- Our list of the best things to do in Gainesville, Florida, features the top 26 nearby activities — including 16 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Gainesville, FL has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Sports & Fitness, Entertainment & Shows, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 26 things to do within the city of Gainesville, FL
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Petting Zoo Ocala is a zoo that offers visitors the opportunity to pet and feed farm animals. Animals present at the zoo include ducks, emus, goats, horses and pigs.
33.3 Miles
Ocala, Florida has many working farms, and the most interesting of these are stops on every excursion organized by Farm Tours of Ocala. Transportation is provided. All tours depart in the early morning.
33.9 Miles
Also known as the Silver Spring State Park, the Silver Springs River encompasses several dozens of springs and many miles of trails connecting them. Picnic areas, camping sites, a museum, cabanas and boat tours are available on the grounds, among many other things.
33.9 Miles
The heart of the Big Scrub is protected through the Juniper Prairie Wilderness. Camping is the most common activity, but the site also features a recreaitonal center for a small fee.
34.1 Miles
For over 70 years, the Marion Theatre has served as an elegant film and show theater. The venue currently offers showing of independent and artistic films along with unique theater presentations throughout the year.
34.1 Miles
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50 South Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
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Second Thought Improv @ The Marion Theatre is a live theatrical performance which is held in a theatre. The show is put on 2 days a week, and cast members improvise situations based upon members of the audiences suggestions.
34.2 Miles
The Appleton Museum of Art has a permanent collection of European works of art, dating back to the 17th century. It has an after-hours program which involves live music and dancing, accompanied by local restaurants specialties sampling.
34.3 Miles
With plays in which local actors can show their talent, the Ocala Civic Theatre stages more than 12 new productions each year. It has been the home for more than 400 productions, and has hosted more than 50,000 spectators each year in recent years.
34.3 Miles
The Ocala Downtown Square in Ocala, Florida is the city's best shopping and dining district. It also boasts an assortment of entertainment venues, including clubs, lounges and cinemas. The Ocala Downtown Square is a popular spot for lunch or an afternoon walk.
35.0 Miles
Ocala's Santos-Belleview Trail features a large parking lot, plumbed restrooms, a picnic area, a large pavilion and several metal grills adjacent to the picnic spot. The trail accommodates pedestrians and cyclists.