Bucket List Adventures
Near The Villages
Some experiences are worth doing at least once—and this page is filled with them. From swimming with manatees and soaring above Florida in a hot air balloon to exploring crystal-clear springs, meeting exotic animals, and discovering attractions that people travel across the country to see, these are the adventures that create stories you'll be telling for years.
Whether you're checking off a lifelong dream, entertaining adventurous visitors, or simply looking for something unforgettable to do this weekend, you'll find plenty of bucket-list-worthy experiences within reach of The Villages.
Use the filters below and check the next pages if there are a few. Find your next great story.
Charlie's Take
It's funny how often we save adventures for "someday." Then someday turns into next year. This page is my gentle reminder to stop waiting. Feed the giraffe. Take the airboat ride. Swim with the manatees. Book the balloon. Life is more interesting when you occasionally say yes to something a little ridiculous.
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AviaSim Flight Simulator
Flight Simulator
2930 Polynesian Isle Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Around The Villages
Take control of a high-fidelity flight simulator that recreates the sensations, challenges, and thrills of airline piloting.
5
Unique Adventure
Try Something New
All Ages Welcome
Open Daily
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Ocala Dive Center
Scuba Lessons
500 SW 10th St STE 101, Ocala, FL 34471
Around The Villages
Beginners welcome. For more than 34 years, we have been committed to providing quality education.
4.5
Scuba Diving
Lessons
Try Something New
Water Adventures
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VIP - Walk Underwater
Aquarium Walk
701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602
Around The Villages
A guided underwater walking tour, exploring coral caves and marine life. 10+. Aquarium admission required.
Hands on Experience
Alligator Adventures
Unique Experience
VIP
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Florida Glass House
Glass Blowing Class
809 Virginia Dr., Orlando, FL 32802
Around The Villages
"Make your own glass" Glass Blowing classes Thursday through Saturday starting at 4:30pm
5
GlassBlowing
Make Your Own
Small Groups
Top Rated
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Sky Pirates Ballooning
Hot Air Balloons
100 FL-60, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Around The Villages
Join us for luxurious and unforgettable sightseeing flights offered daily at sunrise. Flights from $275.
4.9
Aerial Adventures
Try something new
Adrenaline Junkies
Aerial Adventure
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Superspeed Orlando
Drive a Supercar
150 Raceway Dr, Auburndale, FL 33823
Around The Villages
A SUPERCAR Driving or Ride-Along Experience at Superspeed Orlando. Ride along kids 11+. Weekends.
5
Top Rated
Drive a Race Car
Bucket List
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Daytona Beach Parasail
Parasailing
4936 S Peninsula Dr, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127
Around The Villages
Parasailing experience. The minimum age to parasail is 5 years old. The maximum total weight: 450lbs.
4.8
Aerial Adventures
Parasailing
Adrenaline Junkies
Aerial Adventure
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VIP Experience at SeaWorld
Hands On Experience
7008 Sea World Dr, Orlando, FL 32821
Around The Villages
The VIP Experience. Visit aquariums and marine life exhibits. Events. Rides. Presentations and education.
Animal Encounters
Aquarium
Bucket List
Swim with Dolphins
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Rocket Garden
Museum
Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Around The Villages
Walk among historic NASA rockets, in this impressive display of missiles or space launch vehicles.
4.8
Science Centers
Space Museum
Immersive
Try Something New
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Drive a NASCAR Experience
Drive a NASCAR
1801 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Around The Villages
Experience the thrill of driving a real NASCAR race car at NASCAR Racing Experience, at Daytona.
4.8
Unique Experience
Drive a Race Car
Car Enthusiast
Adult Friends Visiting
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MaxFlight Helicopter Services
Helicopter Rides
4010 4th St, Kissimmee, FL 34741
Around The Villages
5.0 out of 995 reviews. Tours including theme park views. Nighttime flights are available. 100% Private.
5
Aerial Adventures
Try Something New
Private Rides
Aerial Adventure
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Improv Classes
Improv Classes
55 W Church St., Orlando, FL 32801
Around The Villages
Classes start at beginner classes, designed to challenge people that want to meet interesting people.
4.8
Classes
Try Something New
Unique Experience
Met People
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