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 12-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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Vintage Amphicar Tours
Amphicar
1486 Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Around The Villages
Highly rated. Amphicars: Ride in a vintage car that drives into the water. Reservations made in person.
4.8
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Swim and Snorkel with Manatees - River Ventures
Swim with Manatees
498 SE Kings Bay Dr, Crystal River, FL 34429
Around The Villages
Unique Florida wildlife encounter- Small group, private and VIP tours available. HD photography included.
4.8
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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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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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Boat ride
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Brevard Zoo
Kayak in a Zoo
8225 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32940
Around The Villages
Ages 5+ . Enjoy a guided tour of the Nyami Nyami River as you float past giraffe, rhinos and more in a zoo.
4.7
Kayak in a Zoo
Ages 5+
Self Guided Kayaking
Zoo
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Falconry Adventures
Falconry
See Website, Orlando, FL 32839
Around The Villages
Pairs education & excitement as you learn about the world of falconry, get hands-on with our trained birds.
5
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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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Giraffe Ranch
Giraffe Encounters
38650 Mickler Rd, Dade City, FL 33523
Around The Villages
Up close encounters and safari tours (vehicle, drive thru, segway, guided vehicle, camelback, or llamas).
4.7
Drive-Through Safari
Giraffe 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
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Homosassa State Park
Manatees
4150 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL 34446
Around The Villages
A unique underwater observatory: watch fish and manatees close up. Enjoyable Zoo with many animals.
4.7
Animal Encounters
Nature Explorers
Manatee Experiences
Zoo
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Citrus Monster Truck Tour
Monster Truck Tour
5010 US Hwy 27, Clermont, FL 34714
Around The Villages
Guests will explore Native Woodlands, Citrus Groves, and Bigfoot territory, as you ride on Monster Trucks.
4.5
Farm Adventures
Monster Trucks
Unique Experience
Farm Adventures
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Universal VIP Tour
Theme Park - VIP
6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819
Around The Villages
Guided access to attractions and insider experiences. Park tickets may be extra. Fills up WAY in advance.
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