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Car Rental - Gainesville
Rent a car in Gainesville, Georgia, to begin exploring the breathtaking scenery of the city often referred to as the “queen of the mountains”. The region is famous for its historic tours, exceptional local dining, strong arts culture and adventurous outdoor activities.
Gainesville car rental opens the door to the imposing Northeast Georgia Mountains, where nature, heritage and recreation meet. Take a tour of the local waterfalls, enjoy world-class trout fishing in mountain lakes, experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on rushing rivers or hike to the quaint Bavarian-style village of Helen for an unforgettable vacation.
History buffs can take a ride to Birmingham, Alabama in under three hours with car rental from Gainesville. Birmingham is home to the Civil Rights Institute and several important landmarks, as well as a plethora of museums, parks, gardens and the McWane Science Center.
Downtown Gainesville is packed full of restaurants and entertainment venues and is so welcoming, the city has been named the hospitality capital of the world.
Gainesville Locations
A Quick Guide to Gainesville
Gainesville Garden
1911 Sweetbay Drive, GA 30501
The Gainesville location of the Atlanta Botanical Gardens facility opened in 2015 and wows visitors with spectacular outdoor park spaces, including a children’s garden and model railway. Check out the calendar before arriving, as exciting events are held throughout the year. Look out for Cocktails in the Garden and Garden Grooves.
INK
999 Chestnut Street SE, GA 30501
INK, or the Interactive Neighborhood for Kids, is a hands-on children’s museum offering one-of-a-kind educational fun – perfect for families. Visitors can explore scientific exhibits based around interactive role-play, learning about healthcare, banking, history, biology and more through a series of exciting games and activities. Free parking for your Gainesville rental car can be found at the Brenau East entrance to the side of the building
Against the Clock
119 Green Street NE, GA 30501
Have some downtime while you’re visiting the city? Why not get your colleagues, family or friends together for an escape room? Against the Clock pits you all against the timer as you try to escape the room before the bell. There are several themed rooms to choose from, including The Ransom and Ghost Ship.
Driving In and Around Gainesville
- Free parking is available throughout Downtown Gainesville for residents and visitors year-round. Most parking lots and decks are open 24/7 and are located close to the heart of the main shopping and dining areas of Gainesville.
- Free Downtown Parking Garage (310 Main St SW, GA 30501)
- Hall Country Parking Facility (225 Green Street, GA 30501) Historic City Hall (117 Jesse Jewell Parkway, GA 30501)
