| Things to Do |
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| Scroll down or choose one of the links below to find out more about some of the amazing things you can do whilst staying at Highgate House. |
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| Introduction | Theme Parks | Sports |
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| Introduction |
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| There are just so many things for you do to whilst staying at Highgate House.
The Villa is perfectly situated to take advantage of some of the most popular visitor attractions in Florida, especially the theme parks which we highly recommend. However there are also very good sporting facilities close by, particularly golf and fishing, as well as lots of good shops and restaurants!
Below is a map of attractions that are close to Highgate House. Pointed out on this map are:
- Highgate House
- Walt Disney World
- Disneys Animal Kingdom
- Universal Resort Orlando
- Sea World
- Aquatica, Sea Worlds Water Park
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Map of Attractions near Highgate House
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| Below you can see approximate* distances and drive times from local attractions and facilities: |
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| Location |
Distance
(miles) |
Drive Time
(minutes) |
Location |
Distance
(miles) |
Drive Time
(minutes) |
| Walt Disney World |
10 |
20 |
Sea World |
20 |
30 |
| Disneys Animal Kingdom |
8 |
10 |
Aquatica (Sea World Water Park) |
20 |
30 |
| Universal Resort Orlando |
20 |
30 |
Busch Gardens |
60 |
60 |
| Legoland Florida |
15 |
20 |
Golf Course |
2.5 |
5 |
| Restaurants |
1.5 |
3 |
Shopping and Groceries |
1.5 |
3 |
| Orland International Airport |
35 |
40 |
Sandford Airport |
38 |
45 |
Gulf Coast (West)
(e.g. Tampa, Clearwater & St. Petersburg) |
60 |
60 |
Atlantic Coast (East)
(e.g. Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral) |
60 |
60 |
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| *All distances are approximate, depending upon how distance is calculated, the maps used and the route taken. Likewise all times are approximate dependent on route taken and traffic conditions. However the figures above can be used as a guide. Please see the Terms & Conditions |
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| Theme Parks |
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| Florida is world renowned for it's amazing theme parks, many of which are just a short drive away from the Villa. Below are details of some of the most popular. |
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| Walt Disney World® Resort |
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The wonderful Walt Disney World® Florida is the closest theme park to Highgate House! The nearest entrance is located approximately 8 miles away, it couldn't be more convenient. We definitely recommend a visit.
Walt Disney World® Florida is actually made up of four captivating Theme Parks and two refreshing Water Parks! Make all your dreams come true in these uniquely themed parks, each with its own special version of Disney magic! Fantasy becomes real and reality becomes fantastic as you relive childhood memories and create new ones.
The Theme Parks are:
The Water Parks are:
There's something there to ignite the imagination and warm the spirit of everyone in your family or group.
Explore magic that knows no bounds as you sprinkle a little pixie dust on every aspect of your dream vacation. Experience world-class dining, electrifying nightlife, spectacular entertainment and abundant shopping and recreation.
Find more information at Walt Disney World® Resort. |
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| Universal Orlando® Resort |
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Universal Orlando Resort is approximately 23 miles (approx half hour drive time) from the Villa - not far at all! We also recommend a visit here.
Universal Orlando® Resort is more than a theme park. It's an entire universe of action and thrills featuring TWO spectacular theme parks unlike anything else in Orlando.
• Universal Studios Florida® Theme Park
• Universal's Islands of Adventure® Theme Park
You can also experience The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Only at Universal's Islands of Adventure.
At both Universal Studios and Universal's Islands of Adventure every member of the family can share unforgettable experiences together. You can have the ultimate adventure, enjoy fun with your kids, rejuvenate yourself, have a romantic dinner, challenge yourself on incredible theme park rides, and relax by the pool in a beautiful Florida setting.
Universal Orlando® Resort also offers the amazing Water Park - Wet 'n Wild, which has the best variety of multi-passenger tube rides! There are many new rides which vary from thrilling adventures to relaxing journeys. There is also a kids park featuring smaller versions of the most popular adult rides.
Visit Wet n' Wild's page on the Universal Orlando® Resort website or visit the Wet 'n Wild water park site. |
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| Sea World® Orlando |
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Sea World® Orlando is approximately 19 miles from The Villa. A trip to Florida is incomplete without a visit here!
There's no place on earth quite like Sea World® Orlando. Where else can you enjoy thrilling, world beating rides one minute and feed the dolphins the next? Where you can count the teeth on a shark before taking a simulated jet helicopter ride to the Wild Arctic. Just try to stay dry once you meet the irrepressible Shamu - the world famous killer whale and star of the show. Let the adventure begin!
Sea World® Orlando is the world's premiere marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable animal encounters. More than 80 million visitors have explored the mysteries of the sea with up-close animal interactions and exhilarating thrills. State-of-the-art rides such as "Kraken" and "Journey To Atlantis" twist, turn, and drench guests with unprecedented thrills, while amazing animal encounters include killer whales, dolphins, sea lions, stingrays and more.
Visit Sea World® Orlando's Website.
As well as all the above, Sea World® Orlando now has it's very own Water Park - Aquatica! There is a water ride here for everyone, from thrilling high-speed tubes and half-pipe funnels to lazy river floats. Some of these amazing rides actually go through animal habitats, on some you can get spectacular underwater views of Commerson’s dolphins, on others you float past exotic birds and fish! There are also wave pools, speed slides, waterfalls and interactive water playgrounds!
Visit the Aquatica page on Sea World® Parks Website or
visit the Aquatica website. |
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| Busch Gardens® |
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Busch Gardens®, Tampa Bay, Florida is slightly further away than some of the other theme parks but is still within easy travelling distance and is well worth a visit.
Busch Gardens® is the ultimate family adventure park offering an array of fascinating attractions based on exotic encounters with the African continent. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier zoos featuring more than 2,700 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games, Busch Gardens provides unrivalled "real" excitement for guests of every age.
Visit the Busch Gardens®, Tampa website. |
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| LEGOLAND® Florida |
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LEGOLAND® Florida is a 150-acre family theme park located in Winter Haven. The family theme park offers interactive attractions, more than 50 family rides, shows, restaurants, shopping and beautiful landscape specifically geared for families with children ages 2 to 12 and ultimate LEGO fans.
LEGOLAND® Florida is located at One LEGOLAND Way, Winter Haven Florida 33884, about 15 miles/20 minutes from Highgate House!
Visit the LEGOLAND® Florida website. |
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| Sports |
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| Golf |
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| Golf is a really popular pass time in Florida and the facilities are second to none. There are lots of Golf Courses near the Villa , some of which are award winning courses.
The map on the right shows the locations and details of golf courses near Highgate House.
The map is a Google Map, if you are unused to Google Maps or Google Earth you can view instructions here.
Click here for a list of golf courses in the Davenport area and brief details on each course. |
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| Fishing |
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| Fishing is a great way for relaxation, to be close to nature and to spend time with friends and family, and within easy reach of The Villa there are plenty of places to fish.
Fishing is the second largest sport industry in Florida and the Kissimmee lakes are renowned for their fabulous Bass fishing.
If you would like to fish while staying at the Villa then the following links may be useful.
The Visit Kissimmee website has some really useful information and links on fishing.
The Florida Fishing Lakes website also has some really useful information, fishing guides and links on bass fishing and fishing the lakes of Florida. |
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