Gainesville is the home of UF and offers many cultural and fun activities. Sixty-five percent of the county includes a wilderness of forests, scenic lakes and wetlands.

Below is a list of some activities in Gainesville you and your family might enjoy while you are visiting Shands HealthCare.

Museums

• Florida Musem of Natural History
• Harn Museum of Art
• Historic Thomas Center

Gardens

• Morningside Nature Center

Theater

• Gainesville Community Playhouse
• Hippodrome State Theater

News

SHANDS ARTS IN MEDICINE PROGRAM FEATURED IN DOCUMENTARY AIRING ON PBS THIS SUMMER

SHANDS AT UF BECOMES PRIMARY STROKE CENTER, EARNS NATIONAL RECOGNITION

SHANDS HEALTHCARE HOSPITALS EARN TOP MARKS IN NATIONAL PATIENT-SATISFACTION SCORES