Gainesville
Gainesville Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | September 2026
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Things to do in Gainesville
What to do
Looking for things to do in Gainesville? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Gainesville, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
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Popular Types of Attractions in Gainesville
Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Exhibitions & events | Performances | Concerts | Historical attractions | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Night view | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Parks | Outdoor activities | Shooting | Cycling | Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in Gainesville
Gainesville Parks & Recreation | UF Organic Gardens Cooperative | Possum Creek Park | Albert "Ray" Massey (Westside) Playground | San Felasco Park | Gainesville | Windsor Hall | Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering | Northside Park | Southwest United Methodist Church | Dayspring Missionary Baptist Church | Depot Park | Swamp Head Brewery | Bivens Arm Nature Park | Mount Carmel Baptist Church | North Central Florida Community Center | Alfred A. Ring Park | Gainesville Community Playhouse | Alfred A. McKethan Stadium
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Popular Restaurants in Gainesville
La Tienda | Liquid Ginger | Adam's Rib Co. | Mark's Prime Steakhouse | Flaco's | BENTO Gainesville Newberry | Sonny's BBQ | Mi Apa Latin Cafe Gainsville | Mildred's Big City Food | Boca Fiesta | V Pizza + Sidecar | Momoyaki | Dragonfly Sushi & Sake Company | Amelia's Italian Cuisine | Crafty Bastards Restaurant | Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille | LongHorn Steakhouse | The TOP | Las Margaritas | Chuy's | Maude's Cafe | Loosey's Downtown Gainesville | BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse | Satchel's Pizza | Country Foodly | Blaze Pizza | Humble Wood Fire | Hogan's | Grill Fresh 17th Street Kitchen | Beque Holic
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