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Things to Do in Lakeland

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Top Attractions in Lakeland

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Nature preserve with trails for easy hikes amidst alligators, diverse birdlife, and majestic live oaks. Features a Discovery Center and wildlife photography opportunities.
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Lush garden showcasing a kaleidoscope of flowers, serene sculptures, and a hidden butterfly haven beside a picturesque lake, ideal for picnics and photography.
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Guided tours through a campus rich in Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, showcasing indoor and outdoor designs, including the unique Usonian house, with a visitor center and gift shop.
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Sprawling park with diverse landscapes includes a botanical garden, nature center, and treetop boardwalk. Ideal for family outings with playgrounds and a treehouse. Enjoyable tram rides available.
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Airshow with dynamic aerial displays, expanded VIP seating, and a range of food by Banquet 61. Community-focused with business and networking opportunities.
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  • Allen and Wanda
    Jasper, AL354 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A fun and free experience. We walked the Heron Hideout, Marsh Rabbit Ron, and Eagle Roost trails Lots of wildlife including Snail Kite, Alligator Snapping Turtle, many herons and ibises, and 50-60 alligators. The Visitors Center is also nice and fun to browse.
    Written June 14, 2024
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  • Carol Ann J
    Germantown, NY3,040 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hollis Garden is a lovely garden on the shore of one of Lake Mirror in Lakeland. While strolling through the garden one may see a variety of flowers and trees, and some sculptures in the park-like setting. Along the lake there is a variety of waterfowl as well.
    Written March 14, 2024
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  • KaraXYZ
    New York City, NY156 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were crossing the state of Florida, looking for some stopping points, and luckily found Florida Southern College with its collection of Frank Lloyd Wright buildings. I was so surprised to learn of this, and we spent an hour walking around admiring the various buildings. The campus map is okay but could use improvements. We found everything in spite of the map - I wish we had the time to have taken their guided tour so that we could learn more, but even just walking around on our own was pretty great.
    Written August 31, 2024
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  • tgbandit
    Ipswich, UK30 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had an amazing evening at the field watching the Lakeland Flying Tigers, definitely going to attend again when next visiting family again in the area
    Written November 2, 2023
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  • Sweetdreams37
    363 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun for all ages, kids love the free roaming park gates around it but you still got to supervise your kiddos. take lunch and meet friends there
    Written January 12, 2023
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  • Wright
    Tampa, FL121 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great for walking, riding, kids to play

    I took my Mother here for mother’s day! It was a nice outing and plenty of space and nature to see.

    Bring water 💧
    Written July 28, 2024
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  • LuvHaribo
    Manchester, CT517 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a fun time walking the aisles looking at antiques. It was especially fun to look at the Disney and Universal props. Took about two hours to see everything. Employees were much nicer than most antique malls we stop at. Prices were a bit high but that's to be expected with it being close to Orlando.
    Written April 26, 2024
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  • Road Dog 65
    Williston, FL44 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is a very nice public facility. It has a nice kids playground. It has an excellent garden area. We go to the Lake Mirror Concours Car Show every year in the Fall. The Car Show does seem to be shrinking a little more every year.
    Written November 3, 2023
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  • Carol Ann J
    Germantown, NY3,040 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our experience at Morton Lake was the best surprise! We were in Lakeland to visit other sites and happened upon Morton Lake by chance. We are so glad that we did. When I spotted some birds in the area, we parked and began to walk along the lake. The homes and architecture of the buildings were lovely but the number of birds in the lake and on the shore were amazing. We saw storks galore, and the most magnificent swans! There were black swans, white swans, egrets, and other waterfowl. We were able to get within inches of some of the birds and saw swans on their nests. We are avid bird watchers where we live and yet this was an experience I will never forget.
    Written March 14, 2024
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  • Miatracy11
    Winter Haven, FL57 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This museum is amazing, the art shows and exhibits they put together are one of a kind.
    They are not traveling shows you can see at different art museums.
    The curator and staff have a brainstormed and combined artist sculptures, illustrators that complement each other in different shows. It is a must see and it’s free to the public!!!!
    Written January 25, 2024
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  • Steve W
    Concord, CA6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Quiet beautiful lake. Walked around lake with my son (3.5 miles) during sunset. Safe area and easy walking trail (sidewalk). Saw a lot of wildlife along the route (more than I thought). People jogging and walking after sunset.
    Written April 5, 2023
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  • 985jaimeb
    Sarasota, FL22 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went on a Sunday. Very quiet. No volunteers as we were told it wasn’t busy enough. My 12 yo was a bit bored as there was no interactive items, but my 55 yo hubs loved it. It took only about an hour.
    Written June 20, 2023
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