Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Apopka

"Stroll the less-than-a-mile-long loop around Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando, where you can snap photos of the swans (both real and of the paddleboat variety) gliding through the water. If you time it right, you might also be able to catch a free concert or event at the park’s Walt Disney Amphitheater."

"Pack a picnic and park yourself on the grounds of Lake Eola Park to enjoy the delightful Florida winter weather. Take a sweet stroll around this scenic park and you can even enjoy the lake from a swan boat. Have your camera ready because you'll likely see some real swans on the water as well."

"Lake Eola Park sits in Orlando downtown on 512 East Washington Street. The park has a 0.9-mile sidewalk that surrounds the lake!. It’s the ideal spot for visitors who would want to track their walking or running distances."

"Featuring 50 acres of gorgeously cultivated gardens boasting more than 40 diverse plant collections from around the world, Harry P. Leu Gardens is located 15 minutes from downtown Orlando. It's also the site of a beautiful, 1880s-era family home, the Leu House Museum, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Learn more: Downtown Orlando"

"Harry P Leu Gardens is a 50-acre botanical oasis just minutes from downtown Orlando. It's peaceful, relaxing and of course beautiful. A stroll through this haven is ideal for date day, but you may want to mark your calendar for the first Friday night of each month and a special showing on Valentine's Day."

"Pose for family photos among the giant cypress trees and the namesake blooms at Winter Park’s Kraft Azalea Garden, a 5-acre site located on the shores of Lake Maitland. Related:Universal Orlando Express Pass vs. Universal Orlando VIP Experience. Beth Luberecki is a Florida-based freelance writer who writes about travel, business, and lifestyle topics for a variety of publications and websites."

"Also located in Winter Park, this 5-acre public garden on the shore of Lake Maitland is open all year from 8 a.m. till dusk, and admission is free. Billed as the charming city's "secret garden," it's shaded by enormous cypress trees and boasts unique features like the Exedra, a columned, neoclassical structure that's perfect for wedding ceremonies and other special events."

"Kraft Azalea has always been a popular spot for many photographers to bring their couples or even families out for a photo session. The reason for that is just the environment. It has tall beautiful cypress moss trees and pillars that will make for beautiful photos."

"Hontoon Island State Park is located in the St. Johns River and welcomes visitors to enjoy nature and history in quiet solitude. The island is accessible only by private boat or park ferry. Boating, canoeing, and fishing are popular activities and canoe rentals are available."

"The springs features swimming, snorkeling, and tubing on a small slow moving current. There is a playground for the kids and a nice boardwalk where you can look for manatees."

"Cool off in the icy spring-fed swimming hole, hike miles of trails and paddle the tranquil, still waters of the Wekiva River. Central Florida Nature Adventures, inside the park, offers 2½-hour guided tours, rents kayaks and canoes (two hours $17, per additional hour $3) and supplies overnight camping supplies. Reserve primitive riverside campsites in advance."

"Wekiva is a Creek Indian word meaning "flowing water"; wekiwa means "spring of water." The river, springs, and surrounding 6,400-acre…"

"Not only does this 48-acre garden feature several different ecosystems, but admission is always free!. Other reasons to visit include an expansive butterfly garden, as well as a boardwalk and bike trail that wind through the park. It's located in Winter Park, about 20 minutes from downtown Orlando, and open from 7:30 a.m."

"Lake Beresford Park in Deland is one of the most famous natural habitats in USA. This park covers an area of 210-acres and contains hiking and biking trails. The Blue Springs inside the park makes it look very beautiful."

"Im Herzen der Innenstadt im ältesten Einkaufsviertel von Winter Park erwartet Sie das 310 mit Sitzgelegenheiten im Café-Stil und einer schönen Aussicht auf die Avenue. Die große Auswahl an Vorspeisen und Salaten bietet für jeden etwas. Mit einem von über 30 Weinen im Glas und Bieren aus der ganzen...Mehr"

"The restaurant is open for dine-in service with their standard menu as well as an Easter brunch 3-course prix-fixe menu for $49 for adults, $15 for kids. Entree options include Sauteed Jumbo Shrimp and Grits, Lobster Frittata, 14oz Bone-In Dry Aged NY Strip and Eggs, 8oz Center Cut Filet Mignon, and Pan Seared Sea Bass. Click here for the menu and reservations."

"The Capital Grille is a fine dining restaurant that specializes in dry aged steaks, chops and fresh seafood acclaimed by the nation's toughest food critics. Its wine list features an award-winning collection of over 400 selections from around the world."

"One of the best restaurants in Orlando, International Drive’s Capital Grille is a favorite with locals and visitors alike. It cooks up top-notch seafood and dry-aged steaks, served alongside an award-winning wine list."

"Hoping to bring a little blast from the past to this week’s date night?. Kres Chophouse has come forward to pair the best parts of history and modernity into one extraordinary experience of dining in the Downtown Orlando area. There are three main tenets of their mission: source, service, and style."

"One of the most popular downtown Orlando restaurants is Kres Steakhouse. They serve up unique and delicious steak and seafood dishes that the entire family will love. The dining experience for an evening meal here at Kres Steakhouse is very memorable and a must-visit in downtown Orlando, Florida."

"El presente y el pasado forman una bonita pareja en Kres Chophouse, un asador clásico con un toque moderno ecléctico. Este asador de primera encarna el corazón del distrito histórico de Orlando y cuenta con una decoración elegante y la arquitectura sorprendente de un monumento de 1930."

"Go beyond the typical Orlando attractions and spend a day at the Orlando Museum of Art, the region's leading cultural institution. Art enthusiasts will find an extension collection, including American art from the Colonial period to the 1960s; African art reflective of peoples and cultures throughout the African continent; the art of the Ancient Americas; and an outstanding contemporary art collection from 1945 to the present. The museum is closed Mondays and major holidays."

"While the Orlando Museum of Art has a wide spectrum of art in various media and style. The Florida Prize in Contemporary Art. Right now in its fourth year, has become a highly anticipated event for the venue."

"At their downtown Orlando headquarters and gallery, aka Snap!. Space, this organization exhibits more than 100 international photographers and multimedia artists. Their mission focuses on discovering and cultivating emerging talent while promoting appreciation of photography and art worldwide."

"has gained recognition from the NY Times, BBC News, and TheHuffington Post, to name a few. Truly one of the city’s most impressive artistic endeavors, spearheaded by director and curator Patrick Kahn, Snap!. Orlando is actually two galleries, Snap!"

"Voted number one gallery in Orlando by Orlando Magazine 2016, Snap. It has gained recognition from the NY Times. The BBC News, and The Huffington Post, to name a few."