Places I immediately loved once moving to central Florida. And I know you’ll love them too!
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Downtown Areas Central Florida
Places to Eat
Best Shopping Experiences
Local Parks
Best Places to go when you don’t know what to do!
Downtown Areas Central Florida
Charming Downtown Areas
Great downtown area with a lot of places to eat and shop. Parking is plenty and walkable to explore the entire area without getting tired.
Mt Dora
Beautiful downtown area with some of the best places to eat! Lakeside area perfect for a picnic. There are benches or grab a blanket for the grass area by the water!
Clermont
Beautiful downtown area with upscale vibe. Many places to shop and eat. Parking is plenty. Walkable downtown area. Especially visit during Christmas!
Downtown Winter Park
Relaxing and charming area. Parking is easy and accessible. Has great places to eat and shop! Cute little museums and friendly people.
Downtown Winter Garden
Historic buildings and vibes. Great places to eat! Easy to find parking. And the waterfront views are breathtaking!
Sanford
Secluded downtown area with great local places to eat and get coffee! Has plenty of places to walk and take photos. Easy access parking and great way to spend the afternoon!
Downtown Lake Mary
Places to Eat
Best Places to Eat
Best place Italian deli and sandwiches in Clermont!
Cosa Nostra Italian Deli
Cutest place to have lunch! They serve your food in a cute basket. You can eat inside or out. There are shops located in the property that have amazing ideas. Best part it’s the most inexpensive places I’ve eaten!
The Back Porch Restaurant
Best Shopping Experiences
Discount treasure hunt! Clean, organized, and friendly store! Cheap rugs and home decor. Perfect if you just moved and have a budget!
Ollie's Bargain Outlet
Charming local mall with local own businesses. Has a great regal movie theater. Many events are always happening at this mall. Worth following their socials to stay up to date!
Oviedo Mall
Quirky fun finds! Not too expensive has finds from $5-1000+. Something for every budget!
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Best Disney thrift store in central Florida! Inventory is constantly changing so always a new find. The prices are beyond reasonable! Cann get anything from a $1 to higher end collectibles for $$$. The staff is so nice and friendly. Chill atmosphere ...
Recycling the Magic
One of the best malls I’ve been to! Primark alone is the best reason to visit!
The Florida Mall
This place is true definition of a hidden gem! Constantly new things to see and buy. Covers wide range of interests from vintage toys, Barbies, legos, funkos, games and more! You feel instantly welcomed and the owner is friendly and helpful!
Davey's Toys
Biggest comic store I’ve ever been to! It’s like a wonderland because the aisles seem to go on forever and you discover a new room. They have a vast amount of selections and literally have something for everyone. I can even find gifts for people who ...
Acme Superstore
Local Parks
Gorgeous Spanish moss covered park. Perfect for a picnic or taking photos along side the boardwalk.
Overlook Park - Seminole County Government
Lakeside park with plenty of photo opportunities. Has a cute replica lighthouse. Mostly quiet place to explore or have lunch.
Grantham Point Park
Great park! Low key and rarely busy. Has a lot of areas to explore. Like an outdoor museum. And there are chickens!
Fort Christmas Historical Park
Beautiful free park with great views and nature. It’s a huge park and a lot to explore. Perfect place for lunch! Always quiet and a lot of photo taking opportunities.
Mead Botanical Garden
Great park to walk around and enjoy the day. They have an art gallery onsite and you’ll see various art works around the park. Great Lake views. Also go during Christmas. This place is beautiful!
Lake Concord Park
Great park to take in the scenery and have lunch! Lot to see and do. You feel instantly at ease. Great photo opportunities!
Center Lake Park
Best Places to go when you don’t know what to do!
Beautiful local garden with seasonal events! Can spend an entire day here. Has a cafe and gift shop.
Harry P Leu Gdns
Unlimited play arcade. Pay one price per person and play all day! It’s the coolest place I’ve been. It’s backlit wall to wall art I’d amazing. And the games are fun too! Perfect for all ages and it’s hard to want to leave.