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Aesops Park
Community park with playground, open space, and picnic areas. A family-friendly spot for outdoor recreation and community gatherings.
Bowl 360 Tavares
Bowling center in Tavares with modern lanes, an arcade, bar and grill, and cosmic bowling nights. A fun outing for families, groups, and league bowlers alike.
Deer Island Country Club
Semi-private 18-hole championship golf course designed by Joe Lee on 400 secluded acres surrounded by the Harris Chain of Lakes, with water on all 18 holes and home to bald eagles and diverse birdlife.
Discovery Gardens
Free 3.5-acre botanical garden at the UF/IFAS Lake County Extension Center featuring 28 themed garden areas with over 700 plant species showcasing Florida-native and Florida-friendly gardening.
Dora Queen Paddlewheel Cruises
An 80-foot New Orleans-style paddlewheel boat cruising Lake Dora. The two-hour tours are scenic and relaxed, and the boat is available for private events. It's one of those experiences that feels like it belongs in another era -- in the best way.
Far Reach Ranch UPICK Farm
Family-owned U-pick farm and event space on the shores of Lake Dora offering seasonal strawberry, blueberry, and blackberry picking, plus craft jams, honey, and baked goods.
Float in the Forest at Lake Idamere
A unique outdoor art and nature experience on the shores of Lake Idamere, Float in the Forest combines floating sculpture installations with hiking trails through native Florida woodland. The site features rotating art pieces that float on the lake surface, a boardwalk through cypress wetlands, and curated nature paths. It's a one-of-a-kind attraction that blends art, ecology, and tranquility.
Jones Brothers Air & Seaplane Adventures
Take off from America's Seaplane City on a scenic flight over Central Florida's stunning lake country. From quick scenic hops to fly-in lunch excursions, this is a bucket-list Florida experience.
Jungle Zone
Jungle Zone is the premier indoor inflatable play park for children of all ages in Lake County, Florida.
Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire
Step into the adventure at the Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire, where participants immerse themselves in the intrigue of the Gunpowder Plot of 1606 with interactive games and artisan showcases.
Lake County Historical Museum
The Lake County Historical Society and Museum is located on the first floor of the historic courthouse in Tavares, Florida.
Lake County Museum of Art
A free-admission art museum in downtown Tavares with rotating exhibitions that punch above what you'd expect for a small-town gallery. Donations welcome but not required. Worth a stop, especially if you're already walking Ruby Street.
Summerall Park
Community park in Tavares on Wells Avenue with green space, walking areas, and recreation facilities.
Tavares History Museum
Small history museum inside a replica of Tavares' original 1800s train station, featuring railroad artifacts, local memorabilia, and displays honoring Tavares High School and historic homes.
Tavares Nature Park
Nature park in Tavares offering walking trails, green space, and outdoor recreation along Milwaukee Avenue.
Tavares Theater Inc.
Community theater in Tavares staging musicals, comedies, and dramas throughout the year. A local cultural gem with talented performers and an intimate setting.
Wooton Park & Pavilion on the Lake
Lakeside park featuring a play structure, a seaplane-themed splash pad (fee) & picnic areas.