Duckpond
Gainesville
Popular places to visit
University of Florida
Explore the campus of University of Florida, during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
Catch an event at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium during your trip to Gainesville. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Florida Museum of Natural History
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Florida Museum of Natural History during your trip to Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Hippodrome State Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Hippodrome State Theatre during your stay in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Thomas Center
After visiting Thomas Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gainesville. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Shands at the University of Florida
Though Shands at the University of Florida might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Gainesville while you are here.
Duckpond Hotel Deals
Underwater Home w/Game Room ~6 min to Stadium & Downtown / 2 King Beds &Fire Pit
University House - 8 Bedrooms - Walk to UF / Stadium
Super spacious home, great for larger groups
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Hotel Eleo at the University of Florida
Yes
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Hyatt Place Gainesville Downtown
Great staff was kind and helpful Room was nice too Pool looked inviting just didn’t have an opportunity to use
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Gainesville
Super nice staff!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Drury Inn & Suites Gainesville
Only stayed for one night and it was great! They offer breakfast & dinner with your stay and the food was good. The room was clean and smoke free (which is a big thing for me).
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Duckpond
Pleasant Street
Though Pleasant Street might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Thomas Center and Hippodrome State Theatre.
Downtown Gainesville
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Gainesville and surrounding area, you can visit Hippodrome State Theatre and Thomas Center.
Gateway Park
While Gateway Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Innovation District
While there might not be top attractions in Innovation District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
University Heights
While University Heights isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Hippodrome State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
College Park
While College Park isn't home to many top sights, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Stephen C. O'Connell Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
