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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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Huddys Escape

Escape Room

5400 SW College Rd``, Ocala, FL 34474

Around The Villages

Immersive escape room attraction offering private experiences. All ages are welcome. Great for families.

4.9

Escape Rooms

Family Adventures

Immersive

Indoor Fun

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Citrus Monster Truck Tour

Monster Truck Tour

5010 US Hwy 27, Clermont, FL 34714

Around The Villages

Guests will explore Native Woodlands, Citrus Groves, and Bigfoot territory, as you ride on Monster Trucks.

4.5

Farm Adventures

Monster Trucks

Unique Experience

Farm Adventures

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Ollie’s Bargain Outlet

Bargain Hunters

1103 W N Blvd, Leesburg, FL 34748

Near The Villages

Huge closeout and overstock discount store. Selection includes food, housewares & toys and more.

4.3

Closeouts

Housewares

Bargain Hunters

Toys

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Skydive DeLand

Skydiving

1600 Flightline Blvd, DeLand, FL 32724

Around The Villages

The tandem skydiving was developed right here in DeLand! The most exhilarating ride of your life! Ages 18+

4.8

Aerial Adventures

Over 18

Adrenaline Junkies

Skydiving

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Planetarium

Planetarium

3001 NW 83rd St, Gainesville, FL 32606

Around The Villages

360 experiences for planets, dinosaurs and unique "Music360" events for an immersive experience.

4.7

Space Lovers

Unique Experience

Movies

Music Enthusiasts

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Dora Canal Boat Ride

Boat Rides

100 N. Alexander Street, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Around The Villages

Feels like old jungle Florida: Day, sunset and private pontoon tours. All-weather covered pontoon boats.

4.8

Low Walking Required

Boat Tours

Animal Encounters

Grandkids Visiting

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Beautiful Creatures

Private Encounters

19410 SW 25th Pl, Dunnellon, FL 34431

Around The Villages

Scheduled private tours of exotic and livestock. Guests touch, feed and interact with most animal residents.

4.9

Capybaras

Hands on Experience

Variety of Animals

Farm

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Melon Patch Players

Theatre

122 W Main St, Leesburg, FL 34748

Near The Villages

Providing high quality entertainment while providing educational opportunities, since 1951.

4.7

Comedy

Drama

Unique Shows

Try Something New

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Capone's

Dinner Show

5250 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819

Around The Villages

A 1920s speakeasy-themed show with Italian-American cuisine, comedy, and audience interaction.

4.3

Live Entertainment

Try something new

Adult Friends Visiting

Dinner Show

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - DIAGON ALLEY

Theme Park

6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

Around The Villages

Inside: Universal Studios Florida . The London side and the dragon on top of Gringotts breathing fire.

4.8

Coolest Grandparent Ever

Adventure Parks

Immersive Experiences

Wizard Experience

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Chase Sanctuary

Sanctuary

SE 122nd Blvd, Webster, FL 33597

Around The Villages

Animal Encounters. Painting with Primates. Group Tours. Keeper for a Day. Sloths. Cows, otters and more.

4.9

Primates

Animal Encounters

Unique Experience

Coolest Grandparent Ever

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Renninger's Market & Antiques

Flea Market

20651 US-441, Mount Dora, FL 32757

Around The Villages

Central FLs Largest Flea Market. 800 venders, Food. Indoor. Outdoor. Open air. Sat & Sun. Some sections open Fri.

4.5

Huge

Antiques

Flea Market

Farmers Market

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