Gainesville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Gainesville

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University Heights

University Heights might not have many top sights, but Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

University Heights
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Haile Plantation

If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Playground and Haile Village Center are top sights worth seeing.

Haile Plantation
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Duckpond

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

Duckpond
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Pleasant Street

Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, but Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pleasant Street
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Sugarfoot

While Sugarfoot may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Regal Cinemas Royal Park Stadium 16 and Florida Museum of Natural History.

Sugarfoot
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Innovation District

While Innovation District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Innovation District
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is €83 per night from 15 May to 16 May
€83
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,413 reviews)
"Very comfortable"

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
4 out of 5
3726 Sw 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €101 per night from 19 May to 20 May
€101
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I liked being able to swim and workout daily"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3 out of 5
1514 Southwest 14th Street, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €178 per night from 19 May to 20 May
€178
per night
19 May - 20 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,212 reviews)
"Great location and best valet service. The walk to the room from the elevator is pretty far due to building design."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
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Anticipation Room at The Camellia Rose Inn
Anticipation Room at The Camellia Rose Inn
Gainesville, Florida
Stay at this holiday home in Gainesville. Enjoy breakfast, a garden and a patio. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Matheson Historical Center ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Rachels graduation
"Excellent property and great location! Would recommend highly!"

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Anticipation Room at The Camellia Rose Inn
Barsala At Thirty Fourth
Barsala At Thirty Fourth
3.5 out of 5
3701 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room washers/dryers.
7.6/10 Good! (29 reviews)
"Property was nice and the pool was nice. It was very clean. It just didn’t have TVs or decoration or porch chairs. It was a just an apartment with two beds essentially. Also, didn’t have enough bathing towels."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Barsala At Thirty Fourth
Convene With Nature With First Class Amenities! Create Memories! - Free Bike Use
Convene With Nature With First Class Amenities! Create Memories! - Free Bike Use
Gainesville, FL
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and an in-room coffee maker.
10/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
Amazing restful retreat
"Greg is a 5 star host! He greeted me upon arrival and walked the property and apartment with me. He also had local places to visit(similar to hotel stays). Greg's hospitality beats most large hotel concierge service. The apartment is truly amazing, beautiful, and clean. The surrounding areas are ..."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Convene With Nature With First Class Amenities! Create Memories! - Free Bike Use
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Popular places to visit

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University of Florida

Explore the campus of University of Florida, a top university in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.

University of Florida
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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.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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Florida Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History during your travels in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Florida Museum of Natural History
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Hippodrome State Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Hippodrome State Theatre
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Shands at the University of Florida

If Shands at the University of Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville.

Shands at the University of Florida
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Sante Fe College

Explore the campus of Sante Fe College during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Sante Fe College

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