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Road trip from Orlando to Gainesville

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ITINERARY

2h 24m120 miles17 stops
1
American Girl Orlando
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809-7654
Discover a place like no other, where lifelong memories are made, time together counts, and girls can be girls! Enjoy casual dining in the Bistro, where dolls are always welcome.
2
1001 Transportation
6401 Time Square Ave Cu-20 #1022, Orlando, FL 32819-9118
Airport Transportation Affordable flat rate Orlando & Miami ground transportation with over 20 years of combined experience. Our chauffeurs have earned an excellent reputation for exceptional standard of safety, reliability and professionalism Transportation in Orlando & Miami Florida.
3
Teatro Martini
6400 Carrier Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-8260
When the sun goes down at the circus, the acts get hotter, the laughs get bigger, and everything gets a whole lot crazier. Award winning acts from around the world will amaze and astound while the best of the best perform on the stage and all around you. Laugh till you can’t breath, watch till you can’t believe, and celebrate what happens when you finally get to see Teatro Martini. Located in Orlando, Florida, in the heart of I-Drive, this highly interactive show features circus performers from around the world including comedy magician, clowns, acrobats and performing puppies!
4
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-8111
5
MetroWest Golf Club
2100 S Hiawassee Rd, Orlando, FL 32835-6307
MetroWest Golf Club, voted the best golf course in Orlando, is located just minutes away from Universal Orlando Resort. The club provides a fair, yet demanding challenge to make a pleasurable golf experience for players of all skill levels.
6
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
1050 Celebration Ave, Celebration, Orlando, FL 34747-4867
7
The Legends Walk Course
8505 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy Orange Lake Resort, Kissimmee, FL 34747-8217
8
Island H2O Water Park
3230 Inspiration Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Island H2O Water Park is your place for family fun! Tube slides, raft riding & splash zones, plus luxury cabana rentals at a sprawling water park.
9
Baseline Golf Course
9000 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34480-8246
This is a 19-hole, public golf course.
10
Baseline Road Trailhead
4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
11
Ocala Civic Theatre
4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470-5001
Ocala Civic Theatre has been uplifting, inspiring, and entertaining our community for more than 70 years. Founded in 1950, OCT is one of the largest community theatres in the state and serves 65,000 local residents each season. We are able to present professional-quality live performances thanks to the talents and dedication of our volunteers, staff, and guest designers. In addition, OCT’s Education & Enrichment programs reach more than 1,000 learners of all ages year-round through skill-building and performance classes. Celebrating 70 Years of OCT History! Our story began on March 3, 1950 at the first organizational meeting of The Marion Players, a group of young people who decided Ocala needed a “little theatre.” They had a wide variety of theatrical talents and experience, and they all shared a deep desire to provide the highest quality entertainment for local audiences.
12
Marion Theatre
50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471-1153
13
Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
5174 NW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34482-3250
14
Young's Paso Fino Ranch
7950 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482-1112
15
Depot Park
200 SE Depot Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-7004
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
16
Havana's Wine & Cigar Lounge
112 SE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601-6825
Havana's Wine & Cigar Lounge aims to provide a relaxed atmosphere, where you can kick back on the couches and enjoy life.
17
Total Wine & More
3965 Plaza Blvd Suite 10, Gainesville, FL 32608-2443
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OVERVIEW

1
Start:American Girl Orlando
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(98) review
Discover a place like no other, where lifelong memories are made, time together counts, and girls can be girls! Enjoy casual dining in the Bistro, where dolls are always welcome.
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809-7654
2
1001 Transportation
Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(98) review
Airport Transportation Affordable flat rate Orlando & Miami ground transportation with over 20 years of combined experience. Our chauffeurs have earned an excellent reputation for exceptional standard of safety, reliability and professionalism Transportation in Orlando & Miami Florida.
6401 Time Square Ave Cu-20 #1022, Orlando, FL 32819-9118
3
Teatro Martini
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(960) review
When the sun goes down at the circus, the acts get hotter, the laughs get bigger, and everything gets a whole lot crazier. Award winning acts from around the world will amaze and astound while the best of the best perform on the stage and all around you. Laugh till you can’t breath, watch till you can’t believe, and celebrate what happens when you finally get to see Teatro Martini. Located in Orlando, Florida, in the heart of I-Drive, this highly interactive show features circus performers from around the world including comedy magician, clowns, acrobats and performing puppies!
6400 Carrier Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-8260
4
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(957) review
9800 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-8111
5
MetroWest Golf Club
Orlando, Florida·
3.0
(96) review
MetroWest Golf Club, voted the best golf course in Orlando, is located just minutes away from Universal Orlando Resort. The club provides a fair, yet demanding challenge to make a pleasurable golf experience for players of all skill levels.
2100 S Hiawassee Rd, Orlando, FL 32835-6307
6
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Celebration, Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(99) review
1050 Celebration Ave, Celebration, Orlando, FL 34747-4867
7
The Legends Walk Course
Kissimmee, Florida·
4.0
(96) review
8505 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy Orange Lake Resort, Kissimmee, FL 34747-8217
8
Island H2O Water Park
Kissimmee, Florida·
3.5
(96) review
Island H2O Water Park is your place for family fun! Tube slides, raft riding & splash zones, plus luxury cabana rentals at a sprawling water park.
3230 Inspiration Dr, Kissimmee, FL 34747
9
Baseline Golf Course
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(76) review
This is a 19-hole, public golf course.
9000 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34480-8246
10
Baseline Road Trailhead
Ocala, Florida·
5.0
(8) review
4255 SE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34480
11
Ocala Civic Theatre
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(81) review
Ocala Civic Theatre has been uplifting, inspiring, and entertaining our community for more than 70 years. Founded in 1950, OCT is one of the largest community theatres in the state and serves 65,000 local residents each season. We are able to present professional-quality live performances thanks to the talents and dedication of our volunteers, staff, and guest designers. In addition, OCT’s Education & Enrichment programs reach more than 1,000 learners of all ages year-round through skill-building and performance classes. Celebrating 70 Years of OCT History! Our story began on March 3, 1950 at the first organizational meeting of The Marion Players, a group of young people who decided Ocala needed a “little theatre.” They had a wide variety of theatrical talents and experience, and they all shared a deep desire to provide the highest quality entertainment for local audiences.
4337 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470-5001
12
Marion Theatre
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(90) review
50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471-1153
13
Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
5174 NW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34482-3250
14
Young's Paso Fino Ranch
Ocala, Florida·
4.0
(9) review
7950 NW 80th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482-1112
15
Depot Park
Gainesville, Florida·
5.0
(94) review
Depot Park is a signature city park in downtown Gainesville providing a space for unique public outdoor enjoyment. Depot features a children's adventure play area with a custom splash pad of waterfalls, water soakers, and ground jets. A water's edge promenade hosts special events like food truck rallies, art festivals, and musical performances. The park is fully staffed and free of charge.
200 SE Depot Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601-7004
16
Havana's Wine & Cigar Lounge
Gainesville, Florida·
4.5
(8) review
Havana's Wine & Cigar Lounge aims to provide a relaxed atmosphere, where you can kick back on the couches and enjoy life.
112 SE 1st St, Gainesville, FL 32601-6825
17
Total Wine & More
Gainesville, Florida·
4.0
(8) review
3965 Plaza Blvd Suite 10, Gainesville, FL 32608-2443

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What's the driving distance between Orlando and Gainesville?
The distance is 120 miles
What's the travel time between Orlando and Gainesville?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 2h 24m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Gainesville?
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