Cheap flights to Gainesville

Gainesville overview

Located in Florida’s north, Gainesville is the home to Florida State University, and was also voted the no. 1 place to live in North America in 2007. The city has a large University spirit, hosting plenty of college football games. As a metropolitan attraction, Gainesville is home to many shopping streets, jazz bars, and restaurants.

Visiting the city will offer easy access to attractions that will suit everyone, from zoos, to aquariums and State parks. The adventurous tourists will surely appreciate Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park, which has many hiking trails through idyllic scenery. Enjoy a cultural experience by catching an authentic American Football game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, home of the Florida Gators. Just a short drive away are several parks, including Disney, Universal, and Wet ‘n’ Wild, which will no doubt be on every family’s to-do-list.

Gainesville offers many relaxing bars and restaurants for after hours enjoyment. From piano bars, to jazz clubs, visitors will be spoiled for choice. There are even cigar lounges and comedy clubs throughout the city centre. Plenty of restaurants offer both local Southern cuisine as well as more traditional and international options.

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Getting around Gainesville

There is an extensive road network throughout the city, as well as a frequent public bus service. Many hotels will offer a shuttle service which travels around the popular Orlando shopping and theme park attractions. The US-301 also leads directly to Jacksonville, Ocala, and Orlando.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The closest airport to Gainesville is Jacksonville International Airport (JAX). Florida is a more convenient place to visit with a car rental, which are available throughout the airport. The city can be reached directly via the US-301 South.

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