Favorite places to dine and play in Central Florida!
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Florida’s tallest lighthouse! You can climb the stairs all the way to the top for killer views of the inlet and beaches. Tons of history and a really cool little excursion if you’re in central FL
Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse & Museum
Insanely gorgeous undeveloped beach. It’s also a national park if you’re into that! Tons of scenic walking areas, bird sightings & of course a gorgeous beach the explore and play
Canaveral National Seashore
This one needs no introduction - it’s the most magical place on earth! An absolute MUST do if you’re in Florida!
Walt Disney World® Resort
Another MUST do, especially if you have big kids or rollercoaster enthusiasts in your group!
Universal Studios Florida
Beautiful state park and my favorite place to see the manatees in the winter/early spring!
Blue Spring State Park
Floating down a natural spring in a tube without a care in the world - need I say more? You can camp there too!
Ginnie Springs
Absolutely stunning botanical garden to walk around and enjoy nature
Leu Gardens
This zoo is super cute and fun for the whole fam!
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
We love this place all times of year! Berry picking, pumpkin patches, sunflower fields. Truly a gem!
Southern Hill Farms
Places to eat
The BEST southern food! We love this place for its elevated chicken & biscuits and Mac & cheese!
Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken - Winter Park
Authentic Mexican cuisine, the best margaritas & birria tacos I’ve found in Florida!
Mi Tierra Authentic Mexican Restaurant
Yummy coffee, bakery treats & breakfast and lunch sandwiches!
Boston Coffeehouse Deltona
Delicious food & drinks with a view. Great service and a fun atmosphere too!
The Breakers Ocean Front Restaurant & Bar
Such a cute little local beach bar. Great food and drinks. Gorgeous views, live music & island vibes.
Toni & Joe's Patio
Absolutely delicious southern food. Elevated chicken & biscuits. Kind staff. Tons of delicious options for all palates!
Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken - Winter Park
Best German food in Central Florida! Tons of options, live entertainment, upstairs Bierkeller, such a cool experience!
Hollerbach's German Restaurant
Awesome food, killer views of the water, delicious drinks & a great vibe. Perfect to visit by land or by boat!
Down the Hatch Seafood Company
Gorgeous restaurant on the water - delicious food and drinks, fun vibes & awesome dockside service. Great to visit by land or boat!
Off The Hook at Inlet Harbor
If you like seafood - this place is worth the trip! Try the rock shrimp (they taste like mini lobsters!) just trust me!
Dixie Crossroads
An awesome sports bar - tons of locations throughout central Florida! Never had a bad experience at any of them
Gator's Dockside Lake Mary
Totally underrated local seafood restaurant - great food and great service every time
Boston's Fish House
Dining on the St. John’s River - tons of options! Super friendly staff, gorgeous sunset views & accessible by boat or by car!
Swamp House Riverfront Grill
A Mexican-Italian fusion?!? Yes, please! Hello, birria fries 🤤
TACOS VS PIZZA
My favorite Korean street food - you’ve got to try the cheese corn dogs!
