University Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 University Heights Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center by IHG
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Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Check in was easy and we were greeted by Sierra who gave us Hotel info including breakfast and coffee. Lobby was decorated for Christmas and it was lovely.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Another fantastic, exceptional stay at this hotel. Really great experience.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Beautiful room with wonderful amenities. This is the first hotel we’ve stayed at that had a sound machine, which was a nice touch.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Room was great. Check-in smooth. Couldn't ask for anything more. Perfect night away.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
Hallway and room floors had not been vacuumed recently, nor for the entire day we were there. Trash and crumbly stuff was evident. Mold in shower stall in our room should have been easy to remedy but hadn't been taken care of prior to our arrival. Our king bed did not have any type of blanket or ...
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Innovation District
While Innovation District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
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.
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.
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.
Duckpond
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.
Gateway Park
While Gateway 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.
