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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.
You can catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Gainesville. If you think Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is cool, you also might like Stephen C. O'Connell Center and Westside Park Tennis Center, both located nearby.
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Cheer on the Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, then explore the natural wonders at Paynes Prairie. Kayak crystal-clear springs or visit the Butterfly Rainforest at the Florida Museum of Natural History.
Check out the Harn Museum of Art, one of America's best smaller museums, with an extensive permanent collection, photography, Florida artists, Asian art and art from lesser known voices. Add a cafe and gift shop and it is more than worth a stop!
Elizabeth
8.0/10
Good
As a birder/wildlife photographer, I like to stop for a day or two in Gainesville when I travel to Florida because Paynes Prairie (La Chua) in winter and Sweetwater Wetlands in spring are fantastic places to see and photograph birds/wildlife.
Scott
8.0/10
Good
The University is the focus of the city. The shopping is quite good with a number of malls and chain stores. Many good restaurants despite being a smaller city. Enjoyable with a visit to the Butterfly Exhibit and Museum.
Benjamin
8.0/10
Good
We really like the Gville area. Great biking on the Hawthorn trail and paddling at nearby springs (within 45 min) in Silver Springs, Ichetucknee, and Dunellon. Payne's Prairie is a nice hike.
Carissa
10.0/10
Excellent
We were visiting UF we loved downtown area and the nature surroundings, many opportunities to check out natural springs and conservation areas
Anonymous traveler
10.0/10
Excellent
Gainesville rules. There are many great restaurants, music venues, shops and hotels. It's home of the FEST, an anual punk rock festival that brings bands, comedians, wrestlers and fans from all over the world. The Gainesville Lodge is a dump though.
Kevin
8.0/10
Good
Small college Town with a lot of great non-chain places to eat. If you are around UF area be carefull with pedestrians, students tend to just walk across the streets without looking.
Kristina
8.0/10
Good
It was what you expect from a college town. Since it is summer not to crowded, but it was fun and everything is very close to the theater.
David
10.0/10
Excellent
We enjoyed the NHRA and we also went to the university to see the Swamp! Just a great trip.
catherine
10.0/10
Excellent
New Gators here who really enjoyed the dining, the campus and downtown area.
Hotel Indigo Gainesville-Celebration Pointe by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was up to service. It was practically perfect in every way. We both loved the room. The comfortability, the cleanliness, everything was quick and the environment was great too. He made a comment that it always smelled of green tea and it made it all the better.
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"We need more DRURY Inns in the USA…they are the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in & I will choose them over all others. I can’t say one bad thing about the property "
If you need the flexibility to change your plans to Gainesville, most hotels offer refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
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What will the weather in Gainesville be like during my trip?
July and August are typically the warmest months in Gainesville when the average temp is 80°F. January and February are the coldest months when the average temperature is 60°F. August and July are the months with the most rain.
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Find out more about Gainesville
Find out more about Gainesville
Spend time appreciating the theater scene, and checking out the local cuisine in Gainesville.
Sports fans can enjoy football games and baseball games. Take a campus tour or explore the surrounding area of University of Florida. You might find that sights like Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center are worth a visit.
