Get to Know Gainesville & Alachua County
Gather to celebrate, collaborate and grow in a vibrant destination filled with intellectual capital, rich culture and natural beauty. Gainesville and Alachua County draw international business and convention travelers to the area’s state-of-the-art research, medical, event and meeting facilities. Home to the University of Florida, one of the leading public universities in the country, the destination – and the meeting and events held here – are characterized by excellence and the spirit of learning and discovery.
Alachua County offers meeting planners unrivaled convenience and features a wide variety of welcoming spaces, rich in both atmosphere and history. Meeting and convention offerings continue to expand, for an ever- widening selection of first class facilities including the Alachua County Sports and Events Center at Celebration Pointe with 90,000 sq. ft. of uninterrupted expo space, the Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center, 60+ hotels, 7 full-service conference facilities, gorgeous Bed-and-Breakfasts with meeting and event space and over a dozen unique venue options.
Detalhes do local
Hotéis66
Centro de convenções90.000 pés quadrados
Quartos5.933
Quartos em 1 hotel248
Locais de eventos especiais90
Tarifa média do quartoUS$ 115,00
Taxa de ocupação-
Restaurantes-
Custo diário de alimentaçãoUS$ 51,00
Taxa de imposto7%
Tipo de localCVB
Como chegar
Getting Here is Easy!
Centrally located between major Florida metros, Alachua County is an ideal destination for regional meetings.
Guests can arrive via the I-75 corridor in just 2 hours or less from Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa and 5 hours from Atlanta and Miami.
The recently expanded Gainesville Regional Airport features:
Non-Stop Flights To/From:
» Atlanta
» Charlotte
» Dallas / Fort Worth
» Fort Lauderdale
» Miami
One-Stop Service To:
» 343 Destinations
» 55 Countries
Distância do aeroporto
5 mi do Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)
Distance from Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport 5 mi
81 mi do Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)
Distance from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) airport 81 mi
120 mi do Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) airport 120 mi
Localização
Atrações locais
Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park
Parque
Explore hiking, horseback riding and bicycling on eight trails including the paved 16-mile Gainesville-Hawthorne Trail. This National Natural Landmark provides habitats for alligators, wild horses, bison, and more than 270 species of birds.
100 Savannah Blvd.
Micanopy, FL, US 32667
Sweetwater Wetlands Park
Parque
Go birding and hike more than 3.5 miles of trails. Experience the lush landscape from viewing platforms, and learn about this thriving habitat with vast numbers of plants and animals, including birds, butterflies, alligators and wild horses.
325 SW Williston Rd
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Dance Alive National Ballet
Teatro
Discover elegant, exciting and inspiring performances delivered by an award-winning international professional dance company with a repertoire ranging from the classical to the contemporary.
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Hippodrome Theatre
Teatro
Gainesville's cultural centerpiece offers live professional theatre, independent cinema, gallery exhibits, educational programs, and special events over 340 days a year.
25 SE 2nd Pl
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Florida Museum of Natural History and Butterfly Rainforest
Museu
The Florida Museum of Natural History is Florida's official natural history museum. Find permanent and traveling exhibits plus the Butterfly Rainforest and Discovery Zone.
3215 Hull Rd.
Gainesville, FL, US 32611
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Matheson History Museum
Museu
Browse permanent and temporary exhibits detailing Alachua County and Florida history. The museum is located in the heart of historic downtown Gainesville and adjacent to the 1867 Matheson House.
513 E University Ave.
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Harn Museum of Art
Museu
Visit the University of Florida’s Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art where you can explore over 10,000 works of art, including Claude Monet's Champ d’avoine and exhibitions including African, Asian, modern and contemporary art, photography, and one of the world's most extensive collections of Florida art.
3259 Hull Rd.
Gainesville, FL, US 32608
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Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention
Museu
Celebrate science, creativity and invention with dynamic and interactive exhibits that are fun for kids and adults alike. Visitors are encouraged to ask lots of questions and roll up their sleeves to participate in themed experiments. The museum is named after Dr. Robert Cade, one of the lead inventors of Gatorade.
811 S Main St.
Gainesville, FL, US 32601
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Nearby vendors
Dave and Busters Southern
Multi-city
LEGENDARY FOOD & DRINK...AND PLAY!
Looking for an incredible bar and amazing restaurant near you? Look no further than Dave & Buster's. We have amazing games and award-winning food and drinks. Come check us out!
Atividade
Restaurante/bar
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Artistry Catering
Multi-city
Full Service Catering Company ideal for events between 10-700
From multi day onsite catering to box lunches for tour groups and so much more.
Elegant full service gala dinners or casual crab feast for your employees, Artistry Catering will make your next event a Masterpiece.
