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Visiting Gainesville

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Gainesville, and visitors give high marks for the shopping and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its festivals, lakeside setting, and wineries.

• There are 78 hotels and other accommodations in Gainesville
• The closest major airport is in Athens, GA (AHN-Ben Epps), 37.5 mi (60.3 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree), 39.7 mi (63.9 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Gainesville

Well known for its festivals, the city's cultural venues include Smithgall Arts Center, Quinlan Visual Arts Center, and Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. Favorite family attractions include Stonewood Riding Stables and Mayfield Dairy Farms. The lakeside and mountain views highlight the city's natural beauty with places to visit including Wilshire Trails Park, Lake Lanier, and Don Carter State Park.

In Gainesville, there are 78 hotels and other lodging accommodations so you'll have plenty of choices for your holiday getaway. Here are highly ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• Hampton Inn & Suites Braselton - This 2.5-star hotel features a winery, a golf course, and free breakfast. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its breakfast and helpful staff.
• Chateau Elan - Our customers like the quiet location and comfortable rooms at this resort. With a stay at this 4.5-star resort, guests can enjoy access to a winery and a full-service spa, along with free WiFi.
• Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Buford Mall of Georgia - With a stay at this 3-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and an indoor pool, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its helpful staff and location.

Getting Around Gainesville

If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Gainesville Station. Gainesville might not have very many public transportation choices so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

Dressing for Gainesville

• Between January and March, daytime temperatures average 67°F, while nighttime temperatures stay around 31°F
• From April to June, the average is 87°F during the day and 44°F at night
• July through September sees average temperatures of 87°F during the day and 56°F at night
• In October-December, you can expect 75°F as the daytime average and 32°F as the nighttime average
• Average annual rainfall for Gainesville is 53.23 inches
• July and August are usually the hottest months averaging 86°F, while January and February are usually the coldest with an average temperature of 33°F