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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gainesville has to offer.
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
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.
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 2h 14m.
Car
Another option to get to Gainesville is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 80 km from Gainesville. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Atlanta.
Airlines serving Gainesville
Where to stay in Gainesville
Average rates range from around C$ 451 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 3,963 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
Most booked hotels in Gainesville
Renting a car in Gainesville
Expect to pay C$ 1.82 per litre in Gainesville (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 21.74 and C$ 28.98. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gainesville, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.