As a full service caterer located in Burke VA we are conveniently located to served the entire DC Metro region. We can provide simple drop off meals to full service events that include servers, cooks, captains and bartenders.
Serviços de bufê
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VENU
Multi-city
VENU is redefining how fans experience live music. Our premium concepts — like Luxe FireSuites and Aikman Clubs — deliver comfort, exclusivity, and unmatched access to the music you love. Backed by thoughtful design and a hospitality-first approach, VENU isn’t just building venues — we’re building a movement. Publicly traded on the NYSE American under the ticker symbol VENU and featured in The Wall Street Journal, Variety, Billboard, and The New York Times, we’re recognized as a true disruptor in the space.
VENU and Billboard are proud to launch a multi-year partnership built on one shared belief: the future belongs to the fearless. VENU’s groundbreaking approach to live music venues—infused with premium hospitality, and fan-first design and access—mirrors Billboard’s legacy of elevating what’s next. This partnership represents a shared commitment to championing innovation and amplifying voices that lead.
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Key Transportation Worldwide Service
Multi-city
YOUR FIRST AND LAST STOP IN LUXURY GROUND TRANSPORTATION.
Key Transportation Worldwide Services (key) is a leading provider of luxury ground transportation services. Miami based, with a global outreach, Key offers turnkey private car service, corporate group and wedding transportation with world class standards, modern luxury design and the best Customer Service in the industry.
Transporte
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Shutterbox Photo Entertainment
Multi-city
We provide photo booth rental, 360 Booth, Glambot, Bullet Time Camera Array, and unique photo rental services for live events and special occasions.
Photo Booth Rental Chicago IL, Chicago Suburbs | Los Angeles, CA | Milwaukee, WI | Miami, FL | Las Vegas, NV. We provide photo services for your Event, Party, Corporate Celebration, Trade Show, Festival, Experiential Marketing Events & Activations, and other Special Occasions.
Logística/decoração
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Miami Corporate Photography and Video
Miami
Here at Miami Corporate Photography and Video, we pride ourselves on having a strong foundation of creatives with the experience and talent needed for any given project. We mix and match our talent together based on the project’s needs in order to provide the best final product for your specific project.
Logística/decoração
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Museum of Ice Cream
Multi-city
The Museum of Ice Cream is where creativity, connection, and imagination come together to create unforgettable corporate/convention/meeting experiences. Designed as a vibrant, interactive wonderland, MOIC transforms meetings, receptions, and team celebrations into memorable moments your attendees will rave about.
From immersive installations to our iconic Sprinkle Pool, every space is crafted to inspire engagement, spark joy, and encourage genuine interaction. Your guests can enjoy playful tasting experiences, curated photo moments, and a seamless flow through colorful, conversation-starting environments.
Whether you’re planning a networking event, client appreciation experience, or full museum buyout, MOIC blends professional execution with a uniquely delightful atmosphere, making your event not just successful, but sweetly unforgettable.
Atividade
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Destination MCO
Orlando
Destination MCO is a full service private transportation company with a full sized fleet from Sedans to SUVs, Lux Vans, Minibuses, and Motorcoaches. We serve Central Florida and beyond, are staffed around-the-clock, 24/7/365 so you can call us anytime. Have peace of mind while riding with us as we carry 5x the industry minimum in insurance and every Chauffeur is background-checked. Receive credentials to your personalized service portal to conveniently manage all of your services from the palm of your hand. We excel at managing large groups or can be your one-stop-shop for an Executive's global ground transportation.
Transporte
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Catch Transportation Nationwide
Multi-city
Catch Transportation is a U.S.-based premium transportation service provider with over 20 years of experience. We offer a wide range of travel solutions — including luxury charter buses, shuttle services, party buses, limousines, and other vehicles — for events such as weddings, proms, corporate travel, and group trips. We are known for our diverse fleet, nationwide service, and use of modern technology like GPS tracking to deliver reliable, comfortable travel experiences. We also specialize in hotel room blockings at special rates, as we own an operate over 25 hotels around the country. Want to take your travel up a notch? Contact us about our private jets!
Transporte
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GE AUDIO VISUAL
Multi-city
Memorable events build lasting memories. GE Audio Visual believes that every event, tradeshow or conference should create an experience for your audience. This experience requires high-quality, carefully planned audio visual technology and professionals who keep everything flowing smoothly.
For us, creating a mind-blowing A/V experience is more than a service – it’s a craft. We believe that every event should be carefully designed to fit your vision. We believe in a hands-on, consultative approach from the first moment that we speak with you to the time when your audience has left and we’ve broken down all the equipment.
Why? Because we love what we do. We love seeing the look of satisfaction and pride on our customers faces when their events captivate and motivate their audiences. We’re passionate integrating the hottest new A/V technology into our customer’s vision.
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