With an emphasis on fresh, made-from-scratch dishes, this local mainstay has entrees to appease carnivores and vegetarians alike. The Top restaurant in downtown, is a true local treasure. TAKEOUT FROM THE TOP & PICNIC AT DEPOT PARK In the museum’s Butterfly Rainforest, stroll an outside covered path where hundreds of free-flying butterflies and birds from around the globe dance overhead. If you prefer an exhibit with a bit of a buzz, there’s a room for that too. The Florida Museum of Natural History, perched on the corner of campus, features trips through prehistoric Florida and immersive scenes of South Florida’s Native American history, along with temporary installations including today’s Megalodon and Insect rooms. TOUR THE FLORIDA MUSEUMĪfter trekking through the Florida wild, you’re probably ready for something a little more lowkey. Photography courtesy of the Florida Museum. See hundreds of butterflies and birds up close at the Butterfly Rainforest. Note, the number of alligators along the path means, unfortunately, your furry friends are not allowed to tag along.
Of course, it isn’t Gainesville without gators, and this trail is home to a lot of them. While traversing this marshy path, spot birds, fish, bison and wild horses. The 23,000-acre state park offers more than 30 sprawling miles of trails to explore, but we recommend the easily accessible 3-mile La Chua Trail. After your caffeine boost, walk out the jitters while taking in the region’s wildlife on Paynes Prairie. Wyatt’s Coffee in the heart of downtown serves up an exceptionally good cup of joe and frequently features coffee from around the state on tap, including beloved Jacksonville brand Bold Bean and a new brew from the makers of Wyatt themselves, Resident Coffee. You’re going to want to fuel up for all the adventures we’ve got planned, and luckily Gainesville is loaded with cozy coffee spots thanks to the demand from students’ all-night study sessions. The flaky biscuits sprinkled with sugar on top are best enjoyed with a generous slathering of their house-made cranberry apple butter. All the locals will tell you that ordering their namesake dish, the flying biscuit, is a must. If the mimosa flight doesn’t wake you up, then the bright purple and yellow interior covered in sunflowers might do the trick. This small franchise originating in Atlanta and partially funded by Indigo Girls’ member Emily Saliers serves up hearty comfort food with a heaping side of Southern hospitality. In a nondescript shopping center nestled between a liquor store and a fast food joint, you’ll find Gainesville’s best breakfast at the Flying Biscuit Cafe. Below, we’ve put together the ultimate Gainesville day trip, complete with wildlife experiences, local wineries and the best dang biscuit you’ll ever eat.
But outside the university gates, there’s a cultural cadre of small businesses, local eateries, music venues, artists enclaves and natural beauty often overlooked by travelers. Wander the trails of Paynes Prairie, refuel with a coffee from Wyatt's, catch a show at the vintage Hippodrome Theatre and belly up to the bar at Dragonfly Sushi.įor most, a trip to Gainesville means tailgating, football or maybe moving a new student into a dorm.
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