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Popular places to visit
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.
Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
Explore the great outdoors at Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Gainesville
Chateau Elan
Great staff, amenities and wine!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia
The room was well furnished, with 2 queen beds and a sleeper sofa, as well as a kitchenette with apartment-sized refrigerator, microwave, dishes, and a dishwasher. On arrival, the room was spotless. The beds were comfortable, and we heard no noise from surrounding rooms or outside, despite proximity ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
the breakfast had lots of protein, freshly prepared and the breakfast bar was replenished often with fresh food. great job!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
The Guest Lodge Gainesville
Ample parking, nice pool and friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
The Smith House
Wonderful location & very clean rooms. Bed were super comfy. Staff very friendly and welcoming. Within walking distance of shopping centers and restaurants.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega by IHG
The location was perfect - right downtown. The room was so quiet, clean, and comfortable.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gainesville
Midtown
When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to Wilshire Trails Park and Frances Meadows Aquatic Center, 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 Wilshire Trails Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
