Visit Central Florida

Smiling faces and warm sunshine embraces, southern specialities and farm to table treats, these are just some of the reasons why Visit Central Florida's Polk County is the perfect place for holidaymakers who are looking to experience  the beauty and charm of "REAL" Florida with its small-town communities, close to everything but away from it all.  We're the place for family fun in the sun. Located between Orlando and Tampa, Central Florida's unexpected experiences give you something that the theme parks just can't touch: the REAL Florida Magic! Stunning natural beauty, historic gems, one-of-a-kind attractions and authentic experiences rooted in the area's unique heritage.  Polk County has a growing culinary scene with towns filled with original restaurants serving up fresh locally grown produce.  Farm-raised beef, pork and poultry and lip smacking barbecue have even earned the area its title of "BBQ Capital of Florida". Florida is known as one of the world's leading citrus growers, and family run U-Pick farms welcome visitors to picke their own fresh fruits.  Even better take a tour of Golden Ridge Groves to learn more about the growing and harvesting process.  Whenn it comes to theme parks, Polk County is home to both the LEGOLAND Florida Resort and Peppa Pig Theme Park, the only theme park devoted to everyone's favourite pink preschooler, Peppa Pig.  SEA LIFE Florida opened in 2025 at the LEGOLAND Florida Resort where guests emark on a voyage of oceanic exploration and in February 2026 the resort launched LEGO Galaxy and immersive new area anchored by Galacticoaster, LEGOLAND Florida's first indoor, space-themed family rollercoaster. Polk County boasts over 8,500 affordable holiday homes close to all the famous attractions of Orlando, located in areas like Davenport and Haines City. Enjoy more space and even a private pool with the choice of 2-bedroom to 6-bedroom homes and everything in between for less than the cost of a hotel room.  Stay with extended family or friends and set your own holiday pace with lazy evenings barbecuing by your private pool.

For golfers, no visit to Florida is complete without a stop at bucket list worthy Streamsong Resort. The luxury property overlooks four highly A-list golf courses, Streamsong Red, Streamsong Blue, Streamsong Black and The Chain the resorts new course.