Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Gainesville travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gainesville

With a population of 33.804, Gainesville is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gainesville to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Gainesville

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bourbon Brothers Smokehouse and Tavern - GA (312 Jesse Jewell Pkwy) and Jekyll Brewing - Gainesville (908 Grove St) are great picks.

When to visit Gainesville

Gainesville in August
Estimated hotel price
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gainesville in August
Estimated hotel price
$198
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gainesville in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 148 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Gainesville, with an average rainfall of 87 mm.

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How to Get to Gainesville

Plane

Although Gainesville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Athens Ben Epps (AHN), which is located 60 km from Gainesville. The shortest flight to Gainesville from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 25h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Gainesville is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 80 km from Gainesville. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Gainesville doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Athens Ben Epps (AHN), which is located 60 km from Gainesville. The shortest flight to Gainesville from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 25h 07m.

Car

Another option to get to Gainesville is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 80 km from Gainesville. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Gainesville

ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Gainesville

Lufthansa
Good (8,295 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,267 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,112 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,680 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,710 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,437 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,385 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,810 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,525 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gainesville

Average rates range from around $543 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $4,577 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Gainesville and The Guest Lodge Gainesville.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gainesville

Hiring a car in Gainesville

Expect to pay $2.16 per litre in Gainesville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.88 and $34.51. Compact (Jeep Compass or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gainesville, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.16 per litre in Gainesville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.88 and $34.51. Compact (Jeep Compass or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gainesville, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.