University Heights Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Sante Fe College
Explore the campus of Sante Fe College during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Oaks Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Oaks Mall during your visit to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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
"Cleaning staff is amazing, and very helpful. Staff at front desk was not welcoming or helpful during the check-in process. Check-in is the front door of a hotels business and should be warm and welcoming."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
"Staff were courteous, facilities cl an and modern, and food was good.,"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
"Easy parking, clean room with refrigerator and microwave. Amazing breakfast included. Staff was helpful to find a restaurant for dinner that was close and great."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
"Property was in a great area but very noisy. Lots of noise from street especially if you like to sleep in. Coffee was really bad, I usually love Drury Coffee but had to go out every day to purchase elsewhere. My room was next to the housekeeping room and they were extremely loud talking in the morning ..."
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
"Great place to stay. Right near a few good spots to eat. Very clean and quiet. Customer service was great. It’s our go to when we come to Gainesville or Newberry for sports tournaments!"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
"We booked a King room with a balcony and it was not available. Got a room with 2 queen beds. They are smoking Marijuana through the entire hotel that goes into all rooms."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in University Heights
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 Depot Park.
Haile Plantation
If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Center and Haile Plantation Golf and Country Club 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.
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.
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.
