Downtown Gainesville Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gainesville Raceway
Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Downtown Gainesville
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Excellent
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
Expensive parking
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Coaches House 1.5 mile from Ben Griffin Stadium
Beautiful house. Very clean. Lots of space. I like that every bedroom has its own bathroom. Nice pool. Conveniently located.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
I have stayed here a few times because my daughter attends UF. We choose this hotel when several family members are attending an event. This stay I was especially impressed with the staff at the front desk. I love how friendly they were when we checked in. They were also super sweet when they heard ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Nice comfortable place to staff. Amazing staff.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Perfect weekend stay to watch the UK vs Gators College baseball series Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gainesville
Pleasant Street
Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, but Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Duckpond
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
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 Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell 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.
Gateway Park
While Gateway Park isn't home to many top sights, Thomas Center and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
