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University of Florida
Take a campus tour or just explore the area around University of Florida, a top college in Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Rainbow Springs State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Rainbow Springs State Park, a lovely green space in Dunnellon. Stroll along this family-friendly area's riverfront, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Silver Springs State Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Silver Springs State Park, a popular green space in Ocala. Discover the area's live music, or seek out its horseback riding.
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.
Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park, a lovely green space in High Springs. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the kayaking spots.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Wander the college campus and lakeside in the area.
Florida Museum of Natural History
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Areas of North Central Florida
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Historic Downtown
While there might not be top attractions in Historic Downtown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ocala Downtown Square and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP.
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University Heights
While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
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Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit Ocala Downtown Square and Paddock Mall.
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Fort King District
If you're spending some time in Fort King District, Silver Springs State Park and Fort King are top sights worth seeing.
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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 Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
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Haile Plantation
If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Playground and Haile Village Center are top sights worth seeing.
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