Grandkids Are Coming to Visit You At The Villages
Grandkids are coming to town, and suddenly the question becomes, "What are we going to do with them?"
Whether they're toddlers, teenagers, or somewhere in between, this page is designed to help you find experiences they'll actually remember. From animal encounters and hands-on attractions to springs, airboats, adventure parks, museums, and rainy-day activities, you'll discover ideas both in and around The Villages.
This page has a lot of filters because grandkids can have a lot of interests—and those interests can change overnight. You may want to enlist the parents' help to identify today's interests. Yesterday's dinosaur lover may be today's space enthusiast.
And, believe it or not, the perfect activity for a 7-year-old may not always be located in the middle of a retirement community, just 10 minutes away by golf cart. Some of the most memorable experiences are a short drive away, so I encourage you to look beyond the bubble and keep an open mind.
You'll do great! Use the filters below to narrow your options by age, interests, location, and activity type—and get ready to earn your title as the Coolest Grandparent Ever.
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Black Bear Wilderness Park
Hiking
5298 Michigan Avenue, Sanford, FL 32771
Around The Villages
1600 acres. 7 mile long hiking path. offers some of the best birding and wildlife watching in the region.
4.8
Birding
Budget Friendly
Scenic Florida
Nature Explorers
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Nunan Butterfly Garden
Butterfly Gardens
530 N Donnelly St, Mount Dora, FL 32757
Around The Villages
Small and quiet butterfly garden. Home to many pollinators, birds and animals. Plaques for plants.
4.5
Botanical Gardens
Fairies / Princess
Butterfly Gardens
Quiet Escapes
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Silver Springs Clear Kayaking
Kayaking
5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488
Around The Villages
Clear tandem kayaks. Ages 4+ and pets welcome. Silver Springs offers Manatees, Monkeys and Wildlife.
4.8
Guided Kayak Tours
Primates
Manatees
Clear Kayaks
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Legoland Florida
Theme Park
1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL 33884
Around The Villages
Excellent for ages 6–10. Can be combined with other nearby attractions. More than 50 rides and attractions.
4.5
Grandkids Visiting
Young Kids
Unique Experience
Adventure Parks
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Emeralda Marsh Wildlife Drive
Wildlife Drive
2300 Emeralda Marsh Rd, Leesburg, FL 34788
Near The Villages
Long stretches of untouched wetlands and wildlife. Its perfect for photography and "nature bathing".
4.6
Low Walking Required
Wildlife Drives
Nature Explorers
Budget Friendly
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Bioluminescent Kayaking Tours
Bioluminescence
1600 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32804
Around The Villages
The most magical night tour - clear kayak or paddleboard through glowing bioluminescent waters.
4.8
Bioluminescence
Unique Experience
Magical
Clear Kayak
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Another World VR
Virtual Reality
5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Around The Villages
Highly rated. Kids 6+. Your group gets a space of its own — no strangers. Team in groups of 2 to 8,
4.9
Unique Experience
Arcade & Gaming
Family Adventures
Date Night Florida
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Boggy Creek Adventures
Airboats
2001 E Southport Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746
Around The Villages
Not just Airboats-- Make a day of it!! Butterflies, miniature cows, gem mining, lunch and see the gators.
4.8
Grandkids Visiting
Nature Explorers
Boat Rides
Airboat Adventures
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Lake County Museum of Art
Museum
213 W Ruby St, Tavares, FL 32778
Around The Villages
Lake County Museum of Art promotes art education to build culture and enrich our community.
4.6
Educational
Relaxing Day
Museum
Art Galleries
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Dezerland Park
Indoor Fun
5250 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Around The Villages
Florida's largest indoor attraction. 12+ attractions: bowling, arcade, go-karts, and an Automotive museum.
4.5
Arcade & Gaming
Go-Karts
Museum
Cars & Racing
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Dr. P. Phillips Community Park
Splash Pad
8249 Buenavista Woods, Orlando, FL 32836
Around The Villages
Large splash pad with water cannons and dumping buckets. Has an odd closing hour at 2:00 - 3:00pm.
4.7
Free or Low Cost
Water Adventures
Young Kids
Splash Pads
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Lil Bit of Life
Farm Experience
19201 SE 44th Ave, Mount Dora, FL 34491
Around The Villages
Farm School{ Ages 5-15: Running a farm. Pony Pals Program: Hands on experience. Toddler events & more.
4.6
Young Kids
Hands on Experience
Horse Lovers
Farm Experience
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