Tavares Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.
Single engine seaplane turns in the water and prepares to stop at Wooten Park, Tavares, Florida, USA.
View of cozy Pavilion at lake Dora in Tavares, Florida, USA
City Hall of Tavares Florida
Town of Tavares Florida with city hall

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Comfort Inn & Suites Tavares North

Comfort Inn & Suites Tavares North

2.5 out of 5
1380 E Burleigh Boulevard Tavares FL
The price is NZ$176 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$176
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tavares. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
Clean room, breakfast was great. The only issue was the rock hard beds. But for a quick weekend stay. It’s decent

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Comfort Inn & Suites Tavares North
The Citrus on the Lake

The Citrus on the Lake

3 out of 5
199 W Ruby Street Tavares FL
The price is NZ$199 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$199
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Tavares. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Property manager was really the only reason we did not go somewhere else

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

The Citrus on the Lake
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tavares - Leesburg by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tavares - Leesburg by IHG

2.5 out of 5
3601 W Burleigh Blvd Tavares FL
The price is NZ$188 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$188
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tavares. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Yes, breakfast was good

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tavares - Leesburg by IHG
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Canal-Front Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Dock in Tavares

Canal-Front Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Dock in Tavares

Tavares FL
Stay at this apartment in Tavares. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Village Green Golf Course and Lake Dora are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Our host made us feel like we were at home. Very welcoming and personable! Standing around the fire pit sharing good conversation was very nice.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Canal-Front Retreat w/ Hot Tub & Dock in Tavares
Siena at Bella Collina

Siena at Bella Collina

3.5 out of 5
16300 County Rd 455 Montverde FL
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Montverde. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bella Collina Golf Club and Sanctuary Ridge ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
Nice accommodation

Reviewed on 2 May 2026

Siena at Bella Collina
BETTER THAN A 5 STAR HOTEL WITH GOLF CART WHOLE HOUSE TOTALLY REMODELED

BETTER THAN A 5 STAR HOTEL WITH GOLF CART WHOLE HOUSE TOTALLY REMODELED

The Villages FL
Stay at this holiday home in The Villages. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Glenview Champions Country Club and Nancy ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
The house is very nice. The location is good, lots of restaurants and shopping close by.

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

BETTER THAN A 5 STAR HOTEL WITH GOLF CART WHOLE HOUSE TOTALLY REMODELED
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Popular places to visit

Seaplanes parked at Wooten Park in Tavares, Florida, USA

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.

Wooten Park
Golf course in Florida

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.

Village Green Golf Course

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.

TableTop Team Trivia

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.

Deer Island Golf Lake Club

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.

Village Market Place of Tavares Shopping Center

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.

Dora Canal Plaza Shopping Center

Activities

Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour

Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour

NZ$202
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rock Springs 2-Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour
Half-Day Tandem Kayak Rental for Two in the Scenic Dora Canal

Paddle to Brunch Adventure on the Dora Canal

NZ$126
per adult
Paddle to Brunch Adventure on the Dora Canal
Orlando: Small Group Rock Springs Run Kayak Tour

Orlando: Small Group Rock Springs Run Kayak Tour

NZ$161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Orlando: Small Group Rock Springs Run Kayak Tour
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Cities near Tavares

Mount Dora Aerial Sunset

Mount Dora