North Central Florida Travel Guide
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Where to stay in North Central Florida

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.

University Heights
University Heights might not have many top sights, but Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Depot Park 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.

Historic Downtown
Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

Historic District
Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP and Paddock Mall.

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.

Equus Inn Ocala
The staff was very friendly and nice, however, the property is rundown and the rooms weren't cleaned thoroughly. There were live bugs in the rooms and dead ones smashed on the walls. There was also hair sitting on the shower drain and hair stuck to walls. Some of the weather stripping on the door ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Gainesville, FL
Limited But well presented
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites University/Shands
Friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

stayAPT Suites Ocala
Good clean hotel
Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Amazing experience. The staff was so attentive and kept supplies restocked throughout our entire stay. Cabin was cool and clean. Perfect spot!!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Landing Apartments Newberry
Extremely outstanding concierge service in a slightly out-of-the way location. The apartment was a great one-bedroom, in a huge ticky-tacky car dependent ex-urban development. The inconvenience of the location was made up for by the excellent service including personal chauffeuring to local amenities ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit

University of Florida
Explore the campus of University of Florida, a top university in 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 family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Ginnie Spring
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ginnie Spring during your travels in High Springs. Amble around the area's parks or visit its shops.

Rainbow River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rainbow River during your travels in Dunnellon. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Florida Horse Park
Explore the great outdoors at Florida Horse Park, a lovely green space in Ocala. Discover the museums in this family-friendly area or seek out its horse riding.
Things to do

Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

Thrilling Speedboat + Sightseeing Tour of Miami

Miami Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour

Full-Day Guided Key West Tour from Hollywood in Luxury Coach Bus

Best of Miami: City Tour, Bay Cruise and Everglades Airboat Ride





