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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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.

Downtown Gainesville
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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.

Haile Plantation
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College Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in College Park and surrounding area, you can visit Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.

College Park
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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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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
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

4 out of 5
3726 Sw 40th Blvd Gainesville FL
The price is 2.136.252 ₫ per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
2.136.252 ₫
2.403.284 ₫ total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Friendly staff, clean hotel. The kids enjoyed the welcome cookie.

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville

3.5 out of 5
1714 SW 34th St Gainesville FL
The price is 2.548.608 ₫ per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
2.548.608 ₫
2.867.184 ₫ total
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Lobby customer service was below par.

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center 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
The price is 3.349.558 ₫ per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
3.349.558 ₫
3.768.253 ₫ total
24 Dec - 25 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,290 reviews)
Dominic the valet was very nice and helpful!

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
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.
 Grand Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony by The Scholar

Grand Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony by The Scholar

4 out of 5
2548 SW 13th St Gainesville FL
Stay at this apartment in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Bivens ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
It was a beautiful space my family enjoyed the stay it was very convenient to the graduation and venues we had to go to. I will try to rent it again if i ever visit again..

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

Grand Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Apartment with Balcony by The Scholar
Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer

3 out of 5
2360 SW Archer Rd Gainesville FL
Stay at this apartment in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Lake Alice are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Clean, great communication. Needed a pizza cutter

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Cozy UF Condo Near Shands UF on Archer
Cozy Gainesville Home ~ 1 Mi to University!

Cozy Gainesville Home ~ 1 Mi to University!

3 out of 5
Gainesville FL
Stay at this cottage in Gainesville. Enjoy free parking, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Great property and host.

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2024

Cozy Gainesville Home ~ 1 Mi to University!
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.

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