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The best of Winter Park

Looking for things to do in Winter Park? There’s a ton of things to see, do, and discover in one of the most charming cities in Central Florida.

Here are the best of them:

  1. Shops, restaurants, and more at Park Avenue

    If you’ve never been to Winter Park, Park Avenue is the best place to start. It’s the city’s main commercial district and its vibrant centerpiece.

     

    Charming old-timey storefronts line wide, tree-lined streets. Boutiques yield unique finds, from fashion and accessories, to art, antiques, and jewelry.

     

    There’s a thriving food scene as well, featuring more than 40 casual and fine dining restaurants, trendy cafes, dessert shops and bakeries, and places committed to using ingredients sourced from local producers.

  2. The Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour

    Tour the city aboard a delightful pontoon boat. The Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour offers you and up to 17 of your friends a guided tour of the city along two manmade canals and three of Winter Park’s seven beautiful chain of lakes.

     

    It’s a wonderful opportunity to discover the city’s natural beauty and get to know more about Winter Park’s attractions. It’s scenic, relaxing, and fun with friends and family.

     

    The boat ride is also a great way to learn about Winter Park’s chain of lakes, including the leisure and recreational activities they offer. Aside from boating, the lakes are a popular water ski destination, and great for canoeing and kayaking.

  3. Art galleries, history museums,and theaters

    There’s more to Winter Park than its nearby theme parks. The city’s art galleries and museums house excellent collections that range from antiquities to contemporary art.
     
    To begin your exploration, head to:

    • Cornell Fine Arts Museum. It holds over 5,000 incredible historic and contemporary artworks. It’s also home to the only European Old Masters collection in the region.

    • Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art. This is home to the most comprehensive collection of works by Louis Comfort Tiffany, best known for his work on stained glass and well-known exponent of Art Nouveau.

    Winter Park is also home to performance arts heavyweights.

    • Winter Park Playhouse produces musical comedies, dramas and cabarets and is the only one of its kind in Central Florida.

    • Bach Festival Society of Winter Park is one of the oldest performance arts groups in the US and is internationally renowned.
  4. Events and holidays

    Winter Park’s calendar bristles with events, giving residents and visitors something to look forward to each month.
     
    Some of the best annual events include:

    • Park Avenue Sip, Shop and Stroll wine walk showcases the seasonal offering from the best shops and restaurants in Park Avenue. It happens one night every September and November.

    • Taste of Winter Park gathers 40 of the top chefs, caterers, bakers, and confectioners in Florida for an incredible evening at the Winter Park Farmers Market. The event occurs in April.

    Winter Park is also popular for its Spring and Autumn Art Festivals, Christmas Parades, exotic car shows, and more.

  5. Parks, gardens and golf courses

    A list of Winter Park’s best wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the city’s incredible parks and gardens.

    • Relax and enjoy the fountains and lush surroundings of Central Park in the heart of Downtown.

    • Witness the diverse natural beauty of Mead Botanical Garden.

    • Plan your visit to the Kraft Azalea Garden from January through March to see the flowers in full bloom.

If you want to learn about the real estate options in Winter Park, call (407) 540-7040.

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