Welcome to our guide of activities to do, places to go, and where to eat around Gainesville and on campus. These pages will be updated over time adding lots of new options.
Visit Gainesville – a great local resource for residents and visiting parents alike
Arts and Entertainment
Gainesville is full of fun things to do away from studying. Here you will find some of the arts and entertainment venues in the area.
Dining
This small town has a number of spectacular restaurants to suit everyone’s taste.
Housing Options
Moving to a new city can be daunting, but here is a list of many different apartment complexes with a growing number of tenant reviews. UF Off Campus Living has a website designed to help you decide where to live. It can be found here: http://www.offcampus.ufl.edu/
Natural/Outdoor Activities
Gainesville and the surrounding areas have countless outdoor activities to enjoy.
Groceries, Farmers Market, and CSA Info
Here you will find information on buying groceries and fresh produce and such in the Gainesville area.
Beauty and Hair Care
Here you will find information on a few of the different places our students have recommended in the Gainesville area.
Nightlife
Gainesville is full of places to have a great time after a long week.
Sports And Recreation
Pretty much any activity has a student or independent group participating in it in addition to the many recreation facilities available on campus.
Watch for more information in the coming weeks and months!