Local Directory
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Cauley Lott Park
Mount DoraCommunity park on North Highland Street in Mount Dora with a playground, sports courts, and open space. A family-friendly recreation area serving the north side of town.
Country Club of Mount Dora
Mount Dora18-hole golf club in the rolling hills of Mount Dora featuring a Lloyd Cliffton-designed course with water on 16 of 18 holes, plus tennis, pickleball courts, and a pool complex.
Donnelly Park
Mount DoraNamed for Mount Dora's first mayor, this downtown park is the site of the annual tree lighting, blueberry festival, and community events year-round. Pickleball courts, a fountain, and a veterans memorial make it the social hub of town.
Grantham Pointe (Light House)
Mount DoraHome of Mount Dora's iconic inland lighthouse on Lake Dora — one of the few freshwater lighthouses in the state. A picturesque waterfront walk with stunning views and a must-see photo spot.
Lake Dora Boat Tours
Mount DoraCruise the interconnected Harris Chain of Lakes on a guided boat tour departing from Mount Dora's historic lakefront. Sunset cruises offer golden-hour views of one of Florida's most scenic inland lake systems.
Modernism Museum Mount Dora
Mount DoraMuseum showcasing 20th and 21st century art, furniture, and design with rotating exhibitions. A cultural gem in an intimate downtown setting.
Mount Dora Center for the Arts
Mount DoraCommunity arts hub since 1974 with gallery exhibitions, classes, workshops, and the annual Mount Dora Arts Festival in February that draws 200,000+ visitors. Monthly Art Strolls every 2nd Friday from 6-8pm. Free to visit.
Mount Dora Golf Club
Mount DoraHistoric member-owned public golf course established in 1946, featuring an 18-hole par-70 layout across 88 rolling acres that's been called 'the longest 5,700 yards in Florida.'
Mount Dora Historic Downtown
Mount DoraStroll through one of Florida's most charming small towns, packed with antique shops, art galleries, indie boutiques, and lakeside cafes. The hilly streets and New England-style architecture feel like a different Florida entirely.
Mount Dora History Museum
Mount DoraHoused in the town's original 1923 fire station and jail, this small museum tells Mount Dora's story from the 1870s to today through historical photos, artifacts, and exhibits. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 1-4pm.
Mount Dora Lighthouse
Mount DoraOne of the few inland lighthouses in the United States, this iconic structure sits in Grantham Point Park on Lake Dora. A popular photo spot and symbol of the town.
Mount Dora Trail
Mount DoraA 2.5-mile mountain bike trail loop through a forested area with options for beginner through advanced riders, plus a bike wash and tools at the trailhead near the dog park.
Mount Dora Transit and Tours
Mount DoraGuided 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.
Mount Dora Yacht Club
Mount DoraFlorida's oldest inland yacht club, established in 1913 on the banks of Lake Dora, featuring a granite bar with floor-to-ceiling lake views, a private dock, and an annual regatta tradition.
Mt Dora Parks & Recreation
Mount DoraMount Dora's parks and recreation department managing local parks, sports leagues, youth programs, and community events. The hub for everything outdoor recreation in town.
Rusty Anchor Mount Dora
Mount DoraPontoon 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.
Violette Hill Hay Farm
Mount Dora30-acre hands-on petting farm in Mount Dora offering capybara encounters, horse rides, hayrides, farm school classes, and seasonal events like pumpkin patches and Christmas on the Farm.