Location: Lakeland
Top Things to do in Lakeland
10 Outdoor Activities in Lakeland That You Shouldn't Miss
Lakeland is a city in Polk County, Florida, located along Interstate 4 east of Tampa. The westernmost city in Polk County, it is part of the Tampa Bay Area. According to the 2013 U.S. Census Bureau estimate, the city had a population of 100,710. Lakeland is a principal city of the Lakeland–Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area (coterminous with Polk County), which had an estimated population of 623,009 in July 2013 based on data from the University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research. It is twinned with Richmond Hill, Ontario; Imabari, Ehime, Japan; Bălți, Moldova; Portmore, Jamaica; and Chongming County, Shanghai, China through the Lakeland chapter of Sister Cities International.
Restaurants in Lakeland
1. Safari Wilderness
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 860 reviews
Tours daily BY RESERVATION ONLY. Have you ever dreamed of going on an authentic safari? At Safari Wilderness, you will enjoy fresh air year-round as enormous birds soar overhead. Our knowledgeable and experienced guides will tour you through 260 acres, interacting with huge herds of wetland exotic species, Watusi cattle, and Haflinger horses in custom safari vehicles, fitted with shade canopies and stadium seating. Or book a camelback or horseback game viewing safari tour. A llama trek is also available. Indulge your senses in a ring-tailed lemur feeding. Safari Wilderness is a Florida agritourism project. Located 6 mi. north of I-4 between Orlando and Tampa in an expansive and pristine wilderness area.
Reviewed By kathyfromSeminole - Seminole, United States
Thank you for showing us a great time. Amanda, our tour guide was friendly and a wealth of information about the property, the wildlife and their care — which was evident as we got up close and personal to the different herds. Amanda made sure we got great photo opportunities as we were able to feed a great variety of animals. The personal time with the lemurs and coatis was really fun as they climbed all over us looking for their next treat. Well worth the admission price! We will be back with friends and family. One of the best tours in Florida and privately owned and operated. Admission price helps to take care of the animals. Will come again in a heartbeat.
2. Flying Fish Aviation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Are you looking for a different way to experience St Thomas? Are you having trouble deciding what to do? Would you like to spend some time on the water, tour the island, or have an unforgettable adventure? Try a Seaplane Tour! Our tours depart from the Charlotte Amalie waterfront right across from the vendor's plaza, near the USCG station. Step aboard our 25-foot pontoon boat, Flight Center 1, and relax as you motor out to meet the airplane in the harbor. Then climb into our Cessna 185 floatplane, where everyone gets a window seat, for an amazing trip around St Thomas at 500 feet! Not only will you get to see all the sites sunny St Thomas has to offer, but you will get a look at some other stunning Virgins as well! Upon splashing back down in the harbor, you will enjoy a leisurely boat ride back to the waterfront seawall. Seaplane tours are available October-April! If flying isn't your thing, we offer historic harbor tours with our comfortable pontoon boats! Boat tours are about an hour long and are a great way to soak up the history and sights of Charlotte Amalie harbor. Available year round.
3. YMCA Par 3 Golf Course
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
We are the YMCA Par 3, Home of The First Tee of Lakeland- part of the YMCA of West Central Florida Association. Our facility is a 9 hole, par 3 course with 3 practice greens (2 bunkers) and a full scale driving range. The driving range, practice greens and 3 holes are lighted.
4. The Club at Eaglebrooke
5. Big Cypress Golf Club
6. Holloway Park
7. University Boulevard/Research Way Trails
8. Tenoroc Fish Management Area
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 24 reviews
Conservation area with five lakes, excellent fishing and birding trails.
Reviewed By DeborahH573 - Lakeland, United States
Many times I go fishing at Tenoroc. many areas to choose from. Always check in 1st, have license and enjoy
9. Cleveland Heights Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 35 reviews
10. Lake Crago Outdoor Recreation Complex
Lake Crago is a multi-purpose complex that offers indoor and outdoor recreational activities to the public at an affordable cost.
