Downtown Gainesville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Gainesville
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
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Florida during your trip to 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.
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.
Gainesville Raceway
Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Our pick of the best Downtown Gainesville Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Great location...nice stay!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville-Downtown
staff was great. Breakfast was limited all and allgood time.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Excellent service in general!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Felt safe and comfortable
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Clean
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Perfect place to stay for The Fest. Plenty of walking-distance food available. Very quiet, nice pool, great room.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
