Gainesville, FL
Travel Guide
Visit Gainesville
Where to stay in Gainesville
University Heights
While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Innovation District
While there might not be top attractions in Innovation District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Haile Plantation
If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Center and Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
Duckpond
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Every was amazing… 10/10
Reviewed on 23 November 2025
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
The Hotel Eleo is a good find and great location for a stay in Gainesville. The valet staff was excellent and super quick. The hotel lobby area is nice and clean. My only complaint is the mattress was uncomfortable and the towels are well worn and should be replaced.
Reviewed on 23 November 2025
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Personnel were excellent room was cleaned everyday. Can't say enough good things. Inly one thing, I saw two roaches in the bathroom.
Reviewed on 20 November 2025
CHOMP HOUSE - 0.8m to Stadium, Pool, Sleeps 16, Mini Golf, Huge TV
Beautiful home in an amazing location. You can tell the owner takes a lot of pride in the property and wants the guests to have a 5* experience!
Reviewed on 19 October 2025
Private suite with own entry in vibrant Gainesville
I came down from NY to spend time with my bf for my birthday, and this place was spectacular! It's spacious and clean. They had given us coffee and tea for the espresso maker! Even had shampoo and soap in the bathroom for me! If there was anything I needed, they responded very quickly and we're super ...
Reviewed on 19 October 2025
La Casita: Charming 1-bedroom house in Gainesville w/ pickleball court!
Perfect size and location for my husband and I to be close to our sons and attend Gator sporting events.
Reviewed on 23 November 2025
Popular places to visit
University of Florida
Explore the campus of University of Florida, during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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.
Florida Museum of Natural History
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Hippodrome State Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Shands at the University of Florida
Though Shands at the University of Florida might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville while you are here.
Gainesville Raceway
Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Other places like Gainesville
- University of Florida
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
- Shands at the University of Florida
- Gainesville Raceway
- Sante Fe College
- Oaks Mall
- North Florida Regional Medical Center
- Florida Museum of Natural History
- Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
- Devil's Milhopper Geological State Park
- Curtis M. Phillips Center
- University of Florida Bat Houses
- San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park
- Thomas Center
- Regal Royal Park
- Hippodrome State Theatre
- Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art
- Ironwood Golf Course
- Florida National Scenic Trail
- Kate's Fish Camp
- Kanapaha Park
- Meadowbrook Golf Club
- Historic Haile Homestead
- Bivens Arm Nature Park
