Had a wonderful time here. This garden is a beautiful and peaceful place. There are so many birds…read moreand wildlife. The perfect place to walk around, read, have a picnic. Public bathrooms available. Lots of free parking.

Nestled on the shores of Lake Maitland, Kraft Azalea Garden is one of the most peaceful and…read morebeautiful spots in Central Florida. From the moment you walk in, you're surrounded by towering cypress trees draped in Spanish moss, creating a calm, almost magical atmosphere. The lakefront views are absolutely stunning, especially around sunset when the light reflects off the water--it's the perfect place to relax, take photos, or just unwind. The historic Exedra monument adds a unique touch and makes for a great backdrop. What really stands out is how quiet and serene it feels, even though it's so close to everything in Winter Park. Whether you're going for a peaceful walk, a picnic, or just some time to clear your mind, this hidden gem delivers every time

The Gardens are beautiful and a great place to reconnect with the world. We went to see the…read moreNight-Blooming Cereus. It's a once a year blooming that is amazing. The trails are an easy walk and quite beautiful. I highly recommend it.

i had a great time walking around this garden located in winter park. there was a wedding…read morehappening, a family gathering elsewhere by the river, & the whole space was buzzing w/ summer energy. there is a whole area of the garden i have yet to explore but good thing is - it's free! i was a little lost on the map, it would have been nice to have a more clear distance gauge because some of the lines look like the trail is super long when in reality it's not and just the placement of buildings/parking too. i'll be back to conquer that map !! or maybe i'll stay a while and smell the roses.

I was born in Orlando in 1961, so Lake Eola has been a part of my entire life. I rarely make it…read moredown here anymore, but I had an appointment near here and as I parked, I look at the park and the lake and made sure that I would spent some time after the meeting, and I am glad that I did. It is so beautiful here, a sanctuary in the middle of the hustle and bustle of downtown Orlando. I walked around the lake, people watching, enjoying the foliage, the trees, the wildlife, so serene and tranquil. If I lived downtown, I would be here every day. I highly recommend taking a trip here and getting away from the city for a few minutes- you will be glad you did.

I went to this park for the corporate 5k event. It is a nice park to walk around with the big lake…read morein the center and the famous fountain. At night it is nicely lit with many colors and I believe every hour they have a music and fountain show. There is an amphitheatre, and there were musicians playing for the event. There are a lot of ducks and swans, which can dirty the place because of the feathers and poop. You used to be allowed to feed them food from a small stand, but due to health concerns, it's now banned. There is a playground, but it's for kids only. There are 2 bathrooms area, but it can get dirty occasionally. There are a couple restaurants to enjoy near the park too. A nice park to have a nice walk, job, and exercise. Overall: B

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

Love me some BP! From the restaurants and shops to the…read morebeautiful homes and parks, this is a perfect MR Rogers neighborhood. The Publix here is so amazing with a variety of cultural items and delicious baked goods. I love Baldwin perk for a cute friends themed brunch or quiet coffee and laptop morning after school drop off. The walks and bike ride trails are the best as I always feel safe no matter the time of day. There is a dog park as well for the pups located off lakemont and also a play ground for the kiddos. Blue jacket park is a hot area for local sport clubs and events like 5ks and wonderful for a quick hammock and book or field time. I would say picnic but there's way too many fire ants at blue jacket for that honey lol. But if you are looking to buy or rent a home in a beautiful community that you can ride golf carts or have things to do in walking or just want a nice place to go woosahhhh, this is it !

One of my favorite little "towns" in Central Florida…read more It's a nice neighborhood that's upscale, but not overly fancy shopping wise. There's a brewery, a few nice restaurants, gators dockside, Five Guys, CVS, Publix and a Truist bank. Its own little community with plenty to do! It's nice to just walk around, or to grab a bite and shop. I usually come here for Publix, then go to Frosty Fox for a boba tea. They have some pretty nice events monthly, so keep an eye out for that!

I've paddled the Emerald Cut a few times now. Initially I didn't like the idea of paying to launch…read moremy own paddleboard. However, it's only $10 now that I have my own life jacket (saving me additional cost of $5 to use one of theirs, as required). Well worth the low cost for some soul-enriching, communing with nature. I have never made a reservation. I normally arrive around 10:30, most recently on a Friday. Parked for free on Baptist Camp Rd. Just a bit of a walk from there with my inflated paddleboard, but I don't mind the extra exercise. You can unload your stuff closer, if preferable. There are port-a-potties available. You can count on there being a line in the check-in office. Various recreation supplies are available there for purchase. The process moves reasonably enough. A reservation will guarantee your entrance, however, and possibly aide quicker personal info collection. I always plan to do the Emerald Cut in roughly 3 hours round-trip, allowing myself several stops to enjoy the surroundings. You do run into (quite literally at times) novice paddlers along the way, which can be a bit tricky, yet not a real nuisance for me. In general, there's friendliness along the waterway. Slighty rowdy, party vibes in some spots, but also opportunities for solace and zen in various nooks. Encountering wildlife, fragrant elderberry, and other captivating flora along this stretch is always gratifying. It's a popular recreation destination for good reason.

