Bartow is known for its small city heritage and distinctive Southern culture, and is appropriately nicknamed, “City of Oaks and Azaleas.”
Things to Do
Polk County History Center
Housed in a 1908 courthouse, this museum showcases the history of Polk County. Galleries rotate exhibits every two months. Includes…
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Wonder House Historic Tours
The rebuilding and remodeling of the Wonder House was covered by episode 9 of the Netflix show Amazing Interiors. Owners…
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Golden Ridge Groves
Golden Ridge Groves is a new family-owned citrus grove offering U-pick grapefruit, oranges, strawberries, and sunflowers. Enjoy fresh ice cream,…
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L.B. Brown House Museum
Former slave, L.B. Brown, built this house turned museum in 1892. Guided tours of the L.B. Brown House Museum are…
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BMB Farms
BMB Farm is a u-pick blueberry farm between Bartow and Eagle Lake with the occasional addition of other u-pick fruits…
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Bartow Airbase History Museum
Visit Bartow Airbase Museum top see memorabilia from WWII when this complex was the Bartow Army Air Field, and from…
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African-American Heritage Museum
Learn about the importance of the African American historical legacy within the region of Central Florida, and beyond.
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Bartow Golf Course
Bartow Golf Course is not extremely long, but locals say it can be sneaky. If you are not careful, you…
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Mosaic Peace River Park
This park offers visitors a short walk through shaded areas south of Bartow.
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Front Page Brewing Co.
Front Page Brewing Co. is a craft brewery in historic downtown Bartow. Located in the former home Bartow's newspaper, Polk…
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