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29 Best and Fun Things To Do In Lake Mary, Florida


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Situated to the north of Orlando in eastern Florida, Lake Mary is a major city renowned for its excellent education, secure neighborhoods, and abundance of choices for shopping and leisure activities. It is conveniently located less than an hour away from the beach and just over 20 minutes from Orlando, making it a perfect destination for exploring.

The community has plenty of attractions to keep visitors entertained all year long, including the Lake Mary Museum, Soldiers Creek Park, and Planet Obstacle. Visitors can also enjoy many of the area’s restaurants, shops, and other businesses.

Those looking for something a little more active can go hiking at the Cross Seminole Trailhead, in Big Tree Park. Families traveling with kids may also enjoy a visit to Trailblazer Park, home to picnic areas, splash pads, and playgrounds.

For more fun things to do in Lake Mary, Florida, read our list below

The 29 Most Popular Things To Do In Lake Mary, Florida

29. Little Wekiva River

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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28. Belle City Amusement

4.0 ★★★★☆ (4 reviews)

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Location: 1901 FL 419 Longwood FL

Web Address:   http://bellecityamusements.com/

27. Wilson’s Landing Park

5.0 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

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Location: 379 Malekean Trail Sanford FL

Tel:  407 271 5509

26. Hidden Lake

4.2 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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25. Seminole Aerial Adventures

3.8 ★★★★☆ (9 reviews)

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Credit: Seminole Aerial Adventures, Google Maps

Location: 3755 W Seminole Blvd Sanford FL

Tel:  407 323 4450

Web Address:   http://centralfloridazoo.org/saa

24. Florida Trail Bear Pond Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ (90 reviews)

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Location: 31852 Wekiva River Road Sorrento FL

Web Address:   https://fs.usda.gov/fnst

23. Wekiva Outfitters

4.8 ★★★★★ (107 reviews)

Location: 262 Wekiva Park Dr Sanford FL

Tel:  407 902 4324

Web Address:   http://wekivaoutfitters.com/

22. Soldiers Creek Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (124 reviews)

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Credit: Soldiers Creek Park, Google Maps

Location: 2400 FL 419 Longwood FL

Tel:  407 665 2199

Web Address:   http://teamsideline.com/soldierscreek

21. Groveview Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (146 reviews)

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Location: 324 Springview Dr #246 Sanford FL

20. Lake Jesup Wilderness Area

4.3 ★★★★☆ (178 reviews)

Location: 5951 Sanford Ave Sanford FL

Tel:  407 665 2001

Web Address:   https://seminolecountyfl.gov/locations/301551-Lake-Jesup-Park.stml

19. Katie’s Landing at Wekiva River

4.6 ★★★★★ (209 reviews)

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Location: 262 Wekiva Park Dr Sanford FL

Tel:  407 884 2009

Web Address:   https://floridastateparks.org/park/lower-wekiva-river

18. Overlook Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (250 reviews)

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Location: 28deg42’02 81deg14’17 1988 Spring Ave Oviedo FL

Tel:  407 665 2001

Web Address:   http://seminolecountyfl.gov/locations/301555-Overlook-Park.stml

17. Black Bear Wilderness Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ (324 reviews)

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Location: 5298 Michigan Ave Sanford FL

Tel:  407 665 2211

Web Address:   http://seminolecountyfl.gov/locations/Black-Bear-Wilderness-Area.stml

16. Hindu Society of Central Florida

4.7 ★★★★★ (368 reviews)

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Location: 1994 E Lake Dr Casselberry FL

Tel:  407 699 5277

Web Address:   https://orlandohindutemple.org/

15. Mike Kirby Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (410 reviews)

Location: 2199 Oregon Ave Sanford FL

Tel:  407 688 5103

Web Address:   http://sanfordfl.gov/

14. Greenwood Lakes Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (433 reviews)

Location: 660 Green Way Blvd Lake Mary FL

Tel:  407 665 2180

13. Sylvan Lake Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (456 reviews)

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Location: 845 Lake Markham Road Sanford FL

Tel:  407 665 2180

Web Address:   http://seminolecountyfl.gov/departments-services/leisure-services/parks-recreation/programs-events/sylvan-lake-park/

12. Lake Monroe Wayside Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (545 reviews)

Location: 4150 Hwy 17 Sanford FL

Tel:  407 665 2001

11. Black Bear Wilderness Area

4.7 ★★★★★ (615 reviews)

Location: 5301 Michigan Ave Sanford FL

Tel:  407 665 0000

Web Address:   https://seminolecountyfl.gov/locations/black-bear-wilderness-area.stml

10. Sanlando Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (833 reviews)

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Location: 401 W Highland Street Altamonte Springs FL

Tel:  407 665 2100

Web Address:   http://teamsideline.com/sanlandopark

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9. Cross Seminole Trail

5.0 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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8. Lake Mary Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (42 reviews)

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Location: 158 N Country Club Road Lake Mary FL

Tel:  407 585 1481

Web Address:   http://lakemarymuseum.com/

7. Museum of Seminole County History

4.7 ★★★★★ (84 reviews)

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Location: 300 Eslinger Way Sanford FL

Tel:  407 665 2489

Web Address:   http://seminolecountyfl.gov/museum/

6. Lake Mary Farmer’s Market

4.5 ★★★★★ (173 reviews)

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Location: 100 N Country Club Road Lake Mary FL

Tel:  407 585 1421

Web Address:   http://lakemaryfl.com/farmers-market

5. Trailblazer Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (302 reviews)

Location: 550 Rantoul Ln Lake Mary FL

Tel:  407 585 1400

Web Address:   http://lakemaryfl.com/lake-mary-sports-complex/pages/trailblazer-park-at-the-lake-mary-sports-complex

4. Big Tree Park – Cross Seminole Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ (521 reviews)

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Credit: Cross Seminole Trail – Big Tree Park, Google Maps

Location: 761 General Hutchison Pkwy Longwood FL

Tel:  407 665 2001

Web Address:   http://seminolecountyfl.gov/locations/Big-Tree-Park.stml

3. Spring Hammock Preserve

4.6 ★★★★★ (691 reviews)

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Location: Sanford FL

Web Address:   https://seminolecountyfl.gov/locations/Spring-Hammock-Preserve.stml

2. Planet Obstacle – World’s Largest Indoor Obstacle Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,770 reviews)

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Credit: Planet Obstacle – World’s Largest Indoor Obstacle Park, Google Maps

Location: 1150 Emma Oaks Trail #100 Lake Mary FL

Tel:  407 233 3750

Web Address:   http://planetobstacle.com/

1. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

4.3 ★★★★☆ (7,161 reviews)

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Location: 3755 W Seminole Blvd Sanford FL

Tel:  407 323 4450

Web Address:   http://centralfloridazoo.org/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Lake Mary, Florida! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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