The world’s largest occupied bat houses. The University of Florida bat houses are located on the north side of Museum Road across from Lake Alice on the UF campus. Best time: Arrive before sunset to find a spot to observe the bats. They normally emerge 15-20 minutes after sunset. Bat watching: There are benches along the fence line on Museum Road, as well as across the street near Lake Alice. Watch the western sky over the pine trees and around the streetlights. Fees: The bat houses are in an open field on the UF campus so there are no fees or representatives on site. Parking: There is a free parking lot adjacent to the field where the bat houses are located. All parking on campus has clearly marked signage for when and where you can park. Pets: The bat houses are located on the UF campus, therefore pets on leashes are permitted. Safety: Do not walk under the bat houses. NEVER pick up a bat you find on the ground.
If you are looking for something to do on the morning of the wedding, check out the farmers market in Haile village. It runs from 8:30am-12pm.
This is Will and Haley's favorite place in Gainesville. Hours: Friday - 9 am to 5 pm Saturday - 9am to the earlier of 7pm and dusk* Sunday - 9am to the earlier of 7pm and dusk
The Florida Museum of Natural History is free. But the Butterfly rainforest costs, $14 adults | $12.50 Fla. residents/college students | $12.50 seniors | $7.50 ages 3-17 | FREE for ages 0-2, UF students & Museum members Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday 1-5 p.m. Sunday
The Harn Museum’s 108,800-square-foot facility featuring 10 gallery spaces is located on the University of Florida campus. The art on view features special traveling exhibitions and the Harn’s collecting areas of African, Asian, modern and contemporary art, and photography. Exhibitions rotate frequently providing opportunities to see new works upon every visit. Admission is free! Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm Sunday: 1 – 5 pm
The Depot Park open air lawns, trails, and play area are open daily. Depot Park is the highest used and most visible public space in the City of Gainesville.
Walking tours are usually every Saturday at 10 a.m.
Hours of Operation- 8 a.m. to sundown, seven days a week, 365 days a year
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year Fees $6 per vehicle See website for all fees
Pure Florida wetlands and alligator viewing Hours 7 a.m. to sunset daily $5 per car, $2 per person (bicyclists, pedestrians, buses)