Tag: Central Florida

A prime destination for hiking, bird watching, and cycling. Visit the Polk Nature Discovery Center and learn about Polk County’s ecosystems through hands-on activities or climb around in the indoor play area that’s perfect for kids. A trip wouldn’t be complete without an alligator sighting, which can be safely done from the preserve’s pier or shoreline. From blazing red and Read more...

Visit Bartow Airbase Museum top see memorabilia from WWII when this complex was the Bartow Army Air Field, and from 1951-1961 when a flight school training cadets for military service was operating. The Museum owns and displays copies of many yearbooks published by the 70 pilot training classes between 1952 and 1961. Visitors will also see issues of The Eaglet, Read more...

Located at the top of the Lake Mirror Amphitheater, Barnett Family Park includes a splash pad water feature, playground (including the Sunflower Preschool Playground), labyrinth, covered picnic area, restrooms, and a multipurpose field. Operated by the City of Lakeland. Read more...

State Park in Haines City featuring long, sugar sand trails along the Lake Wales Ridge. Located along the beautiful Lake Wales Ridge, Allen David Broussard Catfish Creek Preserve State Park, covers more than 8,000-acres of scrub, sandhill and flatwoods land. The preserve offers 6-miles of hiking trails, 7-miles of equestrian trails and excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Read more...

Explore the genius of America’s greatest architect through his most fully articulated vision: the National Historic Landmark campus of Florida Southern College. Located in the heart of sunny Central Florida, the campus is home to thirteen remarkable Wright structures, including the previously unbuilt Usonian Faculty House; Wright’s largest water feature, the stunning Water Dome; and the iconic Annie Pfeiffer Chapel Read more...

The largest dude ranch east of the Mississippi River features luxe teepees, glamping, cabins, hotel rooms and duplexes. Westgate River Ranch is an all-inclusive resort near Lake Wales offering airboat tours, golf, archery and more. Read more...

Knowledgeable tour guides at Safari Wilderness Ranch will lead the way through 260 acres in custom safari vehicles, answering questions and helping you interact with huge herds of fascinating exotic wetland species found on the ranch. This is not a zoo! Hands-on activities such as lemur and budgie feeding are offered but keep in mind that these activities are scheduled Read more...

Historic Bok Tower Gardens, a national historic landmark, features two hiking trails, 50 acres of gardens, the 20-room El Retiro Estate, and the 205-foot art deco and neo-Gothic Singing Tower carillon. Bok Tower Gardens has fascinated millions of Florida visitors since its opening in 1929. Enjoy unparalleled opportunities for artistic, cultural, personal, and spiritual enrichment when you tour the lush Read more...

Beat the heat at Tampa’s biggest waterpark! Adventure Island® is 30 acres of water-drenched fun in the sun featuring the ultimate combination of high-speed thrills and tropical, tranquil surroundings for guests of all ages. Within a soothing Key West atmosphere await over fourteen unique attractions to enjoy. For the adventure-seekers, there are eight water slides to splash down. Twist, turn and spiral Read more...

Eatery featuring pizza, pasta & other classic Italian dishes in a cheerful atmosphere. Read more...