Fe River