University Heights Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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.

University of Florida
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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.

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
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Florida Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History during your travels in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Florida Museum of Natural History
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Hippodrome State Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Hippodrome State Theatre
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Shands at the University of Florida

If Shands at the University of Florida is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville.

Shands at the University of Florida
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Gainesville Raceway

Catch an event at Gainesville Raceway during your trip to Gainesville. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Gainesville Raceway

Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
1250 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL
The price is AU$209 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$209
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Brilliant stay really enjoyed my experience staff are great"

Reviewed on 22 Sep. 2024

Holiday Inn Gainesville - University Center, an IHG Hotel
Spacious home close to Florida University Campus
Spacious home close to Florida University Campus
Gainesville
Stay at this vacation home in Gainesville. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome ...
4/10 (5 reviews)
Don't book this house
"Absolutely does not look like the picture and someone was in the house when i got there. The host would not answer the phone. Had to pay $511 per night at a hotel because i drove 4 hours to get there. Needs to be taken off vrbo. Absolutely trash house."

Reviewed on 2 Sep. 2024

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Spacious home close to Florida University Campus
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 AU$131 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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! (1,580 reviews)
Quick overnight
"Great breakfast, comfortable room. It seemed a bit old and the phone was incredibly dirty. I had to call down because there was no pillows or sheets and blanket for pull out couch. The bathroom door was so difficult to shut. When it was forced shut then you couldn’t get out. The breakfast was ..."

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024

hom hotel + suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville
2.5 out of 5
3500 Southwest 42nd St, Gainesville, FL
The price is AU$112 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,022 reviews)
"Very comfortable beds and room was clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2024

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Gainesville
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
3 out of 5
1514 Southwest 14th Street, Gainesville, FL
The price is AU$291 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$291
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,236 reviews)
"I recently enjoyed yet another fantastic stay at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the professionalism of the staff made me feel welcome. The valet parking was quick and convenient, which made a great impression. Every staff member I encountered was helpful and attentive, adding a personal touch ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct. 2024

Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
4 out of 5
3726 Sw 40th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
The price is AU$150 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Gainesville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
Would book again
"Hotel was good, slightly dated on some points inside room, but nice spacious bedrooms and general areas good. Staff was friendly and helpful. Only the swimming pool at the front of the property was bit strange, probably why no one used it."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights

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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
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Pleasant Street

Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, but Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pleasant Street
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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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Gateway Park

While Gateway Park isn't home to many top sights, Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gateway Park
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Sugarfoot

While Sugarfoot may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Regal Cinemas Royal Park Stadium 16 and Florida Museum of Natural History.

Sugarfoot
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Hazel Heights

Hazel Heights might not have many top sights, but Thomas Center and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hazel Heights

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