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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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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

Hands on Experience

Alligator Adventures

Unique Experience

VIP

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Sak Comedy Lab

Live Improv

29 S Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

Around The Villages

Live entertainment, improv, audience participation and visual humor. Classes and Shows. Ages 11+

4.8

Comedy

Live Entertainment

Unique Experience

Top Rated

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The Mercantile Antiques & Uniques

Antiques

128 W Ruby St, Altamonte Springs, FL 32778

Around The Villages

Home to 250+ local vendors, filled with vintage items, antiques, boutiques, and everything in between.

4.7

33,000 Sq Ft

Antique Adventures

Bargain Hunters

Unique Shopping

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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

Sports Adventure

Golf Life and Culture

Free or Low Cost

Villages Lifestyle

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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

Young Kids

Adventure Parks

Arcade & Gaming

Grandkids Visiting

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Sewing Classes - Orlando

Art Classes

9605 S US HWY 17-92, Maitland, FL 32751

Around The Villages

Sewing Classes. Lady Lake has beginning sewing machine classes. Orlando has a broader range of classes.

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Creative

Artsy

Classes

Educational

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Orange City Racing

Gambling

822-4 Saxon Blvd, Orange City, FL 32763

Around The Villages

Thrilling fast-paced poker games, Casino-style table games, and exciting racing simulcast wagering.

4.1

Poker / Gambling

Indoor Fun

Over 21

Tournaments

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Village Art Workshops

Art Classes

10935 SE 177th Place, Summerfield, FL 34491

Near The Villages

Serious Art Instruction. Learn from nationally recognized artists—right here. along with local artists.

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Creative

Artsy

Classes

Educational

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Treasure Marts Wildwood

Antique Mall

364 Shopping Center D, Wildwood, FL 34785

Near The Villages

Browsing for vintage treasures. Open daily. Wildwood location. All your second-hand and vintage needs.

4.5

Second Hand Items

Antique Adventures

Wildwood

Vintage

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Infinite Ale Works

Tap House

235 NE Watula Ave, Ocala, FL 34470

Around The Villages

Ocala Brewery open daily. Offers an Impressive 32 taps. ... Traditionally Inspired, Infinitely Creative.

4.6

Adult Friends Visiting

Brewery Adventures

Craft Beer

Ocala

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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

Primates

Unique Experience

Low Walking Required

Tours

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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

Butterfly Gardens

Free or Low Cost

Fairies / Story Time

Botanical Gardens

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