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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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Riddler's Escape Oxford

Escape Room

10881 North Highway 301, Oxford, FL 34484

Near The Villages

Fully immersive, hands on brain games. Creative themed escape experiences, perfect for families.

4.9

Escape Rooms

Family Adventures

Immersive

Indoor Fun

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The Wheel at ICON Park

Ferris Wheel

8375 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819

Around The Villages

Beautiful nighttime Orlando views. Its in ICON Park - a TON of dining and attractions. Stay the day1

4.6

ICON Park

Unique Experience

Date Night Florida

Unique Experience

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Florida Aquarium

Aquarium

701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL 33602

Around The Villages

Large aquarium. Add ons: Train a Stingray, feed a sloth, virtual reality, meet the penguins, walk underwater.

4.5

Aquarium

Sloth

Hands-on Experience

Lemurs

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DeLand

District

100 N Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720

Around The Villages

Several boutique stores and restaurants, art treasures and historical sites. Live entertainment.

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Florida Town or District

One Place- Lots to Do

Artsy

Dining

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Dr Phillips Center

Entertainment Venue

445 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

Around The Villages

Top artists, musicals, concerts and Broadway shows, in a state-of-the-art venues theaters and spaces.

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Try a New Experience

Music Enthusiasts

Live Entertainment

Date Night Florida

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Brylah Fashions

Boutique

1105 Main St, Lady Lake, FL 32159

Near The Villages

Women's clothing store specializing in leggings, capris, and shirts, with many pieces featuring pockets.

4.9

Capris

Boutique

Clothes

Accessories

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Chocolate Museum & Cafe

Chocolate

11701 International Dr Ste 400, Orlando, FL 32821

Around The Villages

A chocolate lovers paradise. An extensive chocolate selection. Chocolate tastings, exhibits, and tours.

4.7

Museum

Chocolate Lovers

Tastings

Desserts

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Rollins Museum of Art

Museum

1000 Holt Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

Around The Villages

Free admission. A small permanent collection & temporary exhibitions of thousands of works of art.

4.6

Art Galleries

Indoor Activity

Try Something New

Unique Experience

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Paddle Tail Waterfront

Boat Tour

4157 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446

Around The Villages

Explore the heart of manatee country while staying dry and comfortable aboard the exceptional tour boat.

4.8

Boat tour

Low Walking

Manatee Experiences

Relaxing

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WildFlower Farm

Baby Goat Yoga

2218 Carrington Drive, Orlando, FL 32807

Around The Villages

Several events. Some all ages, some Adults only. Farm is known for Baby Goat Yoga -- Fri/Sat/Sun @ 9am.

5

Educational

Farm Experience

Hands on Experience

Top Rated

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Harry P. Leu Gardens

Gardens

1920 N Forest Ave, Orlando, FL 32803

Around The Villages

The Gardens grows, collects, and displays 50-acres and 15,500 plants and flowers. Butterfly activity.

4.7

Botanical Gardens

Quiet Escapes

Princess / Story Time

Butterflies

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Lost Spring Lake

Kayak in a Canyon

8045 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, FL 34475

Around The Villages

Kayaking in a canyon! Award-winning area/ tours since 2011. Easy and relaxing paddle. Stunning scenery.

4.8

Self Guided Kayaking

Award Winning

Canyon

Ocala

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