- TripBuzz found 79 things to do with kids in or near Winter Haven, Florida, including 66 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lakeland, Lake Wales, Kissimmee and Celebration.
- From Cypress Lanes to Genesis Zoology Ctr, the Winter Haven area offers 78 different types of family activities, including: Amusement Parks (All Ages), Bowling, Zoos and Movie Theaters.
- Polk State College has called Winter Haven home for over 50 years. Surrounded by several lakes, Winter Haven offers an array of outdoor recreation for both residents and tourists alike. Home to numerous water skiing schools, it is a popular venue for skiers worldwide. Along with wildlife watching, golfing is also a popular activity in Winter Haven.
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Explore the region's produce and crafts at Downtown Main Street. The area features farmer's markets with local produce and preserves as well as car shows for auto enthusiasts to network.
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Grab your friends and head to Spok Hill for an incredible gravitational optical illusion. The experience has visitors put their vehicles into neutral and be wowed by 'ghosts' pushing the vehicle up the hill.
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325 S. Scenic Highway, Lake Wales, FL 33853
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Covered in pink stucco, the Lake Wales Depot Museum & Cultural Center has served the Lake Wales Community for over 80 years. Since 1976, the facility has been used for collecting, conserving, and studying materials about the history of the region.
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Located in Lakeland, Florida, the Florida Southern College is a co-educational institution known for its intensive internship programs. The college also offers online courses and has many offerings for working adult students.
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111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland, FL 33801
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Architectural fans enjoy the Florida Southern College Frank Lloyd Wright Visitors Center. The center features drawings, photographs and furniture, as well as a full-sized home by the late Wright.
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With many statues placed all over the area, the Common Ground Park is mainly intended for children with its many playgrounds. It also has picnic areas and gazebos which can be rented.
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Cleveland Heights Golf Course is a 27-hole golf facility located in Lakeland. The course is open to the public and also offers a full service pro shop, driving range and practice facilities.
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Lakeland, Florida's Hollis Garden is a large, elaborate formal garden. It features sculptured bushes, elegant floral arrangements, exotic plants, intricate fountains and tasteful statues. There are also numerous places to sit and relax. Admission is free.
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Hollis Garden is a large lakeside botanic garden placed within a neo-classical architectural environment. The garden is populated with artistically patterned flower beds, public art, and several running ornamental fountains.
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Pier Dolphin Cruises is the only tour from the St. Petersburg pier which is completely on the water. The standard cruise covers 13 miles over an hour and a half time frame where the tour guide informs visitors of wildlife, million dollar homes, and the historic areas of the coast.