Local Directory — The Villages, Ocala & Central Florida
Restaurants, bars, venues, and more across the region
Tom Varn Park
BrooksvilleSpacious park with open & forested areas, a fitness course, basketball softball & racquetball.
Tony's Sushi
OcalaPopular mainstay featuring classic sushi rolls, Japanese dishes & hibachi meals in a casual setting.
Trailhead Park
WildwoodTrailhead for the Good Neighbor Trail connecting Wildwood to Inverness. Features parking, restrooms, and picnic areas.
Trimble Park
Mount DoraLakeside park with picnic & camping areas, plus a playground, trails & docks in scenic surrounds.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
The VillagesHealth-conscious cafe chain featuring a menu of custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.
Tsala Apopka Lake Chain
InvernessA vast interconnected chain of lakes, pools, and marshes covering over 19,000 acres, Tsala Apopka is one of Florida's most unique waterways. The system is divided into three pools — Floral City, Inverness, and Hernando — connected by channels and the Withlacoochee River. Kayaking and canoeing through the cypress-lined channels feels like paddling through old Florida wilderness. The chain is also outstanding for bass fishing and birdwatching.
Turners Kitchen + Bar
LeesburgA chef-owned restaurant in the heart of downtown Leesburg, occupying a building that once housed Turner's Bakery in the 1940s. The menu is creative without being fussy, and the quality is a pleasant surprise for a small-town spot.
Tuscawilla Art Park
OcalaOutdoor art park in downtown Ocala featuring rotating sculpture installations and public art. A creative green space perfect for an afternoon walk among the artwork.
Twisted Biscuit Diner
TavaresPopular Tavares diner serving traditional Southern comfort food with a twist, built around flavored, made-from-scratch biscuits, open daily from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM for breakfast and lunch.
Twistid Arts Initiative
InvernessNonprofit arts organization in Inverness fostering creativity through visual and performing arts programs, youth theater, art classes, workshops, and community events.
Two Old Hags Wine Shoppe
LeesburgLeesburg's original wine bar since 2007 on Main Street, offering an eclectic selection of wines you won't find elsewhere, with a bring-your-own-food policy welcoming takeout from nearby downtown restaurants.
Two Tails Ranch
WillistonPrivate elephant sanctuary and conservation center offering guided tours. Home to retired circus and zoo elephants.
Twysted Vyne
InvernessCasual fine dining wine bar in downtown Inverness pairing a curated selection of quality wines and craft beers with an upscale bistro menu and live music from local musicians.
Vanderbrew Coffee Shop
LeesburgA craft coffee shop and tea house in downtown Leesburg with sweet treats, a warm atmosphere, and the kind of careful attention to drinks that makes you want to linger. A welcome addition to the growing Leesburg downtown scene.
Venetian Gardens Park
LeesburgA gorgeous 100-acre waterfront park on Lake Harris with arched pedestrian bridges, island walkways, and panoramic lake views. The splash pad, playgrounds, and paved trails make it a perfect family outing.
Veterans Memorial Park
LeesburgMemorial park in Leesburg honoring military veterans with monuments, memorial displays, and a quiet space for reflection.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8087
Mount DoraVFW Post 8087 in Mt Dora, FL, offers a community space for veterans and their families.
Victory Pointe
ClermontCommunity park and green space in Clermont providing recreation and outdoor enjoyment for families.
Vietnamese American Buddhist Association
LeesburgAlso known as Dai Niem Xu Thien Vien (Satipatthana Meditation Center), this serene 21-acre Buddhist sanctuary features a Holy Garden with ten stations of Buddhas representing different stages of his life. Open to visitors of all faiths, the center offers Vipassana meditation practice, mindfulness retreats, and a peaceful escape surrounded by nature just off Highway 27 near Leesburg.