Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida

Luxe Jet Ski & ATV Rentals Orlando

Veteran-owned jet ski rental company on the Clermont Chain of Lakes offering premium Sea-Doo rentals and guided Can-Am ATV tours through Florida state forest trails.

Manatee Swim Center

Manatee tour operator in Crystal River offering classic, VIP, and sunrise swim tours with all snorkeling gear and wetsuits provided, guided by certified dive professionals.

Mind Infinity

Virtual reality gaming facility near the Citrus Tower featuring immersive gaming rooms, professional racing simulators, and a multi-player battle arena, with beer and wine available.

Mount Dora Transit and Tours

Guided tour operator offering trolley rides, segway tours, and boat excursions around Mount Dora and its scenic lakefront. A fun way to explore the town with local commentary and history.

North Florida Survival

Paddletail Waterfront Adventures: Swimming with the Manatees

Crystal River outfitter offering guided swim-with-manatees tours, kayak rentals, and eco-adventures, with expert guides and all gear included for 3-hour manatee encounters.

PADL

Paddleboard rental and water sports outfitter on the Clermont waterfront offering SUP rentals and guided lake experiences.

Pirate’s Revenge

Family water park attraction in Spring Hill featuring water slides including a 400-foot enclosed tube ride with 360-degree loops and back-to-back turns.

Presidents Hall of Fame

This museum dedicated to U.S. Presidents & their families also has a miniature White House replica.

Rusty Anchor Mount Dora

Pontoon boat tour company on Lake Dora run by a 4th-generation native Floridian, offering 2-hour Dora Canal wildlife tours, sunset cruises, and lunch/dinner cruises aboard covered, USCG-inspected vessels.

Showcase of Citrus

Florida’s Fresh Air Attraction on US-27 in Clermont. Features citrus groves, monster truck rides, a gem mining sluice, u-pick fruit, and seasonal events including Easter egg hunts and a fall corn maze. A family favorite for visitors and locals.

Silver Springs State Park Glass Bottom Boat Tours

The original glass-bottom boat experience, running since the 1870s. Thirty-minute tours depart every 15-20 minutes, with extended 90-minute deep tours at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Book ahead — they sell out.

Silver Springs State Park Paddling Adventures

Kayak and canoe rentals on the crystal-clear Silver River inside Silver Springs State Park. Paddle through one of Florida's most pristine waterways with chances to spot manatees, turtles, and monkeys.

The Blue House

The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park

Florida's only true canopy tour — soar up to 155 feet high on zip lines reaching 1,150 feet long over old limestone quarry canyons and spring-fed lakes. Kayaking and horseback riding too. Tours start at $59.

The Renaissance Building

A reputedly haunted grand hotel built in 1922 & renovated as a restaurant & art studios.

Three Sisters Springs Visitors Center for Swimming with Manatees

Preserved area of springs & natural habitat for manatees with a boardwalk & trolleys for viewing.

Two Tails Ranch

Private elephant sanctuary and conservation center offering guided tours. Home to retired circus and zoo elephants.