Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Tavares February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Tavares Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Tavares.dx164970)[Hotels in Tavares](https://expedia.co.uk/Tavares-Hotels.d164970.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Tavares](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Tavares.d164970.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Tavares Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tavares.d164970.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tavares Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tavares.d164970.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Tavares, FL ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Tavares Types of activities [Tavares travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Tavares.dx164970) ![Lake Dora is the most prestigious of the Harris Chain Lakes. This is due to the fact that the historic lakefront town of Mount Dora sits on its eastern shore.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/164970/4af67339-1ba4-4aba-b1ca-16d37000fda1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Dora is the most prestigious of the Harris Chain Lakes. This is due to the fact that the historic lakefront town of Mount Dora sits on its eastern shore.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/164970/4af67339-1ba4-4aba-b1ca-16d37000fda1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Found this park by accident. On a HUGE lake outside of Mount Dora. Has a real train people can ride for a price. During the holidays people take a ride on the train and Santa makes an appearance! Very cool for kids of all ages, even adults. Park has water park in summer, playground open year round and much much more!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/164970/a4a9fdce-b223-4969-af3d-0ee5513db6a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![They say that Tavares, FL is the Seaplane Capitol of the World. Don't know about that, but it certainly is fun.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/164970/8576f2d4-a8e1-423f-b36a-c3e0e3eba19b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Tavares Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Tavares has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Tavares, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Tavares with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Tavares Tavares is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Tavares, and make it a breeze to explore Tavares and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Tavares to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Tavares, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Tavares | Number of things to do | 8 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Florida paddle excursions](/things-to-do/emerald-cut-eco-excursion.a46043563.activity-details): £45 | | Top 5 things to do | [Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour](/things-to-do/2-hour-glass-bottom-guided-kayak-eco-tour-in-rock-springs-small-group.a921545.activity-details)[Small Group Rock Springs Run Eco Kayak Adventure](/things-to-do/small-group-rock-springs-run-eco-kayak-adventure.a50204378.activity-details)[Orlando: Small Group Rock Springs Run Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/orlando-small-group-rock-springs-run-kayak-tour.a48349011.activity-details)[Tavares Half-Day Kayak Rental for Two on the Dora Canal](/things-to-do/half-day-tandem-kayak-rental-for-two-in-the-scenic-dora-canal.a49287050.activity-details)[Wild Florida Kayak and Paddleboard Adventure on Dora Canal](/things-to-do/paddle-and-brew-adventure-at-tavares-in-florida.a47249665.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour](/things-to-do/2-hour-glass-bottom-guided-kayak-eco-tour-in-rock-springs-small-group.a921545.activity-details)[Small Group Rock Springs Run Eco Kayak Adventure](/things-to-do/small-group-rock-springs-run-eco-kayak-adventure.a50204378.activity-details)[Orlando: Small Group Rock Springs Run Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/orlando-small-group-rock-springs-run-kayak-tour.a48349011.activity-details)[Wild Florida Kayak and Paddleboard Adventure on Dora Canal](/things-to-do/paddle-and-brew-adventure-at-tavares-in-florida.a47249665.activity-details)[Florida paddle excursions](/things-to-do/emerald-cut-eco-excursion.a46043563.activity-details) | | With kids | [Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour](/things-to-do/2-hour-glass-bottom-guided-kayak-eco-tour-in-rock-springs-small-group.a921545.activity-details)[Small Group Rock Springs Run Eco Kayak Adventure](/things-to-do/small-group-rock-springs-run-eco-kayak-adventure.a50204378.activity-details)[Orlando: Small Group Rock Springs Run Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/orlando-small-group-rock-springs-run-kayak-tour.a48349011.activity-details)[Florida paddle excursions](/things-to-do/emerald-cut-eco-excursion.a46043563.activity-details)[Tavares Poppy's Sweet Paddle Adventure with Ice Cream](/things-to-do/poppys-sweet-paddle-adventure-near-mount-dora.a48910258.activity-details) | ## What to do in Tavares --- ### Popular places to visit ![Seaplanes parked at Wooten Park in Tavares, Florida, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561885427/c1706ed7-9371-4706-b634-f49311b0a846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wooten Park Wooten Park is just one of the places to see in Tavares, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wooten-Park-Tavares.d553248621561885427.Attraction) ![Golf course in Florida](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621561885423/96f88823-2950-422e-9e93-d553f2e5360a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Village Green Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Tavares at Village Green Golf Course. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Village-Green-Golf-Course-Tavares.d553248621561885423.Attraction) #### TableTop Team Trivia Enjoy an outing to TableTop Team Trivia during your stay in Tavares. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/TableTop-Team-Trivia-Tavares.d553248621532653949.Attraction) #### Deer Island Golf Lake Club Enjoy a round of golf in Tavares at Deer Island Golf Lake Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Deer-Island-Golf-Lake-Club-Tavares.d553248621532653947.Attraction) #### AdventHealth Waterman If AdventHealth Waterman is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Tavares. [](https://expedia.co.uk/AdventHealth-Waterman-Leesburg.d624557320604692480.Attraction) #### Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center during your visit to Tavares. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dora-Canal-Plaza-Shopping-Center-Tavares.d553248621563219997.Attraction) #### Village Market Place of Tavares Shopping Center You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Village Market Place of Tavares Shopping Center during your stay in Tavares. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Village-Market-Place-Of-Tavares-Shopping-Center-Tavares.d553248621563220001.Attraction) #### Lake County Historical Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Lake County Historical Museum during your trip to Tavares. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-County-Historical-Museum-Tavares.d553248621563219998.Attraction) #### Florida Hospital Waterman If Florida Hospital Waterman is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Tavares. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Florida-Hospital-Waterman-Leesburg.d624555972572164096.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Tavares ![H9E5YD Mount Dora Florida USA - Lakeside property and beach of Lake Dora](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8982/3ad18eb6-8f12-4e34-80c0-b58bc89aad0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mount Dora ![This was taken on an electric boat on the Dead River, which runs between Lake Eustis and Lake Dora. Plenty of alligators because it is in Florida.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6122916/aaa1b0fb-7e99-4036-b02a-4f514187d763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Eustis ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tavares worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Tavares? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Tavares? ### Is three days enough to stay in Tavares? ### What are some activities to do in Tavares with kids? > - [Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-glass-bottom-guided-kayak-eco-tour-in-rock-springs-small-group.a921545.activity-details) > - [Small Group Rock Springs Run Eco Kayak Adventure](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-rock-springs-run-eco-kayak-adventure.a50204378.activity-details) > - [Orlando: Small Group Rock Springs Run Kayak Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/orlando-small-group-rock-springs-run-kayak-tour.a48349011.activity-details) > - [Florida paddle excursions](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/emerald-cut-eco-excursion.a46043563.activity-details) > - [Tavares Poppy's Sweet Paddle Adventure with Ice Cream](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/poppys-sweet-paddle-adventure-near-mount-dora.a48910258.activity-details) ### What to do in Tavares for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Tavares? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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