North Central Florida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo provided by Visit Gainesville
Photo provided by Visit Gainesville
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Where to stay in North Central Florida

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University Heights

University Heights might not have many top sights, but Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

University Heights
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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.

Historic Downtown
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Haile Plantation

If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club and Haile Village Center are top sights worth seeing.

Haile Plantation
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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 Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

Downtown Gainesville
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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.

Historic District
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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
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is NZ$142 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$142
28 July - 29 July
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,712 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown

3 out of 5
212 SE 1ST STREET,, Gainesville, FL
The price is NZ$211 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$211
30 July - 31 July
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! (995 reviews)
"Thank you"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 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
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$163 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$163
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (1,445 reviews)
Great Experience
"Charles was personable and quick with check-in. The room was spacious and clean. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Towels not bad but could be better."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
stayAPT Suites Ocala

stayAPT Suites Ocala

3.5 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bowlero West Ocala and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (78 reviews)
"Love the apartment style of the accommodations but there was an incident where we had to call the nonemergency police number to finally get to sleep. It's at times like this, we missed not having an active reception at the hotel. Only other comment there wasn't enough dishes nor cover for the pots ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs

2 out of 5
1699 NE Co Rd 337, High Springs, FL
Stay at this cabin in High Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Ginnie Spring and Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"Awesome , nice experience in the middle of the forest and 15 minutes away from ginnie springs"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs
Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table

Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table

Dunnellon
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Dunnellon. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Rainbow Springs State Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
Family Reunion
"We all had a wonderful active vacation . There was so much to do on the river . My four grandchildren enjoyed the rope swing , and fishing on the island , we all enjoyed the paddle boarding , tubing , snorkeling and kayaking . The house was great , with enough room for the ten of us. We will ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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