Gainesville, County seat and university city in Florida, United States.
Gainesville extends across Alachua County at 54 meters elevation, featuring tree-lined streets, residential neighborhoods, and a central university district.
The establishment of Gainesville in 1853 marked the beginning of its development as a transportation center with railways connecting different parts of Florida.
The University of Florida campus in Gainesville shapes the local identity through academic programs, research centers, and student activities throughout the academic year.
The Gainesville Regional Transit System operates multiple bus routes connecting the university district, downtown area, and residential neighborhoods across the city.
Scientists at the University of Florida developed the sports drink Gatorade in 1965 to help the football team maintain hydration during matches.
Location: Alachua County
Inception: 1853
Elevation above the sea: 54 m
Website: https://gainesvillefl.gov
GPS coordinates: 29.65197,-82.32498
Latest update: May 31, 2025 03:27
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
2.3 km
Florida Museum of Natural History
4.7 km
Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park
9.1 km
Century Tower
1.8 km
Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
4.1 km
Katie Seashole Pressly Softball Stadium
4.1 km
Baughman Center
3.9 km
J. Wayne Reitz Union
2.3 km
Harn Museum of Art
4.7 km
Hippodrome State Theatre
322 m
University of Florida Campus Historic District
1.8 km
Cox Furniture Store
137 m
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
9.2 km
James G. Pressly Stadium
2.9 km
The Hub
2.1 km
Florida State Parks in Alachua County
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Seagle Building
378 m
Hume Hall
2.7 km
Library East
1.6 km
Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention
921 m
President's House
2.8 km
Sledd Hall
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Norman Hall
1.4 km
Bryan Hall
1.5 km
Anderson Hall
1.7 km
Epworth Hall
1.8 km
Helyx Bridge
1.8 km
Ustler Hall
2.1 kmReviews
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