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Popular places to visit

Don Carter State Park
The only state park on vast Lake Lanier offers a range of fun water activities alongside quiet woodland trails and campsites.

Wilshire Trails Park
Admire the pretty vistas of Rock Creek, as you amble along multi-purpose walking trails and climb over bridges and boardwalks.

Quinlan Visual Arts Center
This hub of artists and creativity displays a great range of touring works, so there’s something new to see and learn about each time you visit.

Elachee Nature Science Center
With its Storybook Trail and animal exhibits, this complex is popular for family and school visits, and fun and educational trips through the woods.
Smithgall Arts Center
You can get tickets for a performance at Smithgall Arts Center on your trip to Gainesville. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
Explore the great outdoors at Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville, a lovely green space in Gainesville. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Downtown Gainesville Hotel Deals

Chateau Elan
Reviewed on Sep 26, 2025

Best Western Plus Lake Lanier/gainesville Hotel & Suites
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Belamere Swimming Pool Suites
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

The Guest Lodge Gainesville
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Braselton, GA
Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Gainesville

Midtown
Though Midtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Quinlan Visual Arts Center and Wilshire Trails Park.

Lake Ranch Estates
When in Lake Ranch Estates, you can plan a visit to Xtreme Xperience at Atlanta Motorsports Park and Chattahoochee Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.