North Central Florida Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in North Central Florida
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
University Heights might not have many top sights, but Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Depot Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Historic Downtown
Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.
Historic District
Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.
Fort King District
If you're spending some time in Fort King District, Silver Springs State Park and Appleton Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.
Equus Inn Ocala
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Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
The room and parking were fine. We would have liked to have a microwave in our room and the frig did not have any adjustment.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
We had the best stay here. Will stay here the next time we are in town!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
stayAPT Suites Ocala
Well done
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Very happy to have stayed here. Great place, clean well designed, pretty and with all the amenities ready to use and working. Im glad I choose this place and highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Landing Apartments Newberry
Extremely outstanding concierge service in a slightly out-of-the way location. The apartment was a great one-bedroom, in a huge ticky-tacky car dependent ex-urban development. The inconvenience of the location was made up for by the excellent service including personal chauffeuring to local amenities ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Ginnie Spring
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ginnie Spring during your travels in High Springs. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.
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.
Florida Horse Park
Explore the great outdoors at Florida Horse Park, a lovely green space in Ocala. Discover the museums in this family-friendly area or seek out its horse riding.
- University of Florida
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
- Shands at the University of Florida
- Rainbow Springs State Park
- Ginnie Spring
- Silver Springs State Park
- Florida Horse Park
- Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training
- Ichetucknee Springs State Park
- North Florida Regional Medical Center
- Sante Fe College
- Paddock Mall
- HCA Florida Ocala Hospital
- Don Garlits Museum of Racing
- Ichetucknee River
- Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP
- The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park
- Silver Springs River
- Country Club Of Ocala
- Santa Fe River
