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What to do in North Central Florida
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University of Florida
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Florida during your trip to 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 relaxing 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 horse riding.
Rainbow River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rainbow River during your travels in Dunnellon. Stroll along this relaxing area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Florida Museum of Natural History
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Florida Museum of Natural History during your travels in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Wander the university campus and lakeside in the area.
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.
World Equestrian Center – Ocala
During your trip, find out what's happening in World Equestrian Center – Ocala, a top convention centre in Ocala. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Areas of North Central Florida
Historic Downtown
Though Historic Downtown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ocala Downtown Square and Reilly Arts Center.
University Heights
University Heights might not have many top sights, but Hippodrome State Theatre and Ben Hill Griffin Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Historic District
Though Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ocala Downtown Square and Paddock Mall.
Haile Plantation
If you're spending some time in Haile Plantation, Haile Village Playground and Haile Village Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West Ocala
West Ocala might not have many top sights, but Ocala Downtown Square and Southeastern Livestock Pavilion SELP are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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