Highlight of my trip to Orlando. I'm not into the overstimulation that Orlando is famous for, if…read moreyou're looking for a little peaceful contemplation and relaxation come here for a leisurely stroll. There are interesting and tasteful sculptures distributed among the well planned horticulture. I love this park. There are a couple of ancient Oak trees. I'm sad to see the native green anoles are being over run by the invasive brown anoles, but they are both cute. The perfect break if you're in town for a busy convention or meeting. If you're coming to visit the art museum, plan on an hour or so to stroll through this park.

This community park is next to a short trail thats in between apartments, houses, business…read morebuilding. This a park without a playground however with unique art sculptures. Right next to the museum. The grounds are kept up nicely. I haven't seen many cyclists, however you find people walking and running near the trail

My partner introduced me to this nursery today and I immediately fell in love. Such a huge…read moreselection of plants at a reasonable price. We were looking for a present for a fellow plant loving friend and ended up leaving with about 10 plants total for all of us. The cashier was very friendly also. Also for plant lovers it's located down the road from Harry P. Leu Gardens. Looking forward to my next plant shopping trip.

This is my favorite garden store! They have a huge selection of flowers, vegetables, fruit trees,…read moreand herbs. The staff is incredibly friendly and always willing to help, they gave me great advice on which herbs were in season and which plants were about to bolt. They also carry a beautiful selection of curated goods like planters and home décor. There's even a shed in the middle of the garden filled with unique inquests! Plant lovers will absolutely love this place.

Such a nice hidden urban oasis tucked away in a neighborhood. I almost forgot I was only 10 minutes…read morefrom downtown Orlando! It's a quiet, easy 0.5-mile trail that's clearly loved and respected by the local community, and it's well maintained for a safe, enjoyable walk. The trail takes you beneath the historic masonry street bridge, with winding creeks, charming wooden bridges, and giant elephant ear plants along the way. It was such a fun place to explore on a Saturday evening. I'll definitely be back in March to see the azaleas in bloom. Good to know: there's convenient parking across the street at the adjacent Mayor Carl T. Langford Park, which also has additional amenities.

What a sweet little park to enjoy a short walk, a picnic or to partake in bird watching. There are…read morebenches here and there to sit on. Would be a nice spot with the right eye to take photos. The oaks are old and hold so much wisdom. The hard part is finding where to park. The only spot is on the side of the road. I saw people walking dogs through the park too. It's shaded and if you want sun, there are parts that the sun shines through. Enjoy!

Smart name with both beer and wine in the name! This cool little hole in the wall behind Washburn…read moreImports on Virginia avenue was a cool little spot. They had a handful of draft beers and another handful of packaged brewskis too. The selections weren't extensive but they were on the crafty side. They did have my favorite beer ever (Weihenstephaner) in a can which was awesome and they even poured it into a branded glass. And like a Mike Tyson opponent in the early 90's, it went down quick! Ahhhhh... What stood out to me was the awesome service. The two ladies behind the bar quickly recognized when I needed another, and another, and another, and another, and another, and another, and were quick to offer another libation.

Not gonna lie: I had not been here in ages. Possibly several years. Wandered in with friends after…read moreattending a flamenco performance at Timacua Arts. Same great ambiance here as always. My cheese plate was delicious. So was the wine. My fave local gypsy jazz band was playing and people of all ages were swing dancing. It was a pretty magical night.

Had never heard of End End Market until this recent trip I took and some locals a.k.a. my…read morecolleagues who live here told me about it. They have a good variety of restaurants and a couple shops. It's a lot more chill than other places in Orlando I feel like, and seems to be mainly locals rather than tourists. We came for breakfast and I got Lineage Coffee, Papi's Burritos, and Gideon's Cookies. We sat outside and there's plenty of seating and open air concept outside. I would definitely come back here again!

I found out about East End Market from the show Somebody Feed Phil and I have to say it does feel…read morelike a hidden gem. It has such a strong local vibe and it is cool to see a mix of smaller vendors alongside some more well known food spots. That said there are a few things worth noting. First, seating can be a challenge. There is plenty of outdoor seating but not much indoors. The day we went it was pretty hot and sitting outside was not the most enjoyable experience at times. Second, I fully support spending money at local businesses but the tipping culture here felt a bit excessive. I bought a bag of coffee beans with no drink and was prompted for a tip. I spent $45 for 12 pieces of chocolates at Oban Chocolatier and was asked for a tip there too. Same thing when I spent about $25 on four cookies at Gideon's Bakehouse. I am happy to support but it started to feel like a lot in a not enjoyable way. Third, the hours between vendors can be a bit awkward. We came around brunch time which worked for some spots but others were not open yet. For example, Domu does not open until dinner (5PM) and Gyukatsu Rose was not opening until later in the afternoon (3 PM) Overall, I think this is a great place to check out especially if you enjoy trying a variety of local spots. Just plan ahead for seating and timing and be prepared for lots of tip prompts along the way.

Most plants are in mid-poor condition. Most plants don't have prices. If you ask for the price, you…read moreare given a price range. If you insist on knowing the exact price, you are told they need to speak with the manager. Service is horrendous. I think all their sales come from online.

The store is not bad, lots of variety, but almost nothing has a price. They are doing a live show…read moreand the staff is more focused on selling plants onsite rather than helping provide plant prices. I drove up from Virginia and had this problem, it makes me sad I sat on the corridor in front of his store and thought about it for 20 minutes before leaving. I can't understand it and it makes me sad.

I have walked the mile path surrounding Lake Eola many times and I always stop for a moment at this…read morepeaceful garden with its distinctive red bridge. The Japanese Rock Garden along Lake Eola contains a 12.5 ton and 19,5 foot long piece of black marble donated by Su-Nan Chong, Mayor of Tainan, Taiwan. The rock was given in 1983 as a gift of friendship between the sister cities of Tainan and Orlando. The marble is said to have been discovered in the mountains in Hua-Lien at an altitude of 1,600 meters and was sculpted by wind over 10,000 years. The Mayor requested the following to be inscribed on the stone. "Loyal To Country Filial To Parents." When the rock was delivered Orlando it was requested to be placed "in your great Walt Disney World". Disney World however is not in Orlando and Disney declined the gift leaving Orlando to figure out what to do with it. While waiting for permanent placement it was called the Mayor's pet rock. When Lake Eola Park was renovated in 1988, the Japanese Rock Garden was created and the rock finally had a home. Today you can see the famous rock and take pictures on the pretty bridge. The story of the marble has become a quirky part of Lake Eola history.

I went to an event Pet Pool Party in the Marilyn L. Mennello Sculpture Garden at The Mennello…read moreMuseum. 'Pools in the Park' was Free Admission sponsored by Valley National Bank. I did not bring my dogs because it was super hot and I had a few stops in this area. I arrived near the end of the event to see if this was something I could share with my dogs. I saw lots of happy owners and pups (some wet.). They had great raffles and fun tents to experience with your pet. Full disclosure I have been a member of Mennello in the past and attended their folk music events. I really like that they have events that empower patrons to participate in art, music and the community. They have another Pet event in Fall 2025.

Fee: $8. Inside: Time spent, meandering you can clear in 12…read moreminutes. Curation: "Pool Party" - underwhelming. Of my 60 plus museum stops throughout the United States, this place comes in dead last. What is a win? The grounds! Beautifully maintained, on the water. Great place for evening Yoga sesh or picnic lunch. Bringing up this 1 star experience, to a 2!