What to do in Gainesville, FL

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University Heights

University Heights might not have many top sights, but Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

University Heights
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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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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
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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.

College Park
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Duckpond

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Duckpond and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.

Duckpond
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Innovation District

While Innovation District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

Innovation District

Day trip destinations from Gainesville