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Things To Do
In and Around The Villages

Some adventures are too good to miss—and this page is filled with them; this is the list of all adventures that are on this site. This is also where you will find all of your favorites in one place.

 

Explore animal sanctuaries, indoor skydiving, try new classes, visit extraordinary museums, or find unique places that are close by or a short distance away. These are the outings that turn into stories you'll still be telling years from now.

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Whether you're looking for something completely new, entertaining visiting family, or just want to see everything the area has to offer, you'll find plenty of amazing experiences within easy reach of The Villages.

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Use the filters below to narrow your choices. If there are more results than fit on one page, be sure to check the next page—you never know where you'll find your next great story.

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Love Home Harmony

Gift Shop

990 Alverez Ave, Lady Lake, FL 32159

Near The Villages

Custom made furniture, art, home décor, jewelry, and unique new and vintage gifts, with today's styles.

4.4

Custom Items

Gift Shop

Unique Finds

Home Decor

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Blackjack Sporting Clays

Clay Shooting

3372 Co Rd 526, Sumterville, FL 33585

Near The Villages

Blackjack allows for sport shooting as a unique experience in beautiful conditions. No age restrictions.

4.9

Sports Adventure

Try Something New

Clay Shooting

Top Rated

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Nature Coast Botanical Garden

Botanical Gardens

1489 Parker Ave, Spring Hill, FL 34606

Around The Villages

Top rated and free. Gardens, sculptures, and butterfly viewing, flora, roses and waterfalls. Gazebos.

4.8

Botanical Gardens

Butterfly Gardens

Fairies / Princess

Nature Explorers

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Webster Flea Market - Sumter County

Flea Market

523 N Market Blvd, Webster, FL 33597

Around The Villages

This is the oldest and largest flea market in Florida. Closed Sat and Sunday. Known for very good food.

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40 Acres

2,000 Vendors

Flea Market

Closed Sat and Sun

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Nature's Discovery

Swim with Manatees

32 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

Around The Villages

5.0 Rating. Group and Private tours available. Swim with manatees for an experience you won't soon forget.

5

Top Rated Experience

Swim With Manatees

Animal Encounters

Grandkids Visiting

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Nine State Brewery

Brewery

200 Tompkins St, Inverness, FL 34450

Around The Villages

Serves a range of beers and ciders. Even does flights. Outdoor Seating. Music, trivia, bingo. In Inverness.

4.7

Brewery Adventures

Craft Beer and Cocktails

Adult Friends Visiting

Ciders

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Natures Adventure Center - Boat Tours

Boat Tours

308 SE US 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

Around The Villages

Our Wildlife Viewing Tours - see beauty of Kings Bay, wildlife and manatees without swimming or kayaking.

4.7

Animal Encounters

Boat tour

Manatee Experiences

Birding

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Yalaha Bootlegging Company

Moonshine

8222B FL-48, Yalaha, FL 34797

Around The Villages

Open Daily. Popular moonshine tastings and country atmosphere. Organic blueberries moonshine.

4.9

Distillery for Spirits

Tastings

Blueberries

Open Daily

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The Ancient Olive Gourmet and Art Gallery

Gourmet Groceries

1111 Canal St, The Villages, FL 32162

In The Villages

Store sampling different olive oils and balsamic vinegars for purchase in Lake Sumter. Makes great gifts!

4.8

Lake Sumter

Gift Shop

Gourmet Foods

Balsamic Vinegars

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Bird Watching at Lake Apopka

Bird Watching

24600 County Rd 448, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Around The Villages

Bird paradise. 300 bird species documented. This superb site has miles of multi-use trails. Free .

4.8

Birdwatching

Hiking

Free or Low Cost

Nature Lover

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Tree Hoppers Aerial Adventure Park

Aerial Park

27839 St Joe Rd, Dade City, FL 33525

Around The Villages

Outdoor amusement park featuring ziplines, treetop adventure courses and obstacle courses. Kids 5+.

4.7

Aerial Adventure

Sports Adventure

Ziplining

Coolest Grandparent Ever

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Florida’s Antique Mall

Antique Mall

850 S US Hwy 17 92, Inverness, FL 32750

Around The Villages

Florida's largest Antique Mall. Located in the heart of Inverness, it's a true destination for vintage treasures.

4.7

Florida's Largest

Antique Adventures

77,000 Sq. Ft.

300 Vendors

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