NEIGHBORHOOD SPOTLIGHT
Wınter Par� WINTER PARK, well known throughout the United States, is a premier destination in the sunshine state. It is known for its Old-World Charm, elegant homes, upscale shopping and dining, the historic Park Avenue District, Central Park, Rollins College, and world-class museums. When visiting Winter Park, you can spend days visiting museums, galleries, sculpture gardens, and theaters. Winter Park is also home to two major fine art festivals, the Winter Park Autumn Art Festival in October and the Winter Park Sidewalk Art Festival in March. On Saturdays, wake up and visit the Winter Park Farmers’ Market. It is usually held the old train depot, a historical landmark, and is considered the number one produce/ plant market in Central Florida. The market provides only the best fresh produce, plants, lemonade, coffee, local honey, cheese, baked goods, and more. There is always something fun and exciting to do in Winter Park. In partnership with the Enzian Theater, the City of Winter Park hosts monthly outdoor movie nights in Central Park. Central Park is also home to many outdoor festivals, music in the park, and chalk the walk. You can venture over to Mead Botanical Gardens for yoga on the weekends. Winter Park has the downtown hometown charm with its annual 4th of July Celebration, Christmas Tree Lighting and the Christmas Parade.
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Don’t forget to take a lakeside tour along the Winter Park Chain of Lakes with the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour. The hour-long tour provides you with a breathtaking view of Winter Park, and the knowledgeable Captains provide an insider scoop on the history and residents. If you are looking for some rest and relaxation, you can create a staycation and visit one of the premier hotels. The Alfond Inn at Rollins College is home to a one-of-akind fine art collection and, again, is a top hotel in the Condé Nast Traveler 2018 Readers’ Choice Awards. You can also book your stay at The Park Plaza Hotel, a boutique hotel located along Park Avenue, where you can wake up and sip your coffee overlooking Central Park.
Visit the chic and historic Park Avenue District, where you can stroll along the avenue visiting boutiques and upscale specialty shops. Make sure to stop for a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants. Winter Park is home to some of Central Florida’s finest cuisine, offering a wide array of outdoor cafes, bistros, and fine dining experiences like none other. Winter Park has been featured in publications like Southern Living magazine and noted as one of the “10 Best Southern Food Towns.” Let one of our Associates help you find a home in the beautiful city that is Winter Park. For more information, visit winterpark.org.
