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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VIP - GatorLand Attraction: Trainer for a Day
Alligators
14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32837
Around The Villages
VIP - Trainer-for-a-Day program, feed alligators. Kids 12+ for 1-5 guests. Gatorland admission is included.
4.7
VIP
Unique Experience
Alligator Adventures
Hands on Experience
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Clifton Cove Putting Course
Putting Course
510 Clifton Cove Path, The Villages, FL 32162
In The Villages
Practice your putting at this 18 hole putting course: Clifton Cove Putting Course near Sawgrass Grove.
4.9
Villages Lifestyle
Free or Low Cost
Golf Life and Culture
Sports Adventure
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Jungle Zone
Indoor Climbing Park
1960 Woodlea Rd, Tavares, FL 32778, USA, Tavares, FL 32778
Around The Villages
Multi-age indoor climbing and play attraction. Many toddler areas. Slides and Inflatable structures.
4.3
Grandkids Visiting
Arcade & Gaming
Adventure Parks
Young Kids
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Jungle Friends Sanctuary
Primates
13915 N State Rd 19, Gainesville, FL 32653
Around The Villages
NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - - Private experiences ONLY. Two-hour guided golf cart tour for six guests.
4.6
Tours
Low Walking Required
Unique Experience
Primates
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Auburndale Rotary Butterfly Garden
Butterfly Garden
119 W Park St, Auburndale, FL 33823
Around The Villages
Free, small community butterfly garden - Check website for species to look for. Garden suitable for kids.
4.6
Botanical Gardens
Fairies / Story Time
Free or Low Cost
Butterfly Gardens
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Regal 4DX Movies
Movies
9101 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Around The Villages
4DX Movies. Fully Immersive Cinematic experience -- with sound, vibrations, wind water and scents.
4.4
Immersive Experiences
Entertainment
Unique Experience
Family Adventures
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Champions Splash Park (Clermont)
Splash Pad
100 3rd St, Clermont, FL 34711
Around The Villages
Lakefront park with a splash area and water features. 10:00 - 4:00. Days change in seasons. Admission: Free
4.5
Splash Pads
Budget Friendly
Young Kids
Water Adventures
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Suncoast Primate Sanctuary
Sanctuary
4600 Alternate Highway 19, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
Around The Villages
A home to more than 50 animals, including chimpanzees, orangutans, monkeys, reptiles, tropical birds.
4.3
Budget friendly
Educational
Primates
Unique Experience
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Safari Wilderness
Safari Encounters
10850 Moore Rd, Lakeland, FL 33809
Around The Villages
A 260-acre natural savanna with herds of exotic animals. Drive thru and guided safari tours, ATV & more.
4.4
Animal Encounters
ATV Adventure
Drive-Through Safari
Low Walking Required
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VIP - KSC Fly With An Astronaut
Museum
Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Around The Villages
Take an exclusive VIP tour of Kennedy Space Center with a veteran NASA astronaut as your guide.
4.5
Try Something New
VIP Experience
Unique Experience
Space Lovers
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Sea Life Orlando Aquarium
Aquarium
8449 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Around The Villages
Tunnel aquarium and marine life exhibits. Make a day of it - Has a bundle available - 7 attractions in one!
4.4
Turtles
Budget friendly
Aquarium
Animal Encounters
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Museum of Drag Racing
Museum
13700 SW 16th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34473
Around The Villages
Drag racing museum, home to the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame. 90 cars to see in building.
4.9
Indoor Activity
Unique Experience
Try something new
Car Enthusiast
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