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Popular places to visit
Don Carter State Park
You can take time to visit Don Carter State Park during your travels to Gainesville. Stroll along this relaxing area's lakeside or simply enjoy its cafes.
Quinlan Visual Arts Center
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Quinlan Visual Arts Center in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Wilshire Trails Park
Explore the great outdoors at Wilshire Trails Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Elachee Nature Science Center
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Elachee Nature Science Center in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Smithgall Arts Center
You can make plans for a show at Smithgall Arts Center on your trip to Gainesville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
Explore the great outdoors at Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Our pick of the best Downtown Gainesville Hotel Deals
Chateau Elan
Clean room, Excellent staff, and tasty food.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia
Yes
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Smith House
Wonderful place to stay if going to see or do the festivities for Christmas! Short walk to the square and good places to eat. Would recommend!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
The Guest Lodge Gainesville
Friendly staff, clean rooms, and wonderful stay!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega by IHG
Breakfast was mediocre. Staff & location were excellent.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Belamere Swimming Pool Suites
The suite was beautiful. We absolutely loved the pool. The only thing we really missed was a microwave.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Gainesville
Midtown
When in Midtown, you can plan a visit to Wilshire Trails Park and Frances Meadows Aquatic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lake Ranch Estates
Lake Ranch Estates might not have many top sights, but Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Wilshire Trails Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
