Situated right off I-75 between Atlanta and Miami, Gainesville is in a great location as it's only an hour's drive to the Gulf of Mexico as well as to the Atlantic Ocean. The city is known for its preservations of historic buildings, its numerous parks, lakes, museums, and entertainment venues. On top of this, Gainesville was voted in 2005 as one of the top ten cities for outdoor activities and the most technologically advanced city in Florida. Famous people from Gainesville include Bo Didley and Tom Petty.
