North Central Florida Travel Guide
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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 Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.
Downtown Gainesville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.
Historic District
Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.
University Heights
University Heights might not have many top sights, but Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome State Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Haile Plantation
If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Center and Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
Clean & comfortable beds. Lots of noise from traffic - (ask for room facing courtyard.) Staff & residents (construction workers) are friendly & polite. Breakfast is fruit & cookies, biscuits & muffins. Good coffee (Kurrig) in lobby. Good water pressure, plenty of hot water. :) Safe.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Equus Inn Ocala
Clean room. Very nice staff.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Room was clean. Staff was courteous. The mattress was quite broken down. The breakfast at the hotel restaurant was outstanding as was the Service.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
The room was very clean , i liked everything, i found blood on my bed sheets but after that everything was great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
stayAPT Suites Ocala
Love the kitchen
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Landing Apartments Newberry
The property was great and the communication with property manager was right on time and very accommodating. It was a great stay with a pet and had a nice little doggie park on property, however, just like all dog parks, the pet owners do not pick up after their pets as they should. We were not able ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
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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.
Rainbow Springs State Park
You can take time to visit Rainbow Springs State Park during your travels to Dunnellon. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Rainbow River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rainbow River during your travels in Dunnellon. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
World Equestrian Center – Ocala
Learn about the events happening in World Equestrian Center – Ocala during your trip to Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Shands at the University of Florida
If Shands at the University of Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville.
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