Innovation District Travel Guide

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University of Florida

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.

University of Florida
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium

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.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Florida Museum of Natural History

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.

Florida Museum of Natural History
Hippodrome State Theatre

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.

Hippodrome State Theatre

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.

Shands at the University of Florida

Gainesville Raceway

Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Gainesville Raceway

Our pick of the best Innovation District Hotel Deals

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands

2.5 out of 5
4110 SW 40th Boulevard, Gainesville, FL
The price is NZ$165 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$165
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"We love this little hotel! Everyone is so friendly. The sweet lady who makes the breakfast, is very shy, but does a great job of making sure there is plenty of HOT food and the cold food is cold. My only complaint is, the hotel itself needs to be better maintained. Our bathroom has some tiles missing ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville

4 out of 5
3726 Sw 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
The price is NZ$167 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$167
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Got here late. They still were able to get dinner for me and give me a glass of wine."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

3 out of 5
212 SE 1ST STREET,, Gainesville, FL
The price is NZ$207 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$207
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,051 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 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 NZ$168 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$168
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,477 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43Rd St, Gainesville, FL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$169 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$169
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,739 reviews)
"Great location! Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, I liked the breakfast and coffee included in the lobby. Close to everything. Great price. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida

3 out of 5
1514 Southwest 14th Street, Gainesville, FL
The price is NZ$329 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$329
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,256 reviews)
"Staff couldn’t be nicer and more accommodating!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
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Other neighbourhoods around Innovation District

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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.

University Heights
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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.

College Park
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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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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.

Pleasant Street
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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.

Duckpond
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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.

Gateway Park

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