Spent the day at Barber Park and honestly forgot how much there is to do there. The park is always…read moresuper clean and well maintained, and it's one of the better parks around Orlando for both families and adults. There's a huge playground, splash pad, walking paths, sports courts, skate park, dog park, and plenty of open space to just relax. What I like most is that it never feels overly crowded or chaotic even when there are a lot of people there. It has a really laid back atmosphere and there's something for everyone whether you're bringing kids, skating, walking your dog, or just trying to get outside for a bit. The shaded areas and lake views make it even better, especially during sunset. Definitely one of the best public parks in Orlando and a spot I'll keep coming back to

I absolutely love this park. Used to come here when I was a kid with my dad for playground days,…read morepicnics and drill work ( track and field ). Now I bring my little one who loves the covered play area, huge fields and ducks ! She can ride her bike or scooter or make new friends on the playground. I also have come here for boat days with friends and romantic day picnics with my honey . This is a very nice smaller park and they even have a doggie play area !

I was born in Orlando in 1961, so Lake Eola has been a part of my entire life. I rarely make it…read moredown here anymore, but I had an appointment near here and as I parked, I look at the park and the lake and made sure that I would spent some time after the meeting, and I am glad that I did. It is so beautiful here, a sanctuary in the middle of the hustle and bustle of downtown Orlando. I walked around the lake, people watching, enjoying the foliage, the trees, the wildlife, so serene and tranquil. If I lived downtown, I would be here every day. I highly recommend taking a trip here and getting away from the city for a few minutes- you will be glad you did.

I've been going to Lake Eola on and off for about 30 years, and every time I come back I have such…read moremixed feelings about this place. I have beautiful memories here with my mother, my father, who has been gone for many years now, and my cousin, so I think that's part of why seeing this park now affects me as much as it does. I can still remember those different periods of my life here, but then I look at the lake and the wildlife and I keep thinking about how much better this place could be. I actually had to go look up the facts about Lake Eola because I started wondering if I was being unfair or if I was simply seeing it differently because I've known this place for so long. What I found was pretty surprising. Lake Eola has had serious water-quality problems going back decades. By the 1980s, pollution and debris were entering the lake with rainfall, and the lake eventually had to be de-mucked and cleaned in 1992. Today, it's an urban lake that receives stormwater from a large portion of downtown Orlando, which means everything washing off those streets and surrounding areas can ultimately make its way into the lake. What bothers me most isn't even the people walking around the park. It's the wildlife. There are swans, ducks, egrets, herons, fish, turtles and other animals living in and around this lake, and once you start paying attention to them, it's hard not to wonder what their environment is actually like. I see these beautiful animals swimming around, and then I look at the water they're swimming in and see the debris and the muck, and it really gets to me. Maybe I'm more sensitive to it because I've known this place for so long, but I can't just look at the swans anymore without looking at what's underneath them. Then all those memories come rushing back. All these different versions of my life that somehow happened around this same lake, and now I'm standing here decades later looking at that water, watching the wildlife swimming through it, and thinking about how much has changed and how much of this lake is still dealing with the same problems. And honestly, after all this time..... the City of Orlando needs to simply "DO BETTER"

Booked this beautiful river trip for my daughter's birthday gift, the experience exceeded our…read moreexpectations. Nigel was our gifted guide.. eased us into paddling skills and techniques, very knowledgeable on the history of Kings Landing, as well as the spring water origins. Will definitely revisit in the future!

I reserve two single kayaks a week before I wanted to try this place. Emails and directions are…read morevery clear. When I arrived staff was helpful and guiding me along the way so that I could see otters. It was a very quick process to get in the water, but it did get crowded toward midday and on the way back in. I would highly recommend clothes that can get wet, bringing snacks and water and a hat or sunglasses. A dry bag if you have it but if you want one, they do sell them where you check in.

I had advertisment for a honey tasting class and decided to sign up for it. It was about 28…read moredollars, which included admission to the gardens. I was greeted when I arrived, then I checked in to the class. The instructor was a beekeeper from University of Florida. He introduced us to various types of honey, including many from different countries and types of flowers. We also tried were a few local honeys from Florida. It took about 1.5 hours to sample over 20 different types of honeys. A bit of description was provided for each honey, but questions were answered. I really enjoyed the Manuka honey, Lavender honey, and the various honeys from Florida. After the class, there were certain items for sale, but I decided to head to the gardens. While I did enjoy the displays and the fountains near the home, I couldn't enjoy much and left early due to the thunderstorm nearby. Still, I did enjoy about 15 to 20 minutes of walking through it. Parking was free and ample. Being a foodie, I really enjoyed the honey tasting experience. The instructor was great and informative, and I enjoyed most of the honeys I tried. The garden admission addition was a plus, but I wish I was able to stay a bit longer. I will definitely register for another class in the future, and hopefully be able to spend time at the gardens a lot longer. Overall: A

If you're visiting Orlando, I highly recommend this as one of your stops. A historical landmark of…read morethe city. I found out the Leu family donated their family land hoping to share its beauty. Unique gardens with plenty of shade. Great for all ages, including toddlers. It is fenced in with lots of areas to picnic, if that's your thing! There's a small cafe for coffee, ice cream and a few snacks. On certain days they have infant and toddler reading time (20minutes long). The first Monday of each month is free entry however there are no guided tours. Check their website for more info!

