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Are you ready to explore Central Florida?Looking for fun? Central Florida’s Polk County has you covered. A wide array of things to do and see, including attractions, local restaurants, nature parks and hiking trails, boutique shops and museums.
Central Florida’s Polk County is conveniently located between Orlando and Tampa, and an easy drive to Central Florida attractions and the Gulf and Atlantic beaches. Polk County offers something for everyone, including Florida’s newest attractions, LEGOLAND Florida Resort and Safari Wilderness; and some of Florida’s most historic; including Bok Tower Gardens, Westgate River Ranch Resort (the Southeast’s largest dude ranch), and Frank Lloyd Wright’s 13 structures at Florida Southern College. With 554 fresh water lakes, the area offers great fishing, adventurous airboat eco tours and exciting water sports. Wonderful parks, preserves and trails captivate visitors with Polk County’s natural beauty.
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Welcome to Polk County, Florida’s Sweetest Spot for epic outdoor adventures, incredible eats and Sunshine State attractions! Here, you can experience the best that Lakeland and Winter Haven have to offer while escaping the crowds found in larger cities. From wide open spaces to exhilarating thrill rides at nearby theme parks, we have it all. Let us help you plan a Central Florida vacation.
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From incredible outdoor adventures to legendary attractions, there’s always something fun to explore in Florida’s Sweetest Spot.
EVENTS
Looking for even more fun in Florida’s Sweetest Spot? Check out our upcoming featured events for 2023.
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Spring Bloom at Bok Tower Gardens
Spring Bloom is the most colorful time of the year at Bok Tower Gardens as…
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PirateFest Weekends at LEGOLAND Florida
See LEGOLAND® Florida Resort’s Brickbeard’s Watersports Stunt Show during PirateFest Weekends.
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Saturday Night Rodeo
Yee-haw! 8 seconds may not seem like a long time, but when you're watching a…
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Spring Training Day Lead-Off
Central Florida's Welcome Center celebrates Spring Training with prize giveaways, attraction ticket specials and more.
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Taste of Winter Haven
Taste of Winter Haven is an evening event focused on giving the community an opportunity…
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Tiger BBQ
Join us in welcoming back our Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium with…
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Detroit Tigers Spring Training
Catch at Detroit Tigers Spring Training game in Lakeland this March.
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SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo
SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is one of the world's largest annual aviation events. This…
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Valentine’s Day in Central Florida
With the day of love quickly approaching, it is that time to book appointments, make reservations, and solidify your plans...
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Spring Bloom at Bok Tower Gardens
Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales celebrates a new season with spring blooming tours, music and more. Spring Bloom Festival...
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SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo
SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is BACK for its 49th year in 2023 and we are excited about this highly...
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Take Me Out to the Ball Game at Tigertown
The 2023 MLB season won’t be long coming around and Tigertown in Lakeland, Florida, is gearing up for the Detroit...
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Barbecue Festivals in Central Florida
A new year signals the return of barbecue festivals in Central Florida. You’ll find several opportunities to experience mouthwatering barbecue...
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Family-Friendly Central Florida Spring Break Ideas
We’ve put together a Top 10 Family-Friendly Central Florida Spring Break Ideas for 2023. We hope to see you and...
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See our featured special offers and discounts from a range of hotels and local attractions. Purchase Discount Attraction Tickets or sign up for our exclusive Polk Savings Pass for even greater savings.

PLAYcation Package
Build your ultimate vacation, staycation or PLAYcation with a vacation package that combines the fun of the LEGOLAND®…
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Visit Central Florida Exclusive Rate!
Get 18% off the best available rate at the stunning Courtyard Winter Haven. Just across from Peppa Pig…
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Save up to 30% on Your Next Getaway!
Ring INN the new year with an unforgettable family vacation and save up to 30 percent when you…
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Craft Beer Savings
Get sweet craft beer savings and win awesome prizes with the Adventure on Tap: Craft Beer Pass!
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Book Early & Save 20%
Change your latitude to paradise at Camp Margaritaville RV Resort and Cabana Cabins in Auburndale, Central Florida! Receive…
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Save 30% on Mid-Week Stays
Save 30% if you check in on Sunday, Monday or Tuesday and stay 3 nights or more, in…
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