As the name suggests, Winter Haven first became a popular destination for people seeking sun during winter. Today you can enjoy a variety of indoor and outdoor attractions in this Central Florida city at any time of year.
Immerse yourself in all things LEGO® at LEGOLAND® Florida. This massive park delights kids of all ages. Go on themed rides, play games and tour exhibits all centred on one of America’s favorite plastic toys. Climb to the top of the Island in the Sky platform for a 360-degree view of Central Florida.
No visit to Winter Haven would be complete without touring the Chain of Lakes. The city is surrounded by several dozen lakes 16 are connected by canals to form a chain. The area has prime fishing conditions and attracts fishermen from all over the world for leisure or competitions. Try a water sport spend a day tubing, Jet-Skiing or water skiing.
Many consider Winter Haven to be the home of water skiing. The sport was used to promote Cypress Gardens, Florida’s first theme park, in the 1930s. Eventually the water shows there became the city’s main attraction. LEGOLAND® Florida now stands on the original Cypress Gardens site and continues the traditions of water performances. Today, watch amazing water ski tricks, such as the human pyramid or barefoot skiing, at the park’s daily water shows.
See the beautiful Central Florida wilderness at the Street Audubon Center. Explore miles of nature trails and grab your binoculars for wonderful birding opportunities. Golf is a major leisure activity in the state Winter Haven has several world-class courses. Grab your equipment and head to Cypresswood Golf and Country Club’s 18-hole course or take a lesson at Willowbrook Golf Course.
See a performance at Theatre Winter Haven, a small theater with a big reputation. Throughout the year, “Florida’s Most-Honored Community Theatre” puts on several plays that span across every genre and style.
Reach Winter Haven in less than an hour from Tampa or Orlando airports.
