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.
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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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Weeki Wachee Mermaid Show
Entertainment
6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606
Around The Villages
Quintessential weird Florida experience: a mermaid show. The show is included with your park admission.
4.7
Entertainment
Mermaid Experience
Unique Experience
Try Something New
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Mars Base 1
Museum
Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Around The Villages
Ages 10 and above. 7-hour immersive program. Participants manage the Base Operations Center on Mars.
4.1
Space Lovers
Indoor Fun
Immersive
Try Something New
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Skydive Space Center
Skydiving
4760 W Eau Gallie Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32934
Around The Villages
The highest jumps in Florida -- 18,000 feet -every day of the week! Beginning jumpers are welcome.
4.6
Aerial Adventures
Highest Jumps
Adrenaline Junkies
Skydiving
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Florida Skydive
Skydiving
1511 Taylor Ave, Coleman, FL 33521
Around The Villages
Top rated skydiving in Sumter County. They are checking off bucket lists and making dreams come true.
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Aerial Adventures
Near Villages
Adrenaline Junkies
Skydiving
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Juniper Springs Area - Stargazing
Stargazing
26701 E Hwy 40, Silver Springs, FL 34488
Around The Villages
Juniper Springs and the surrounding Ocala National Forest & campgrounds offer spectacular stargazing.
4.1
Space Lovers
Grandkids Visiting
Quiet Evening
Stargazing
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VIP - KSC Elite VIP Tour
Museum
Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Around The Villages
The VIP treatment at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! With this exclusive all-day small-group tour.
4.5
Space Lovers
Unique Experience
Try Something New
VIP Experience
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Bioluminescence Boat Tours - Cocoa Beach
Boat Tours
1980 N Atlantic Ave Ste 211, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Around The Villages
Bioluminescence Boat tour-- This is great for groups who want to see the magic but do want to kayak.
4.7
Dolphin viewing
Bioluminescence
Rafts
Magical
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Daytona Beach
Day Trip
126 E Orange Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Around The Villages
Wide sandy beach with drive-on sections. A lovely beach with tons of dining, retail and activities around,
Beach Escapes
Shell Collectors
Ocean Views
Day Trip
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Epic Water Boat Tours
Kayaking
3089 US-441 Slip 1, Fruitland Park, FL 34731
Near The Villages
Near The Villages - Offering guided boat canal tours for birds and gators. Self guided kayak tours.
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Near the Villages
Boat ride
Guided boat tours
Self guided kayaking
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Touch of Glass
Stained Glass Classes
6040 S Florida Ave, Floral City (Inverness), FL 34436
Around The Villages
Stained Glass Classes: 8 consecutive lessons in which you work at your own pace. Work on three projects.
4.6
Creative
Artsy
Classes
Educational
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Walt Disney World - VIP Experience
Theme park
Walt Disney World Resort Area, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Around The Villages
Explore the parks with your own Disney Private VIP Tour Guide during a customizable experience
4.7
Adventure Parks
Grandkids Visiting
Unique Experience
Coolest Grandparent Ever
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Fish Walt Disney World
Fishing
Disney World, Orlando, FL 32830
Around The Villages
Guided catch-and-release outings. All ages. Several locations available. Fishing gear available for rent.
Fishing Adventure
Recreation
Catch and Release
Try Something New
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