Gainesville, FL
Travel Guide
Visit Gainesville
Where to stay in Gainesville
Downtown Gainesville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
University Heights
While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention are some notable places to visit nearby.
Duckpond
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
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.
Haile Plantation
If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club and Haile Village Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
"The room was dirty. I was given a room with a hot tub but told the hot tub was broken."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
"Bed was extremely comfortable, But cleanliness could definitely improve. Sink was leaking, I wiped up water from floor, the the towel was black from the dirt from bathroom floor."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
"The staffs are very polite. The breakfast is very nice!"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Charming 2-bedroom house with AC in delightful Gainesville
Let’s Go Gators
BeautifulVacation Home, outside Pool, BBQ, Fire Place .fire Pete,Big Yard
"We had a great stay and enjoyed the overall comfort of the property. The backyard was a nice bonus, especially the toy car, which our 18-month-old grandson really loved. We didn’t use the pool since it was a bit cool for us, but it looked clean and well maintained. The hammock is still usable and ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Underwater Home w/Game Room ~6 min to Stadium & DT
"This home was as described in the listing. The decor was cute and enjoyed by our entire family. It slept 5 adults and 1 child very comfortably. The bath towels were extremely soft and lush which isn't always the case in VRBO's."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Popular places to visit
University of Florida
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college 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.
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.
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.
Oaks Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Oaks Mall during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Gainesville Raceway
Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
