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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.
Depot Park
Find out about the history of Gainesville when you take a trip to Depot Park. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're 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
It’s a really nice hotel, the best bed to sleep on. The only thing we don’t like is parking; we have to pay the parking fee. Also, there are several homeless people roaming around . Just have to be careful, but otherwise everything’s really nice at the hotel.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
Highly recommended, the truth is that they take very good care of you
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Coaches House 1.5 mile from Ben Griffin Stadium
The property is great for a family gathering!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Plus: Comfortable bed, array of pillows with different heights and softness levels (excellent options), very clean, no rug (great if you suffer from allergies), indoor pool, breakfast Cons: no handheld shower head which is very convenient for a person with mobility impairment . This was the only ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Parking was well lit and ample. Room was quiet except for stomping in room above. Breakfast was sufficient. 2 waffle makers so less waiting.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Loved the breakfast, especially the oatmeal, also quality coffee. Plenty of towels, large bathroom and room with good lighting. Good lighting is often omitted in many hotels.
Reviewed on 5 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.
