What a historic and charming town with a downtown that we enjoyed dining at two establishments (Goblin Market and 1921). The food and service at both were great (separate reviews). Loved the downtown area and I know my boyfriend has frequented a lot while living in Eustis. I'll definitely be back as foresee visiting his momma at least once a year, and do have a cruise in September we will be returning to Orlando area. If in the area, take a stroll to shop and pop in for some eats or drinks. read more

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We were here to do a morning of geocaching. What a great little town. Perfect for walking and shopping and eating. Part of our geocaching quest was finding all the mural and answering questions. It was a great time and the town was clean and seemed very safe. read more

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I love visiting the City of Mount Dora. The city is beautiful. The people are friendly.

Mount Dora is such a quaint place to spend the day venturing. Tons of small business downtown to park and browse. They have it all from coffee shops , beer pubs, ice cream and pizza shops to amazing Cuban and German restaurants! There is also a beautiful Inn and lake where you can sit and watch cotton candy sunsets . If you want to get a view from water, there are boat rentals near by as well. You can spend an entire weekend here doing cool things read more

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Mount Dora, Florida at Christmas time is like walking into a Christmas village. What an experience as we walked the streets of Mount Dora and went from business to business until we had dinner. We enjoyed very much, the decorations, the liveliness of the town and the people. The food we had was excellent and we found great service everywhere we went. I would highly recommend taking a trip to Mount Dora if you're in the central Florida area at any time. Visit the shops and enjoy the cafés. read more

Saw Yngwie Malmsteen there. It was fantastic. The seating numbers were screwed up, though! We asked them where the seats were, but they couldn't help. They told us to just pick a seat, close to the numbers. We had a good time. read more

Just arrived at the art festival. So many booths. Lots of different food vendors. Come and check it out! read more

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A great town to visit with family. We were here last week to walk through the parks and see the Christmas lights. Over the years more unique restaurants and stores have popped up.Donelley Park and Sunset Park were the highlight of our visit. We stopped at several shops along the way. Usually we walk down to the waterfront but this time, the parks and stores were plenty enough for us. read more

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Mount Dora is such a good area to go and dine, shop, and even attend events! Almost every month and ever holiday, the hold events free of charge. They also do a lot of food fairs, farmers market events, and fruit fairs free for anyone. This area is surround by beautiful antique buildings and amazing history which you can read and discover throughout the area. There's over 50 restaurants and bakeries to choose from and over 50 stores to shop at. They keep the landscaping around the area very cleaned and well maintained. read more

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I have friends who adore this town and vacation here annually- we were brought into Mount Dora for a reenactment out at Renninger's- a WWII battle with tanks firing! Hubby is a huge history nerd and after spending hours out there we headed into town to tour the historic downtown. Very cute town with tons of gift shops, art galleries, restaurants and apparently wine and beer can be taken to-go in sippy cups. I think I just found out why my friends love this town.... Drinkers for sure! We hit easily a dozen different stores, 4 parks, a brewery, bookstore and restaurant and that was after the flea market and reenactment! Talk about a full day. We stole pictures on the abandoned train tracks (no trespassing) and I got sunset pictures of the lighthouse on Lake Dora. We walked miles and know we didn't even scratch the surface! Hubby and I both agree- we must return and maybe we will turn it into a vacation weekend get away! So many beautiful B&B's! Can't wait to return. read more

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Beautiful town that I would love to spend more time at. Lots of stores and restaurants in the historic area and plenty of parks and preserve Mount Dora is a city in Lake County, Florida, US. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 12,370, and in 2019 the population was estimated to be 14,516.It is part of the Orlando-Kissimmee, FL, Metropolitan Statistical Area. Founded in 1880, Mount Dora is known for its small-town southern charm. It has many antique shops in the downtown area. The downtown area overlooks Lake Dora. Mount Dora is home to one of three freshwater lighthouses in Florida. It hosts many monthly festivals and is known as the "Festival City". history on Mount Dora= The town of Mount Dora began in 1874 when the area was settled by David Simpson, his wife, and two children.In 1880, Ross C. Tremain became the town's first postmaster, and later a major real estate developer for the area. A post office called Mount Dora has been in operation since 1883.Tremain named the unincorporated village Royellou, after his children, Roy, Ella, and Louis. The community was renamed for Dora Ann Drawdy, who was an early settler of the town in the mid-1880s. In 1846, the surveyors named Lake Dora after her, and in 1883 the town was renamed after the lake. The Mount in Mount Dora reflects the fact that the town is on a plateau 184 feet above sea level. In addition to this, Dora is memorialized through Dora Drawdy Way, an alleyway located in the downtown area. The town became a popular winter retreat for hunters, fishermen, and boaters, and in 1883 the Alexander House, a two-story hotel, was opened. The Alexander House has been renamed several times and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. A railroad came to town in 1887, followed by an orangepacking house, fertilizer factories, and a cannery. The town was granted a charter in 1910 with John Philip Donnelly as its first mayor; the town had 371 residents at the time. In the 1920s, Mount Dora began to grow significantly, both in residential development and business development. Mount Dora began investing in public infrastructure, including streetlights, a water system, curbs, and paved roads.The first two public parks were created and the Mount Dora Community Building was built largely from funds raised by Mount Dora residents. The building has since served as the city's performance and meeting venue. In 2013, the City of Mount Dora began to develop an area of land called the Wolf Branch Innovation District. That plan was developed as the Wekiva Parkway started to expand and State Road 453 opened right into Mount Dora. The Wolf Branch Innovation District is currently being developed to become a high tech and life sciences business area. Expansion of infrastructure and roadways continues as Mount Dora prepares for future growth. read more

My Dora has a cute little downtown area to spend the day in browsing the shops and having lunch/dinner. A variety of restaurants to select from, Cuban to German and delectable treats after. There are free parking lots available but fill up quickly on weekend and convenient street Parking to - hopefully your parallel parking is on point. Weekends seem to be quite popular, so a week day trip maybe more appealing. read more

The town is small, cute with lots of small businesses shops and lots of places to have delicious meals. I can I imagine how cute it must be during Christmas. I somehow picture it looking like a hallmark channel Christmas movie. The only thing that Was disappointing was that the people were not very friendly, or welcoming. read more

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Mount Dora is a small and quaint village that is over 100 years old. Over the years it has exploded in popularity. This brings more tourist type interactions, shopping and worst of all parking. Once you find a parking space you are golden. You can spend the entire day or evening strolling the streets and poking in and out of various shops and venues. They are best known for their antique shops and all day festivals. There is so much more to participate in ....water activities, ride a train, sign up for a ghost guided tour or attend a concert. There are lots of dining optIons from quick bites to a romantic night out. read more

Great little town to have lunch and browse the shops. Every time I visit, parking is such a challenge! I don't think it matters what day or time you plan your visit, you will have a challenge. Aside from that, enjoy your visit! read more

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A fun historic town with plenty of shops, restaurants, and hotels / B&Bs. Mount Dora is a place we have been to dozens of times and there is always something to see or do. The downtown area is the most popular for visitors. Located close to the water the views can be breathtaking from several locations throughout downtown and the surrounding area. Several restaurants offer a great view with your meal, so be on the lookout if this interests you. On the main downtown strip you'll find antique shops, a doggy boutique, hand made craft stores, and plenty to eat or drink. There are lots of historic markers on the area to so keep an eye out for some history. Locals have always been welcoming and helpful. Overall: A Classic historic city with tons to do! read more

Spent the day exploring a little down 45 mins from us. Mount Dora is a super cute town. It has a variety of unique shops and restaurants. read more

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