Top Things to do in Central Florida
Top Hotels in Central Florida
- 1. Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Surfside Inn and Suites
- 2. Universal’s Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites
- 3. Holiday Inn Orlando - Disney Springs Area, An IHG Hotel
- 4. Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort
- 5. Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek
- 6. Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando
- 7. Holiday Inn Orlando - Disney Springs Area, An IHG Hotel
- 8. Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
- 9. Hyatt Regency Orlando
- 10. Avanti International Resort
Things to do in Central Florida, Central Florida: The Best Wineries & Vineyards
Discover the best top things to do in Central Florida, United States including Secret Gardens Winery & Farm, Lake Seneca Farm, Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, Quantum Leap Winery, The Corkscrew Winery, Hutchinson Farm Winery, Island Grove Wine Company at Formosa Gardens, Katya Vineyards, Dragon Flower Winery, Henscratch Farms Vineyard & Winery.
Restaurants in Central Florida
1. Secret Gardens Winery & Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
A Family Owned Winery & Farm. A vineyard was planted in Spring 2019 and will self produce Muscadine Wines by 2022. Come try one of our 7 different wines made on property. Enjoy the beautiful scenery on our covered patio and a glass of wine and a cheese plate. Our beautiful blue barn doubles as a venue rental and right now a farm store that carries Amish made goodies.
Reviewed By joannawI8987DE
We had my Mother in Law’s birthday party at Secret Garden Winery. It was fantastic!! We had it catered with a plated dinner and had a wine tasting and their wines were fantastic!!! The hospitality was outstanding and Lexi was so helpful planning the event. Our entire family had a wonderful experience! Thank you so much!!!
2. Lake Seneca Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
3. Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 830 reviews
Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards opened its doors in February 1989 in Clermont, Florida and sits on a 127-acre estate in gently rolling countryside some 25 miles west of downtown Orlando. This area was once the center of the State's grape industry. After years of phenomenal growth, Lakeridge ranks as Florida's largest premium winery, and remains a pioneer in the development of table and sparkling wines from muscadine and hybrid grapes. Vintage-dated varietals from hybrids such as Stover and Blanc Du Bois are produced and marketed along with blended and sparkling wines from native Muscadine grapes.More than 110,000 people are expected to visit the winery annually, enjoying its extensive tasting room, festivals and gift shop. With an overall production of over 80,000 cases, that's over 960,000 bottles. Lakeridge Wines are sold under the Lakeridge and Lakeridge Reserve brands wines at the winery and at major supermarkets and wine shops throughout Florida . Together, these labels have won more than 700 awards for excellence in winemaking. Complimentary Winery tours and wine tasting are offered 7 days a week; Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Reviewed By 354cindyb - Dixon, United States
Love this winery great music inside and outside has food vendors outside and cheese and meat trays inside. Wine tasting is fun and inside gift shop is very nice. They also have very nice events.
4. Quantum Leap Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By montonij - Charlotte, United States
We knocked off Florida as our 25th State on our quest 50 states 50 wineries. We had a few days at the Epcot Todd and wine festival and heard about quantum leap We knew they did not grow their own grapes but were making some very interesting wines. We were not disappointed. Great facility funky neighborhood with some fantastic restaurants. Worth checking out
5. The Corkscrew Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
We are a unique winery and brewery, that also can help you ferment your own products. We also offer group wine making classes, Paint and Sip classes, wine and beer bar, live music, and a venue for private events. We are a great spot for quiet date nights, family gatherings, team-building exercises, customer appreciation parties, and corporate events.
Reviewed By kbrown23
This was worth the trip up to Ocala from Orlando. We learned so much about the wine-making process with this fun, hands-on, interactive experience. Plus, if you enjoy different wine/beer/cider, this is your place because most of what they offer to drink is what they tinker with. The owner & staff are so personable and just the best kind of people. You can tell he loves what he does. I wish it was closer so I could go more easily.
6. Hutchinson Farm Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By jlw0lf - Huntsville, United States
We spent a wonderful afternoon with John H. at the wine tasting. He educated us about the grapes that will grow in FL soils and the efforts underway to develop hybrids. He also explained about their efforts to blend various wines and create their brand. His stories were entertaining and it was obvious he loves what he does. they also shipped our purchases so we didn't have to try to figure out how to get them onto the airplane with us. This was without a doubt, the most enjoyable wine tasting we've ever experienced.
7. Island Grove Wine Company at Formosa Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Island Grove Wine Company at Formosa Gardens is a family-friendly agritourism destination. Tour our wine-making area and taste unique fruit wines, traditional grape wines, and local craft beers. Explore our 7+ acres of botanical gardens. Host business meetings and classes here. Formosa Winery is also a wedding venue, with a variety of outdoor and indoor event spaces.
