New to The Villages
The Villages is unlike anywhere else, and this page is designed to help you experience what makes it so special.
Whether you're visiting for a few days, exploring before making a move, or spending time with friends and family, you'll find many of the places and experiences that residents enjoy every day. From lively town squares and scenic golf cart rides to outstanding local restaurants, live entertainment, recreation, and hidden gems, this page focuses on the experiences that truly capture the spirit of The Villages.
Use the filters below to build your perfect Villages getaway. We've hand-picked about 100 of our favorite dining spots and experiences, with most located right here in The Villages and a few exceptional destinations just a short drive away.
Looking for even more ideas? You're also welcome to explore our complete guides featuring 300+ activities and almost 300 restaurants in and around The Villages. And, if you are visiting The Villages, you might want to check out some additional resources: The Villages Maps and Should I Move to The Villages.
Enjoy your stay—we're glad you're here!
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Manatees
Around The Villages
A unique underwater observatory: watch fish and manatees close up. Enjoyable Zoo with many animals.
Homosassa State Park
4150 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL 34446
4.7
Animal Encounters
Nature Explorers
Manatee Experiences
Zoo
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Polo Club
In The Villages
250 acre polo facility offers a chance to experience the fun world of polo. Look to the Website for schedule.
The Villages Polo Club
700 N Buena Vista Blvd, The Villages, FL 32162
4.7
Polo & Equestrian
Horse Lovers
Sports Adventure
Villages Lifestyle
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Festivals
In The Villages
The Festivals in The Villages are a lot of fun. Check the schedule for times and locations.
The Villages Festivals
Several Locations, The Villages, FL 32162
Food
Vendors
Entertainment
Fun
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Winery
Near The Villages
Located in Summerfield. Relaxing atmosphere and unique fruit wines. Wine tastings. Open Thurs-Sunday.
Dragon Flower Winery
11025 SE HWY 42, Summerfield, FL 34491
4.8
Winery
Wine Bar
Top Rated Experience
Adult Friends Visiting
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Bioluminescence
Around The Villages
The most magical night tour - clear kayak or paddleboard through glowing bioluminescent waters.
Bioluminescent Kayaking Tours
1600 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32804
4.8
Clear Kayak
Magical
Unique Experience
Bioluminescence
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Tap House
Around The Villages
Ocala Brewery open daily. Offers an Impressive 32 taps. ... Traditionally Inspired, Infinitely Creative.
Infinite Ale Works
235 NE Watula Ave, Ocala, FL 34470
4.6
Adult Friends Visiting
Brewery Adventures
Craft Beer
Ocala
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Museum
Around The Villages
Take an exclusive VIP tour of Kennedy Space Center with a veteran NASA astronaut as your guide.
VIP - KSC Fly With An Astronaut
Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953
4.5
Space Lovers
Unique Experience
VIP Experience
Try Something New
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Gambling
Near The Villages
Poker room. Pub food served at poker tables, at the tiki bar and the pickleball courts. Open 24 hours.
Oxford Downs Poker Room
17996 US-301, Summerfield, FL 34491
4.4
Gambling
Poker
Pickleball
Tiki Bar
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Beer Garden
Near The Villages
Craft beers, including a smooth dark ale and a Hefeweizen, with excellent sandwiches: Cubans & Reubens.
Wolf Branch Beer Garden
707 W Main St, Leesburg, FL 34748
4.8
Craft Beer and Cocktails
Casual Dining
Brewery Adventures
Adult Friends Visiting
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Entertainment
In The Villages
Let's face it. Entertainment is one of the things The Villages does very well. Here is The Villages at its best.
The Villages Entertainment
The Squares and Many Resaurants, The VIllages, FL 32162
Budget Friendly
Live Entertainment
Every Night
Social
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Winery
In The Villages
Expanding the BCV family and bring our wines, experiences, tastings and hospitality to The Villages.
Barons Creek Vineyards Tasting Room
1171 Main St, The Villages, FL 32159
4.6
Wine Bar
Winery Tours / Tastings
Spanish Springs
Visiting the Villages
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Chocolatier
In The Villages
Chocolatier offering gift boxes & popcorn, plus hand-dipped fruit, pretzels & cookies in The Villages.
Peterbrooke Chocolatier The Villages
1087 Canal St, The Villages, FL 32162
4.7
Cookies
Gift Shop
Gift Boxes
Popcorn
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