North Central Florida

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in North Central Florida

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Historic Downtown

While there might not be top attractions in Historic Downtown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic Downtown
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University Heights

While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

University Heights
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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.

Haile Plantation
Gainesville which includes modern architecture

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.

Downtown Gainesville
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Historic District

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic District
If you visit Silver Springs State Park in Ocala, FL, make sure you go on one of the famous glass bottom boat tours. We took one and were lucky enough to have our boat pass right over two friendly manatees. #florida #silversprings #manatee

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.

Fort King District
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
2.5 out of 5
3905 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is P4,317 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
P4,317
P4,856 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,657 reviews)
"Really clean, comfortable, and close to shopping and dining. Great affordable option."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
3 out of 5
4015 Sw 43rd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is P4,988 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
P4,988
P5,612 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,407 reviews)
Clean
"Nice hotel and clean"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Best Western Gateway Grand
Best Western Gateway Grand
3 out of 5
4200 NW 97th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
The price is P5,586 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P5,586
P6,284 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,245 reviews)
"The hotel is nice. The rooms are okay, but could definitely use some thorough cleaning and updating. Our room was comfortable. The pool area is very nice and large. Breakfast is good, parking is easy, location is convenient."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Best Western Gateway Grand
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.
stayAPT Suites Ocala
stayAPT Suites Ocala
3.5 out of 5
3509 W Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ocala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bowlero West Ocala and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)
"Manager great customer service. Misplaced our key card very late in the evening He graciously came to our rescue"

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs
2 out of 5
1699 NE Co Rd 337, High Springs, FL
Stay at this cabin in High Springs. Enjoy free parking, patios, and climate control. Popular attractions Ginnie Spring and Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs ...
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"Wonderful, romantic getaway! Very clean and accommodating. Grocery store is 15 min in town (high springs) close to several springs and parks! Property is nice and quiet! We had a wasp infestation at our door entry and the response time was fantastic! Sprayed the area and let us keep a can just in ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs
Barsala At The Vanguard Apartments
Barsala At The Vanguard Apartments
4 out of 5
120 NW 148th Terrace, Newberry, FL
Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Jonesville Tennis Center and Dudley Farm Historic State Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Perfect family trip to Gainesville
"Our stay was awesome! It’s perfect for a family and we will definitely be back for our next visit to Gainesville. The apartment was clean, with a kitchen that allowed us to keep beverages and snacks. If we had wanted to make meals, we could have, though the restaurants in the area were great, so ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Barsala At The Vanguard Apartments
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.

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