GainesvilleFl. It’s not just the home of the University of Florida. Many people also enjoy this area as a vacation spot. The Gainesville area is a wonderful escape with its charming downtown, Spanish moss-draped streets, sprawling state parks, and small-town charm.
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Continue reading to discover at least three reasons Gainesville is worth a visit next time you are in Florida.
1. Mecca for outdoor enthusiasts
Sensual overload can be a problem for nature lovers. This area has seven state parks and the largest freshwater natural springs in the world. Hikers will find waterfalls, rivers and sinkholes as well as Florida wildlife such as bison and alligators.
It is a great place to go boating, fishing or cave diving. The Mill Creek Retirement Home For Horses in Alachua and the Paynes Prairie State Reserve, Micanopy are great options for animal lovers. Micanopy has been called Florida’s top city for antique shopping.
2. The Hipp offers a variety of shows.
The Hippodrome Theatre is Gainesville’s central point. This theatre presents some of America’s best theatre. The Hipp, as it is affectionately called, has an art gallery, and a first-rate cinema.
You can also enjoy other downtown classics like ice skating at Bo Diddley Community Plaza or dining at local restaurants, be they fondue or Mediterranean.
3. University of Florida
It’s a great advantage to be surrounded by one of the most prestigious universities in the country. You can visit the Butterfly Rainforest at Florida Museum of Natural History on the UF campus. It sounds as magical and beautiful as it is. You can also visit the Samuel P.Harn Museum of Art. The University of Florida Bat House is nearby, as well as Kanapaha Botanical Gardens.
Gainesville’s insider’s guide to what you can see is available at www. www.visitgainesville.com.
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