Visit Gainesville, Alachua County

Gainesville and Alachua County draw international business and convention travelers to the area's state-of-the-art research, medical, event and meeting facilities. Home to the University of Florida, one of the top leading public universities in the country, the destination - and the meetings and events held here - are characterized by excellence and the spirit of learning and discovery. Alachua County offers meeting planners unrivaled convenience and features a wide variety of welcoming spaces, rich in both atmosphere and history. Meeting and convention offerings continue to expand, for an ever-widening selection of first-class facilities including the Alachua County Sports and Events Center at Celebration Pointe with 90,000 sq. ft. of uninterrupted expo space, the Alachua County Agriculture and Equestrian Center, 60+ hotels, 7 full-service conference facilities, gorgeous Bed-and-Breakfasts with meeting and event space and over a dozen unique venue options. World-class museums, performing arts, and a vibrant live music scene set the stage for unique opportunities for team building, networking, and entertainment. Enhance itineraries with activities for relaxation, renewal, and fun - exploring 8 state parks, the nearby Santa Fe River, and crystal-blue freshwater springs. After a great event, kick back at a craft brewery and savor innovative cuisine and specialty cocktails at inspired local restaurants. An easy location to access with 7 exits off the I-75 corridor, Gainesville, Alachua County is centrally located in the state, making for an easy 2-hour drive from Jacksonville, Orlando, Tallahassee, and Tampa. The Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) is only 5 miles from downtown Gainesville, and offers non-stop flights from Miami, Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas/Fort Worth, and one-stop services around the world to 343 destinations.