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French Fries @ Marston is one of Around Gainesville.

1. French Fries @ Marston

7.2
Gainesville, FL
Sculpture Garden · 1 tip

University of FloridaUniversity of Florida: The “French Fries,” or “Alachua,” was created to symbolize the Alachua Indian’s crown. It was almost moved to the basement in the late 1980s because the Administration hated the structure so much!

J. Wayne Reitz Union is one of Around Gainesville.

2. J. Wayne Reitz Union

8.4
686 Museum Rd (Museum Rd.), Gainesville, FL
Student Center · 26 tips and reviews

University of FloridaUniversity of Florida: Home of the Center for Student Involvement & Student Government. UF’s SG is one of the most highly funded, autonomous student governments in the nation, supporting UF's 958 student organizations.

Baughman Center is one of Around Gainesville.

3. Baughman Center

PO Box (University of Florida), Gainesville, FL
College and University · 4 tips and reviews

University of FloridaUniversity of Florida: Come here when you need somewhere to relax, reflect or getting away from the bustle of campus. Did you know that the Baughman Center is a popular venue of choice for many UF alumnus’s weddings?

Harn Museum of Art is one of Around Gainesville.

4. Harn Museum of Art

8.8
SW 34th St & Hull Rd, Gainesville, FL
Art Gallery · 21 tips and reviews

University of FloridaUniversity of Florida: Did you know this museum is one of the largest university-affiliated museums in the U.S.? Come check out the 8,000+ works that are displayed in the museum. Also, ask about our traveling exhibits!

Butterfly Rainforest is one of Around Gainesville.

5. Butterfly Rainforest

8.8
PO Box (Hull Road), Gainesville, FL
Garden · 11 tips and reviews

University of FloridaUniversity of Florida: We’re all a-flutter over here at Butterfly Rainforest! Come check out our 6,400-square-foot, outdoor screened garden with tropical plants and thousands of species of beautiful butterflies.

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens is one of Around Gainesville.

6. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

7.9
4700 SW 58th Dr, Gainesville, FL
Garden · 10 tips and reviews

Visit GainesvilleVisit Gainesville: During the summer months, the Gardens' giant Victoria water lilies are in full bloom and can stretch up to 6 feet across!

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is one of Around Gainesville.

7. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

8.6
100 Savannah Blvd, Micanopy, FL
State or Provincial Park · 17 tips and reviews

Visit GainesvilleVisit Gainesville: Get to Payne's Prairie early for the best chance to catch a glimpse of wildlife, including alligators, bison and horses.

Haile Farmers Market is one of Around Gainesville.

8. Haile Farmers Market

7.4
SW 91st Terrace, Gainesville, FL
Farmers Market · 7 tips and reviews

Visit GainesvilleVisit Gainesville: There are several different restaurants surrounding the Farmers Market, perfect for enjoying brunch after shopping for fresh produce.

Maude's Classic Café is one of Around Gainesville.

9. Maude's Classic Café

6.9
101 SE 2nd Pl (btw S Main St. & SE 2 St.), Gainesville, FL
Coffee Shop · 48 tips and reviews

barbibarbi: Hipster cafe. Nice, independent coffeeshop with terrible service. Staff is usually too cool to wait on you, but the coffee & food is really good.

Mochi Frozen Yogurt is one of Around Gainesville.

10. Mochi Frozen Yogurt

202 SE 2nd Ave, Gainesville, FL
Frozen Yogurt Shop · 13 tips and reviews