North Central Florida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in North Central Florida

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Historic Downtown

Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic Downtown
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University Heights

University Heights might not have many top sights, but Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

University Heights
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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.

Haile Plantation
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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.

Downtown Gainesville
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Historic District

Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic District
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Fort King District

If you're spending some time in Fort King District, Silver Springs State Park and Fort King are top sights worth seeing.

Fort King District
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is ₹6,585 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹6,585
₹7,408 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,692 reviews)
"I really like this property"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

3 out of 5
212 SE 1ST STREET,, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹9,684 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
₹9,684
₹10,894 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (976 reviews)
"Love the Hyatt. Location is perfect, rooms are nice and staff is very friendly."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL

3 out of 5
4015 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is ₹7,317 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹7,317
₹8,231 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,428 reviews)
"Their texting service is great for room confirmation and ease of check out."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
stayAPT Suites Ocala

stayAPT Suites Ocala

3.5 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bowlero West Ocala and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (77 reviews)
"Love the apartment style of the accommodations but there was an incident where we had to call the nonemergency police number to finally get to sleep. It's at times like this, we missed not having an active reception at the hotel. Only other comment there wasn't enough dishes nor cover for the pots ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs

2 out of 5
1699 NE Co Rd 337, High Springs, FL
Stay at this cabin in High Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios and climate control. Popular attractions Ginnie Spring and Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Such a great experience and concept"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs
Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

Yearling Restaurant and Cabins

2.5 out of 5
14531 E County Road 325, Hawthorne, FL
Stay at this cabin in Hawthorne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings State Park and The Orange Shop ...
9/10 Wonderful! (184 reviews)
"The Yearling will always have a very special place in my heart. It is old Florida charm at its finest. The cabins are not 5-star accommodations, but rather exactly what you would expect to find located on Cross Creek between Lake Orange and Lake Lochloosa. They are clean, comfortable and offer an ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Yearling Restaurant and Cabins
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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