Things to Do with Kids in Lakeland, FL

  • TripBuzz found 70 things to do with kids in or near Lakeland, Florida, including 43 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Winter Haven, Zephyrhills, Lake Wales and Plant City.
  • From Joker Marchant Stadium to Explorations V Children's Museum, the Lakeland area offers 84 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Aviation Museums, Botanical Gardens and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • Located less than 40 minutes from Tampa, Lakeland, FL has a booming population of over 100,000 residents. As its namesake implies, Lakeland is home to 38 named lakes, and many other bodies of water that have not been named. Due to its rich history in Native American life and early American history, there are many notable spots to see.
  • TripBuzz found 70 things to do with kids in or near Lakeland, Florida, including 43 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Winter Haven, Zephyrhills, Lake Wales and Plant City.
  • From Joker Marchant Stadium to Explorations V Children's Museum, the Lakeland area offers 84 different types of family activities, including: Movie Theaters, Aviation Museums, Botanical Gardens and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • Located less than 40 minutes from Tampa, Lakeland, FL has a booming population of over 100,000 residents. As its namesake implies, Lakeland is home to 38 named lakes, and many other bodies of water that have not been named. Due to its rich history in Native American life and early American history, there are many notable spots to see.
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100% 1 votes
National & State Parks 104 S Lakeview Avenue, Winter Garden, FL 34787 MoreLess Info
Winter Garden's Downtown Splashpad & Pavilion features a large splash play area with a variety of features, as well as an expansive pavilion for events and picnics. The pavilion hosts the Winter Garden Farmer's Market, as well.
42.5 Miles
98% 93 votes
Theaters 160 West Plant Street, Winter Garden, FL 34787 MoreLess Info
The historic and non-profit Garden Theater in Winter Garden has a wide range of activities available, including concerts, movies, plays, educational productions, and hosts special events. The Mediterranean Style venue is themed to bring a slice of the past to life for guests.
42.5 Miles
88% 41 votes
Specialty Museums southeast corner of the intersection of South Boyd and Joiner Streets, Winter Garden, FL MoreLess Info
A short walk from downtown Winter Garden, the Central Florida Railroad Museum includes artifacts and memorabilia from railroaders in and around the community. The collection features china from the dining cars, a caboose and an operating Thomas train.
42.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 101 S Boyd Street, Winter Garden, FL 34787 MoreLess Info
Located on the shores of Lake Apopka is the Heritage Foundation History Center of Winter Garden, Florida. The foundation houses the heritage museum, celebrating the areas rich history, as well as a railroad museum.
42.6 Miles
93% 339 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 MoreLess Info
Weedon Island Preserve offers 3,190-acre natural area to protect the natural environment where Native Americans lived for over 2,000 years. At select times, visitors can attend guided history walks, walks to look for birds, and photography hikes.
42.6 Miles
82% 190 votes
Horse Races 11225 Race Track Road, Tampa, FL 33626 MoreLess Info
Opening its doors in 1926, Tampa Bay Downs is one of America's oldest and well-maintained thouroughbred racetracks. Visitors can enjoy the racing, casino games, and driving range before settling down for a meal at one of the site's restaurants.
42.6 Miles
96% 57 votes
History Museums 1 N. Main Street, Winter Garden, FL 34777 MoreLess Info
The Winter Garden Heritage Museum offers a unique glimpse into the 'juicy' past of this historical citrus industry based community. Visitors can view the local historical artifacts in this cozy and quaint museum and learn more about Winter Garden from by-gone days.
42.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 16698 Crews Lake Drive, Spring Hill, FL 34610 MoreLess Info
Situated on 113 acres of wilderness, Crews Lake Park has an established botanical garden complete with butterflies and birds. Recreational facilities at the park include nature trails, bike paths, an outdoor amphitheater, camping sites, and a fishing pier.
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Movie Theaters 1575 Maguire Road, Ocoee, FL 34761 MoreLess Info
At West Orange 5, visitors can see a movie while enjoying a meal at one of the theater's dinner auditoriums. The theater shows the latest movies in digital projection and 3D formats.
43.1 Miles
94% 36 votes
Movie Theaters 1575 Maguire Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring five screens, West Orange 5 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers dining tables in select auditoriums along with food, drinks and adult beverages.
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