Downtown Gainesville, FL
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Popular places to visit
Hippodrome State Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Shands at the University of Florida
Though Shands at the University of Florida might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville while you are here.
Gainesville Raceway
Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Downtown Gainesville Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Hotel was great, good breakfast. Parking situation is aggravating as there is no hotel parking. I can see that in busy times that could be a huge problem. Otherwise everything was good.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
Breakfast was not great, to say the least. Powdered eggs in premade omelets with American cheese were unappealing. Real scrambled eggs are more appetizing and nutritious. Also the option of instant oatmeal or grits vs a crock of fresh oatmeal left us cold. And the orange juice dispenser was out of ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Great.... EVERYTHING....ONLY FURRY CREATURES BY POOL....CRAWLING
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
The rooms were amazing—clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was also incredible—very friendly, helpful, and professional throughout my stay. The location is a major plus, as the hotel is surrounded by everything you need, making it very convenient. The only downside was parking. When ...
Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Breakfast was great, fresh and plentiful. Lots of variety.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Gainesville
Pleasant Street
Though Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
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 there might not be top attractions in Innovation District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
University Heights
While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Depot Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Gateway Park
While Gateway Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thomas Center and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
