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 Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.
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.
Historic District
Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reilly Arts Center and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.
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.
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.
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.
Days Inn by Wyndham Ocala North
Clean & comfortable beds. Lots of noise from traffic - (ask for room facing courtyard.) Staff & residents (construction workers) are friendly & polite. Breakfast is fruit & cookies, biscuits & muffins. Good coffee (Kurrig) in lobby. Good water pressure, plenty of hot water. :) Safe.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Equus Inn Ocala
Excellent
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Everything was niiice & loved the view
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Postcard Cabins Gilchrest Spring, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
The room was very clean , i liked everything, i found blood on my bed sheets but after that everything was great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
stayAPT Suites Ocala
Great super clean large room and great gals at check in desk!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Private Island Waterfront Oasis Kayaks + Paddleboards + Canoe + NEW Pool Table
House was everything we was hoping.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
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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.
Rainbow Springs State Park
You can take time to visit Rainbow Springs State Park during your travels to Dunnellon. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Rainbow River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rainbow River during your travels in Dunnellon. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
World Equestrian Center – Ocala
Learn about the events happening in World Equestrian Center – Ocala during your trip to Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly 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.
Activities
VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!! Best of Fort Lauderdale over 30 years!!!
Jungle Queen Riverboat 90-Minute Narrated Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale
Bahamas Day Cruise with Hotel Pickup
All You Can Eat BBQ Dinner and Show at Tropical Isle with Sightseeing Cruise
Bimini Bahamas Day Trip from Fort Lauderdale via Fast Ferry
1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise (arrive 30 minutes early)
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