This is one of the most beautiful places in Florida! Highly recommend visiting at least once. Being…read morelocal, I've visited a number of times. A few things knock the stars down: - The amount of rules/ regulations is a downside. There are more than any other river we've visited in Florida. It's nerve wracking to make sure you're following every new rule. - Launching and landing at the dock is stressful. It feels rushed and disorganized. - The bathroom situation is DIRE. They have a few porta potties but they're pretty gross. - I've found some of the staff intimidating/ borderline rude. There are a lot of newbies to kayaking/ paddleboarding so patience is a virtue at busy times! It's a hard paddle up stream and coming back it can be easy to lose control around the corners. There are a few spots to be cautious of other paddlers. With that said, it's really stunning. They keep the area very clean and there are a lot of spots to pull off to the side to enjoy the view. I've never done a guided tour, but I've heard they're really well done!

If you're visiting Orlando, do yourself a favor and take a break from the theme parks for an…read moreevening. We did the 9:00 PM night airboat tour at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures, and honestly, it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. We got there just before sunset, and it was absolutely beautiful. We watched the sun go down, spotted an owl sitting in a tree before we even got on the boat, and then headed out into the marsh after dark. Riding an airboat at night while the captain shines spotlights into the water looking for alligators is such a cool experience. It's a little spooky, a lot of fun, and a completely different side of Florida that you don't get to see at the parks. Our captain, Wayne, was awesome. You can tell he's been doing this for a long time because he knew so much about the wildlife and the area, but he also made the ride fun. The kids loved him, and we all learned a lot along the way. I also have to give a shoutout to Chris, the owner. He's genuinely a great guy who cares about the experience people have when they visit. You can tell he's putting a lot into the place, with a new barbecue restaurant coming soon and more things for families to do while they're waiting for their airboat ride. It's always nice to support a business that's continuing to invest in making the experience even better. If you're looking for something different to do in Central Florida, I would absolutely recommend this. It was a fun, unique experience and a great reminder that there's so much more to Florida than just the theme parks. Thanks again to Chris, Captain Wayne, and everyone at Boggy Creek Airboat Adventures for a fantastic evening. We had a great time!

The place itself was clean and organized, and the airboat ride was okay overall, but we were still…read moredisappointed with the experience. We were a group of 7 people, and unfortunately it did not meet our expectations. We only saw one alligator swimming in the water during the entire tour. Instead of wildlife, the driver mostly showed us horses and cows from a farm across the resort, which was not what we came for. What made the experience worse was that the driver kept intentionally driving us into thick grass areas several times. He also stopped the boat in an area full of mosquitoes/gnats, and we kept getting bitten until we asked him to move immediately. Unfortunately, he repeated this more than once, which made the ride very uncomfortable. Overall, the experience was not worth the money for us. We would not return and would not recommend it.

What a lovely day we had at Shingles Regional Park! We started off at 4280 W Vine St Kissimmee,…read morewhich runs past the Osceola Welcome center, Historical museum to the pioneer village. It was very informational and neat to see a little piece of history. Once we were done there we got on the Bridge walkway. We did not realize how long the Park Trail was, which is 17 miles! We decided we are going to rent some bikes when it gets a little warmer and try our hand at finishing the path. However, we did walk some of it though, and it was beautiful. I can't wait to explore more of this lovely park that we ran across! So more review to come:)

Today is was at the Pioneer Day event of Osceola county and wow... blown away!!! What an amazing…read moreand well organized event!!!! So much activities!!! Farmers market, food trucks, petting zoo, horseback rides, live music and dancing, pioneer houses and demos, etc!!! Very impressed with how awesome today was!!

Lake Underhill Park is a beautiful neighborhood park with a nice trail for walking and jogging…read more The trail is about 1.3 miles around Lake Underhill. There is a small parking lot, bathroom amenities and small pavilions. They have a boat ramp and dock. There are benches and outdoor fitness stations paced around the trail and plenty of gorgeous views. It could be a great place for relaxing and bird watching. Overall a lovely place and I enjoy morning walks here from time to time.

Great place to go for a a nice walk or run. I often go for exercise. There's workout stations…read morearound the lake. Its so peaceful and relaxing. Sometimes I just sit and enjoy the view. Its never overcrowded. I highly recommend!!

Great paddle boarding spot. There's bathrooms at the parking lot, which is super convenient…read more Unfortunately, I paddled here on a fairly windy day so paddling against the current was very difficult. Would definitely come back here on a less windy day with friends! There are a bunch of scenic boat tours that circle around the lake, as well as a few people on jet skis but other than that, it was fairly quiet on the water!

Whenever we go paddle boarding, we always start from Dinky Dock. The nearby canals offer plenty to…read moreexplore, and the whole area has a relaxed, family-friendly vibe. It's a scenic little spot and a great place to visit during the summer. Lots of shade and not too crowded, perfect for a laid-back day by the water. It's also great for wildlife watching, we've seen all kinds of birds and even a few otters here. Parking can be tricky on busier days, but if you arrive early, you'll usually find a spot. Bathrooms are available and surprisingly decent for a dock area.