The University of Florida has a lovely campus! Walk the steps at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, listen for the bells from Century Tower, and grab drinks in midtown!
This man-made nature preserve is designed to naturally filter Gainesville's water, and it has beautiful trails and boardwalks. Look for alligators, horses, bison, and all the birds!
4th Avenue Food Park has lots of Gainesville favorites, including Anjum's favorite coffee spot, with a fun outdoor space!
Derrick and Anjum used to visit this little brewery weekly for trivia, beer, and all kinds of community events!
This is one of those amazing only-in-Florida spots! Go swimming and snorkeling in this gorgeous natural spring!
We love the springs! When the weather is nice, there's nothing better than tubing down the river!
It's not a visit to Florida without a beach day! St. Augustine is the best nearby beach town. There's tons of great beach access, and a precious little historic downtown to explore!
We miss our Gainesville favorites! When you get hungry, check out... Publix (Chicken Tender Subs) Blue Highway: A Pizzeria Satchel's Pizza The Top (they're also catering our wedding!) Boca Fiesta (Derrick loves the Gator Tacos)