University Heights Travel Guide
Tourist 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
Yes
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Did not have coffee available in the morning lobby area
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hilton University of Florida Conference Center Gainesville
Clean room, very nice hotel.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Spotless room, really cool layout w/great use of space. White noise machine in the room is a very smart and welcome amenity.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Gainesville near University
clean and safe area.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
La Quinta by Wyndham Gainesville
Property and staff no complaints. Room acceptable. Appliance issue 3 different rooms all air conditioners too much noise. Still a good experience. Thankfully cool outside and just ran fan
Reviewed on 18 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 Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
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 Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center 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, Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
