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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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Country Kingdom

Petting Farm

17125 Citrus Way, Bushnell, FL 34614

Around The Villages

Hands on encounters with lemurs, otters, and capybaras. Ages 8+. VIP experience available. Small groups.

4.7

Young Kids

Unique Experience

Variety of Animals

Petting Zoos

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Beginning Beekeeper Class - Black Hammock Bee Farms

Bee Keeping Classes

2385 Howard Ave, Oviedo, FL 32765

Around The Villages

Beginning Beekeepers one-day class. Learn about all basics, get into a hive, explain what you're seeing.

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Educational

Unique Experience

Classes

Try a New Experience

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Planet Obstacle Park

Obstacle Park

1150 Emma Oaks Trail, Lake Mary, FL 32746

Around The Villages

Kid-approved. Trampoline, ropes, arcade, bumper cars, climbing walls, and obstacle course. Toddler area.

4.6

Trampoline Parks

Arcade & Gaming

Climbing Walls

Grandkids Visiting

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Silver River Museum

Museum

1445 NE 58th Ave, Ocala, FL 34470

Around The Villages

Florida history, pioneer exhibits, festivals, events and environmental education. Public hours: weekends.

4.6

History Museum

Museum

Educational

Relaxing Day

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Air Hound Adventures

Hot Air Balloon

8190 Laura Ln, Davenport, FL 33896

Around The Villages

Rated 5 star from 270 reviews. Private and shared basket (up to 5 people) flights are available. From $425

5

Aerial Adventures

Grandkids Visiting

Adrenaline Junkies

Hot Air Balloon Rides

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Andretti Indoor Karting and Games

Go-Karts

9299 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

Around The Villages

Arcade and racing simulators. Lots to do: 7D Experience, Laser tag, Virtual Reality.. Bowling. Go Karts.

4.3

Arcade & Gaming

Go-Karts

Bowling

Cars & Racing

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Bok Tower Gardens

Nature Garden

1151 Tower Blvd, Lake Wales, FL 33853

Around The Villages

Events change, but include fairy festivals, art experiences and more. Lake Wales is the spot of "Spook Hill"

4.8

Quiet Escapes

Nature Explorers

Fairies / Princess / Story Time

Nature Lover

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Mount Dora

Destination

510 N Baker St, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Around The Villages

Quaint streets. Boutique shopping. Stunning parks. Delicious eats. Charming bed and breakfasts.

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Old Florida

Florida Town or District

Dining

Day Trip

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The Stadium Gallery

Gift Shop

1004 Canal St, The Villages, FL 32162

In The Villages

The sportsman memorabilia store of The Villages. Large selection of sporting memorabilia and gifts.

4.2

Sports Memorabilia

Gift Shop

Collectables

Lake Sumter

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Barons Creek Vineyards Tasting Room

Winery

1171 Main St, The Villages, FL 32159

In The Villages

Expanding the BCV family and bring our wines, experiences, tastings and hospitality to The Villages.

4.6

Wine Bar

Winery Tours / Tastings

Spanish Springs

Visiting the Villages

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Peterbrooke Chocolatier The Villages

Chocolatier

1087 Canal St, The Villages, FL 32162

In The Villages

Chocolatier offering gift boxes & popcorn, plus hand-dipped fruit, pretzels & cookies in The Villages.

4.7

Cookies

Gift Shop

Gift Boxes

Popcorn

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Lake County Farmers’ and Flea Market

Flea Market

2101 N. County Road 452, Eustis, FL 32728

Around The Villages

Indoor market open Thursdays with produce, plus items ranging from greeting cards to fishing poles.

4.4

Farmers Market

Open on Thursdays

Flea Market

Indoor

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