Gainesville, Alachua County, FL

Places to go in Gainesville

80 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Embers Wood Grill

Food & Drink

Embers Wood Grill

High-end chophouse serves surf 'n' turf & a broad wine list with a full bar & outdoor seating.

3545 SW 34th St Apt A, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA

Escapology Escape Rooms Gainesville

Family

Escapology Escape Rooms Gainesville

4480 SW 32nd Rd Ste 10, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA

First Magnitude Brewing Company

Food & Drink

First Magnitude Brewing Company

1220 SE Veitch St, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Flip Factory Zone

Family

Flip Factory Zone

7400 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605, USA

Ford's Garage Gainesville

Food & Drink

Ford's Garage Gainesville

3650 SW 32nd Ct Ste 20, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA

Forest Park

Outdoors

Forest Park

Leisure spot for basketball, football & soccer, with picnic shelter, off-leash pet area & restrooms.

4501 SW 20th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, USA

Gainesville Shopping Center

Shopping

Gainesville Shopping Center

N Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club

Sports & Recreation

Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club

8300 NW 31st Lane Rd, Ocala, FL 34482, USA

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

Wellness

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa

4122 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605, USA

Harn Museum of Art

Arts & Culture

Harn Museum of Art

One of the largest university-affiliated museums in the U.S., it offers art from around the globe.

3259 Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA

Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille

Food & Drink

Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille

Hip spot fixing up New Orleans-inspired fare, from jambalaya to signature cocktails.

110 SE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Heartwood Soundstage

Arts & Culture

Heartwood Soundstage

619 S Main St, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Hippodrome Theatre

Arts & Culture

Hippodrome Theatre

Set in the historic Federal Building, this theater offers plays, independent films & an art gallery.

25 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park

Outdoors

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park

1500 NW 45th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32605, USA

Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Outdoors

Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Park featuring a 6-mi. river with summer tubing through wetlands, wildlife sightings & snorkeling.

12087 Southwest, US-27, Fort White, FL 32038, USA

Just Escaped

Family

Just Escaped

3300 SW Archer Rd #110, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Outdoors

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Trails winding past a bamboo grove & a pond with giant water lilies, plus a hummingbird garden.

4700 SW 58th Dr, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA

Kava Gator Coffee Shop

Food & Drink

Kava Gator Coffee Shop

185 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

La Chua Trailhead

Outdoors

La Chua Trailhead

4270 SE 15th St, Gainesville, FL 32641, USA

Loblolly Woods Nature Park

Outdoors

Loblolly Woods Nature Park

This 159-acre forested open space featuring paths & boardwalks is popular for bird watching.

3315 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32607, USA

Loosey's Downtown Gainesville

Nightlife

Loosey's Downtown Gainesville

120 SW 1st Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Mark's Prime Steakhouse

Food & Drink

Mark's Prime Steakhouse

Prime meats & seafood entrees with traditional sides are showcased in this elegant steakhouse.

201 SE 2nd Ave #102, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Maude's Cafe

Food & Drink

Maude's Cafe

Longtime coffeehouse with a cool, arty vibe offering light bites, board games & a spacious patio.

101 SE 2nd Pl, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA

Miller's Ale House

Food & Drink

Miller's Ale House

Casual sports-pub chain with basics from bar snacks to steaks & a large selection of tap beers.

2881 Bass Pro Shops Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA