Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
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.
Lake Sumter Landing Boat Tour
The VillagesScenic boat tours departing from Lake Sumter Landing, offering a relaxing ride on the lake with views of The Villages waterfront. A fun way to see the area from the water.
Premier Boat Tours
Mount DoraNarrated pontoon tours from the Lakeside Inn through the Dora Canal and Harris Chain of Lakes. Bald eagles, herons, alligators, and turtles in a setting that feels like Old Florida untouched. One of the best ways to experience the area from the water.
Silver Springs State Park Glass Bottom Boat Tours
OcalaThe 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.