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 Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Equus Inn Ocala
Room was spotless, staff was excellent, price was great, breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
Not spotless but not by any means dirty. Was a very nice stay! Staff is really sweet and they do come by to give fresh towels an take your sheets daily.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Yes
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
stayAPT Suites Ocala
Very accommodating. Perfect stay for if you want home cooked meal while on road .
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
An amazing experience. They thought of the little things. Boxes of s’mores by the fire.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table
House was everything we was hoping.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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.
Ginnie Spring
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ginnie Spring during your travels in High Springs. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.
Rainbow Springs State Park
You can take time to visit Rainbow Springs State Park during your travels to Dunnellon. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Florida Horse Park
Explore the great outdoors at Florida Horse Park, a lovely green space in Ocala. Discover the museums in this family-friendly area or seek out its horse riding.
Rainbow River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rainbow River during your travels in Dunnellon. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Evening Boat Cruise through Downtown Ft. Lauderdale
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale: 90-minute Celebrity Homes Sunset Cruise + Free Drink
All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
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- The Orange Blossom Opry
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