What to do and see in DeLand, Florida (FL): The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

April 2, 2022 Nobuko Falco

DeLand is a city in the U.S. state of Florida. It is the county seat of Volusia County. The city sits approximately 34 miles (55 km) north of the central business district of Orlando, and approximately 23 miles (37 km) west of the central business district of Daytona Beach. As of the 2010 U.S. Census, the city had a population of 27,031. It is a part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, FL metropolitan statistical area, which was home to 590,289 people as of the 2010 census.
Restaurants in DeLand

1. Stetson University

DeLand, FL +1 386-822-7000 http://www.stetson.edu/home
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Stetson University

This university is interesting architecturally and historically.

Reviewed By K1057NOrebeccaj - DeLand, United States

Stetson campus has great opportunities for those who wish to attend college, it's located on woodland Blvd downtown Deland., with a stadium less than 1\2 mile with great entertainment each weekend for all ages.

2. Airboat and Gator Charters

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Airboat and Gator Charters

Airboat and Gator Charters offers Year-Round, Private Airboat Tours just outside of Daytona Beach, Florida on tributaries of the St.John's River. Launching from Deleon Springs, Florida. Passengers should expect to see a vast array of Florida's wildlife, including alligators, manatees and bald eagles. All tours and charters require a reservation. Also offering Public water alligator hunts and bowfishing charters.

3. Blue Heron River Tours

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Blue Heron River Tours

We operate a 45 foot, 49 passenger Coast Guard licensed tour boat out of St. John’s marina and KOA in deland Florida

4. Melching Field

555 S Woodland Blvd Conrad Park, DeLand, FL 32720-5857 +1 386-740-5800 http://www.deland.org/pages/delandfl_parks/Parks/Conrad
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Melching Field

5. Captain Jed’s Airboats

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Captain Jed’s Airboats

We offer Airboat Rides along the backwaters of the St Johns River. Typically we see alligators, manatees and an assortment of wild birds including, Egrets, Herons and sometimes Bald Eagles.

6. Reptile Discovery Center

2710 Big John Dr, DeLand, FL 32724-4000 +1 386-740-9143 http://www.reptilediscoverycenter.com
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Reptile Discovery Center

Large collection of venomous snakes and live venom extraction program twice daily. Nature trail, picnic facilities. Open Thurs-Sunday.

Reviewed By E8097OCjamesc - DeLand, United States

Been here a few times. Small, but very cool. Awesome exhibit to walk through inside as well as doing the snake venom extraction. Very intense and fun, but safe. They also bring out different reptiles for the kids and adults to touch and hold. Another little hidden gem in Deland that people have to check out with the kiddos

7. Stetson Mansion

1031 Camphor Ln, DeLand, FL 32720-5003 +1 386-873-0167 [email protected] http://www.stetsonmansion.com
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Stetson Mansion

Stetson Mansion is a spectacular Victorian mansion built for famed hat maker and philanthropist John B Stetson in 1886. Situated right between Orlando and Daytona in DeLand makes it convenient for all visiting the central Florida area. This is Florida's first luxury estate and houses some of the most beautiful and intricate parquet floors in the world. The mansion is one of the first homes in the world to be designed and built with Edison electricity. The owners have painstakingly renovated every square inch of the 10,000 sq foot masterpiece while incorporating today's modern conveniences. All this was done without compromising the architectural or historical integrity. Every room on every one of the three floors is magnificently decorated and every room features a different style floor and window design There is Reservations are required $20-$30 per person and children are $15. Payment is cash at the door and we do charge applicable sales tax. See you at the Mansion!!

Reviewed By marypY1979HE

Had the pleasure of touring the Stetson Mansion, today (Jan4th, 2019), amazing architecture, the decadent Christmas Decorations, with thought to every detail and theme, loved all the nativity sets, and particularly appreciated the salute to our Military, Veterans and Families..and last but not least our tour guide Sue, and greatly appreciated her love and knowledge, not only of the home, the Stetson Family, but the very generous current owners..Don't Miss it!

8. Skydive DeLand

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Skydive DeLand

Skydive DeLand was established in 1982 and is known as the Skydiving Capital of the World. We are open every day of the year and our customers, from beginners to professionals, make thousands of jumps each year. Skydive DeLand offers two popular methods for beginners to make their first skydive. The Tandem Skydive, which is the safest and fastest way for a first timer to make a jump, and the Accelerated Free Fall program (AFF) which teaches people to become certified skydivers. Skydive DeLand has a full-service restaurant and bar on site, The Perfect Spot, which offers great food and a fun atmosphere every day of the week. Come in, relax, and watch the skydivers through the glass wall or on the deck while you grab a bite to eat.

9. Great Tasting Tours

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Great Tasting Tours

Great Tasting Tours provides guided tasting tours that explore the historic town of DeLand. Entertaining tour guides introduce participants to an eclectic mix of excellent restaurants, unusual shops, local attractions, and end the tour at a local wine bar or microbrewery. Tours begin at $59 per person for Thursday & Saturday, Sip & Shop Tours. Wednesday & Saturday, Sweet & Savory Tours are $79 per person, and Friday, Brews & Browse Tours are $69 per person. Go directly to our Bookings page, https://greattastingtours.com/events/ to select the tour of your choice. Be aware we are unable to give refunds. If for some reason, extenuating circumstances arise and you are unable to make your scheduled tour, a rain check date MAY be able to be arranged. Please email your tour guides and leave a message letting us know your contact information and what date you are interested in rescheduling.

10. St. Johns River Heritage River Tours

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St. Johns River Heritage River Tours

St. Johns River Tours near Deland, FL. aboard a Coast Guard inspected 35 passenger tour boat with bathroom aboard. Tours are conducted by licensed Coast Guard Captains who know the history of the area and the wildlife that abound. Two hour narrated tours depart from Hontoon Landing Resort & Marina. Tours are operated every day except Monday and Tuesday, and depart at 10AM and 1PM. The Tour is a nature lover's paradise. You will see alligators, anhinga osprey, Great Egrets, Ibis, Great Blue Heron, turtles, frequent sightings of manatee, and much more. On part of the trip, you will see the Old Florida in the same pristine condition it has been over the centuries. There will be pauses for photos and discussion of the wildlife encountered. Rates - $28 per person, Children (Age 3-12- $18) (Age 2 and under - Free) (Groups of 10 or more - $20.) Hontoon also offers 18 Riverside Rooms and Suites, Pontoon and Fishing Boat Rentals, Ship's Store and Dockside Deli.

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