Reviewed By GlasgowWeegie
Saw a sign for this and after reading reviews popped in at lunchtime. So glad we did. The wine tasting experience which you can chose to do was interesting and the wines were delicious and varied. We loved sharing a cheese plate and Caprese Salad. The salad was so fresh and flavoursome and the cheese board was perfect and generous. It was so good to have something fresh good to look at . The staff were welcoming and there is an interesting array of gifts to purchase as well as the wine to purchase. A calm and lovely place to visit.
8. Katya Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Katya Vineyards is North Central Florida's Premier Boutique Winery and Fine Eatery. Family owned and operated, The Katya Family showcases their own handcrafted wines as well as selections from around the world. Executive Chef Tony Deras updates his menu weekly to include the freshest and most seasonal ingredients available.
Reviewed By marquemarksthespot - Bradenton, United States
How do I begin to explain the experience that I have just experienced at Katya Vineyards… We were greeted immediately by father Katya (David Sokol) like we were new friends, then ushered to a perfect table decorated for the occasion with a lovely welcoming note for my birthday. A Knights Templar standing ceremoniously at the ready. We were "catered-to" by Katya (Katherine), namesake and daughter to the restaurateurs, and her cohort Damani, soft spoken and eager to please. We shared the restaurant with other patrons, but it felt like we were their only table - that's what I mean by "catered-to", not just served. The menu choices were mesmerizing and tantalizing. We decided on variations of the four course pre fix with the wine compliment - after all, who could possibly decide on one’s birthday? My husband ordered the opposite of myself so I could taste everything...do you get the feeling I'm a foodie? We gave Katya and Damani our orders, then Katya asked us about wine. I thought we would have what was printed on the menu, like it or not, which we were prepared to give a try for better or worse. Katya didn’t make any assumptions and asked us what kind of wine we liked. Disguised as a soothsayer of wine sorts on Halloween night, she made masterful choices that I didn’t even know I would like. I might not tell you every item of every course - since Chef Tony Deras changes his menu weekly, which in itself is mind boggling - but without further ado, I'll do my best. My first course, a pear and four-cheese pasta purse - delicate and unexpected - paired with a perfect Marfil cava - tiny bubbles, not too sweet,not too dry, “just right” said Goldilocks. For his first course, my husband ordered the fresh Burrata on a crisp lightly fried eggplant with a tomato cream - and let me tell you, this is when my pulse began to rise - I must have eaten half of my husband's appetizer....andjokingly cursed the chef knowing this eggplant appetizer was gone to me forever as we live hours away. My second course, a freshly picked(at least it tasted like it) baby green salad with a dressing I have never tasted the likes of - notes of citrus,not tart or acidic, and herbs well blended, never knowing where one stops or begins. If I had a lid for the dressing, that cute little decanter would have found itss way in my purse!. My husband's second choice, a pumpkin bisque with candied bacon and just the right dashes of white truffle. Now I have to say, I always complain I dislike pumpkin -, well, well, whose got pumpkin on her face now? Would it be inappropriate to have a lipsmacking emoji? My third course, a roasted duck on fresh egg pappardelle in pumpkin saffron cream - yeah, yeah keep you're snark to yourself. The duck accompanied by pumpkin saffron cream was flavorful and at the perfect temperature and doneness. Clearly, Chef Deras needs to make all my pumpkin dishes. My husband had the scallops on pumpkin mascarpone ravioli for his third course. I must say, other than killing (bad choice of words?) your scallop by overcooking, I feel like you can't do tons with the flavor, but not this chef. If you close your eyes, and bite into his scallops, they are like a fine wine-a beautiful top note that I haven't tasted anywhere else, followed by meaty and tender, then straight down my craw. At this point, I'm pretty sure Chef Tony is a masterful magician, the Dumbledore type, creating secret concoctions, infusions, and creamy truffle spells. I felt like I was having food and wine orgasms (for those more modest, squeaks and shrills) - my shreaks after the first delectable bite of every dish imbibing on each new sip of wine or champagne. I was glad we were in a small, cozy spot in the room close to live music, under the protection of the poor Knight. For dessert, my husband indulged in the dark chocolate and roasted peanut layer cake. It didn't take Mr.Peanutbutter-Addiction any time to make his choice. I had the creme brule' cheesecake, it was subtle, airy, and creamy. My husband said it best, "It's the journey of a cheese cake, in every bite". My only regrets... realizing that I would never be able to recreate any of these incredible dishes, not even the damn eggplant, and that I had to walk out the door and leave the magical magician Chef Tony Deras and Katya Deras, the soothsayer of wine, behind me.
9. Dragon Flower Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By peachysue8107 - Lutz, United States
What a amazing winery. The bartender was very friendly and explained all the types of wine they make. The owner was very friendly and was very proud of his winery. One of my favorite wines was the raspberry which was very tasty. Went home with 5 bottles.
10. Henscratch Farms Vineyard & Winery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By doug33351 - Tamarac, United States
My wife & I stopped here after visiting Sugar Sand Distillery to check out the Jams and Jellies. We ended up getting a Strawberry Preserve that was SOOO delicious! We will be stopping in again on our next trip!
