Begin to explore the city by learning more about its history and head to the Micanopy Historical Society Museum or the historic Matheson House and Sweetwater Wetlands Park. Another option is to get to know the area’s nature at the Florida Museum of Natural History and the Kanapaha Botanical Gardens. For those who enjoy art, one of the top things to do in Gainesville is to visit the Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art.
Looking to explore the great outdoors? There are plenty of Gainesville attractions that are perfect for this. Go canoeing, tubing, or snorkeling at the Ginnie Springs or hike up to the Ichetucknee Springs. You can also enjoy a hike through the Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park or the San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park. Another popular activity is to swim in the natural pools in the Devil's Den underground cave. For cycling, head to the Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail or the Paynes Prairie.
Other exciting places to visit in Gainesville include the University of Florida Campus and the Kika Silva Pla Planetarium. In the evening, find top dining in the city’s downtown and unwind with some local wine.
