Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Clermont Historic Village Museum
ClermontSeven historic buildings from the late 1800s including a schoolhouse, train depot, and WWII Quonset Hut museum — all telling the story of South Lake County's pioneering families. Free admission (donations appreciated), open weekends 1-5pm.
Clermont National
ClermontUpscale restaurant in Clermont offering elevated American cuisine in a refined setting. A special-occasion spot with a focus on quality ingredients and a polished dining experience.
Clermont Oyster Bar
ClermontRaw bar and seafood restaurant in Clermont serving oysters on the half shell, peel-and-eat shrimp, and fried seafood baskets in a casual, laid-back atmosphere.
Clermont Waterfront Park
ClermontLakefront park in downtown Clermont on Lake Minneola. Home to Pig on the Pond and other major community festivals.
Crooked River Preserve
Clermont63-acre nature preserve between Lake Louisa and the Palatlakaha River with a 1.7-mile loop through forested wetlands, sinkholes, and cypress-lined riverbank. Free, with canoe access and clean restrooms at the trailhead.
End Of South Lake Trail
ClermontSouthern trailhead of the South Lake Trail (Lake Apopka Trail) in the Clermont area, connecting to the regional trail system for biking and walking.
Flippers Pizza - Clermont
ClermontCasual pizza chain serving brick-oven pies & other Italian eats, plus beer & wine.
Florida Citrus Tower
ClermontIconic 226-foot observation tower built in 1956 to overlook miles of orange groves. The 360-degree deck offers views across eight counties, and the base houses a cafe, museum, and event space. Recently renovated and reopened in 2023.
Florida Scrub-Jay Trail
ClermontFree nature preserve in Clermont showcasing over 135 bird species including Florida's only endemic species, the Florida Scrub-Jay, plus beautiful gardens and easy hiking trails through sandhill and wetland habitats.
Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly’s Ice Cream - Clermont
ClermontOrlando-based specialty coffee chain location in Clermont offering craft coffee drinks, gluten-free treats, and Kelly's Ice Cream in a comfortable cafe setting.