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Don Carter State Park
You can take time to visit Don Carter State Park during your travels to Gainesville. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its cafes.

Wilshire Trails Park
Explore the great outdoors at Wilshire Trails Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Quinlan Visual Arts Center
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Quinlan Visual Arts Center in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Elachee Nature Science Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Elachee Nature Science Center in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Smithgall Arts Center
You can make plans for a show at Smithgall Arts Center on your trip to Gainesville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Brenau University
Walk around the campus at Brenau University during your visit to Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Midtown
When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Wilshire Trails Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lake Ranch Estates
Lake Ranch Estates might not have many top sights, but Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Chattahoochee Golf Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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- Smithgall Arts Center
- Lake Lanier
- Mall of Georgia
- Chateau Elan Winery
- Road Atlanta
- Chattahoochee River
- Hamilton Mill Golf Club
- Chateau Elan Golf Course
- University of North Georgia - Gainesville Campus
- Brenau University
- Atlanta Botanical Garden
- Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course
- Georgia Racing Hall of Fame
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
- Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo
- Buford Community Center
- Lake Lanier Olympic Park
- Jackson County Courthouse
- The Historic Holly Theater
- Hurricane Shoals Park and Heritage Village
- Reunion Golf Club