Such a great trail ! I've been running this trail since high school ( many years ago) and it's one…read moreof my favorites when I'm in better running shape. I've also walked ans rode my bicycle on the trail with my family in the evening. Cady way is a 13.1 mile trail that runs from Coytown Orlando to lake Druid in winter park. Hope to see you on the trail !

Cady Way Trail is picturesque and beautiful. The Advent Health Run 4 Love run/walk takes us through…read moreneighborhoods, Cady Way Trail and back to Ward Park/Showalter Field. Signs of encouragement and amusement were placed along the Cady Way Trial. The trail provides some scenic views of nature and has enough space for walkers, runners, pets and bicyclists alike.

Haley was awesome and so was Captain Lee! They went above and beyond to make our tour amazing! We…read moresaw lots of dolphins!

Loved the experience - we went on a whim. Weather tried to be temperamental which impacted the…read moreexperiences fully but stand up company and our all worth it!

We're always looking for new parks to take my son to play on the weekends and we recently visited…read moreDelaney Park for the first time. It's nestled in a little historic neighborhood just south of downtown, and we really enjoyed it. I appreciate that they have a dedicated smaller playground for younger kids ages 2-5 as well as one for older kids ages 5-12. The gated playground area was very toddler friendly and not too crowded on a Sunday afternoon. My son loves the swings and the slides. The park was clean and well-kept with plenty of shade from the oak trees. Parking was easy and free along the street. This park also has restrooms, picnic tables, tennis courts, and a baseball field. Adding this one into our regular park rotation!

Orlando is home to many local parks throughout the city. Every city should provide as many…read morerecreational opportunities like Orlando for its residents. We visited Delaney Park recently with our grandchildren. They had a great time. The playground is enormous and kept the children busy and active for a long time. The baseball fields, tennis courts, playground, fountain, and rest rooms all appeared to be well maintained. Lots of trees for shade as well as some picnic tables are scattered around the park.

This park is so beautiful with a ton of shade! The playground is small, but there's so much space…read morefor picnics and lounging that it still wins your heart by just existing. Cross the street and you'll get a beautiful scenery for photos as well!

This is a great little park in the Colonialtown South neighborhood near downtown. We took the baby…read morefor a stroll this past weekend and enjoyed the breezy weather. This park has lots of tree coverage which is much needed in the summer months. You can tell there was likely some damage and downed trees due to the recent hurricanes and some of the big oaks have uprooted. It's still a nice park nonetheless with wooden bridges, 2 playgrounds, a basketball court, and tennis court, and plenty of covered picnic areas and benches. They have a parking lot onsite as well as a community center. This park is also directly across the street from Dickson Azalea park, so if you're down for off-roading in more of a forest vibe (not stroller friendly), be sure to skip over there for a true nature adventure!

4 stars for my tiny little neighborhood park, perfect for taking my baby out for a quick stroll…read morearound the square. This park is located at the Colonialtown Neighborhood Center, and has been my frequent stroller route for the last year. Just a couple laps around the center, community garden, and park and I've worked up a pretty good sweat in this heat. My son is just getting old enough to start enjoying the swings and playground area. To be honest, this park could use a bit of a refresh and a little TLC. I do wish there was a bit more shade, especially over the baby swings. Those black swings get so hot in the blazing sun, you can't even use them some days. Same goes for the slides. They do have some triangle canopies over the picnic area, but they don't do much to actually provide shade. I also always pack baby wipes to wipe down the swings & equipment before we use them. I appreciate that this park is just a short walk from home and I look forward to watching my son grown and & play here.

Colonial Town Park is a small neighborhood park not far off of Mills Avenue. This park is more…read moregeared towards young children, but otherwise is a decent enough park. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but if you are in the general area and have young kids in tow, Colonial Town Park is a decent enough place to spend a bit of time.

I have been coming here ever since we found out about it a couple of months ago. They have outdoor…read morepickleball courts, indoor basketball court and a gym. The staff are nice and helpful and the courts are well-maintained.

Although I've never been inside, I'm impressed that they have bins outside for composting and…read morerecycling. They also have charging stations for electric vehicles.