Title: Visit Leesburg: Best of Leesburg Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Leesburg](https://expedia.ca/Leesburg-Hotels.d6048231.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Leesburg](https://expedia.ca/Leesburg-Vacation-Rentals.d6048231.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Leesburg](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Leesburg.d6048231.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Leesburg](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Leesburg.d6048231.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Leesburg Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Leesburg.d6048231.Car-Rental-Guide)[Leesburg Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Leesburg.d6048231.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Leesburg ## Travel Guide ![Leesburg showing a lake or waterhole and fishing as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048231/c9996c49-b5d7-470e-9902-19515a693437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Leesburg showing a lake or waterhole and fishing as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048231/c9996c49-b5d7-470e-9902-19515a693437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Leesburg showing street performance](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048231/17975a87-7f04-400b-abb8-41bfa35ca7bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Leesburg](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048231/ce67cb7d-0394-42ac-8a6e-5ca6a7b9e45b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial View of Florida Wetlands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048231/efa13395-2a2e-4aec-ac9e-40f5026f2260.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Leesburg Things to do #### Experience the laid-back lifestyle that characterizes this scenic Florida city, surrounded by beautiful lakes, lush parkland and excellent golf courses. Leesburg is located in Florida’s picturesque Lake County. This lovely city is bordered by several scenic waterways, such as Lake Harris and Lake Griffin. Enjoy the laidback lifestyle and explore its numerous parks and nature reserves. Visit one of Leesburg’s excellent golf courses, tour around the lush Florida landscape or go on a relaxing boat trip. The city has a range of green spaces and public parks lined with nature trails and hiking paths. Visit the Venetian Gardens, established in 1938, on the banks of Lake Harris. The park features trails, gardens and canals. Admire the landscape on a stroll along theCanal Street Trail or the Magnolia Trail. Unwind with a leisurely game of golf or tennis at one of the Leesburg recreational sports areas. Find out about Leesburg’s prominence as a citrus- and watermelon-farming city in the early 20th century at the Leesburg Heritage Museum. Learn about the region’s interesting agricultural heritage at Paquette’s Historical Farmall Museum. Tour one of the area’s finest historic houses at the Mote-Morris House, which was built by a former mayor and features a four-story turret. Explore Leesburg’s lakes by boat, kayak or on a scenic road trip. The region’s beautiful natural landscape and abundant Lake County waterways are a great destination for camping and boating. Bring your fishing reel or buy one from a local store to try your luck fishing for sunfish, bluegill and several different species of bass. Head out to Lake Griffin State Park to discover a magnificent natural reserve where ospreys, bald eagles, herons and river otters make their homes. Canoe or sail through Ocklawaha River to the Harris Chain of Lakes. Leesburg is located in central Florida, 44.5 miles (71.6 kilometres) northwest of Orlando. Reach this tranquil Florida getaway via Leesburg International Airport or by car. Central Florida has a sunny and mild winter season and warm, humid summers. Be prepared for high rainfall in the warmer months. Ensure you’re inside during tropical thunderstorms to experience a spectacular lightning show. - Leesburg Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Leesburg ![Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Leesburg/Mt Dora](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/328900/328816/52240e0d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Leesburg/Mt Dora 9700 Us Highway 441 Leesburg FL CA $118 CA $131 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Leesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Big room, clean Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=328816&PinnedHotelID=328816&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6048231) ![Sleep Inn Leesburg Chain of Lakes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/665100/665073/f2b83fbe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sleep Inn Leesburg Chain of Lakes 2476 N. Citrus Blvd Leesburg FL CA $98 CA $109 total Feb 10 - Feb 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Leesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 6.8/10 (676 reviews) Yes Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=665073&PinnedHotelID=665073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6048231) ![Best Western Plus Chain of Lakes Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3080000/3071700/3071682/73e194c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Chain of Lakes Inn & Suites 1321 N 14th St Leesburg FL CA $157 CA $175 total Feb 23 - Feb 24 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Leesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Room was decent. Water in shower only got Luke warm. Breakfast was good. Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=3071682&PinnedHotelID=3071682&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6048231) [See all 2,820 properties in Leesburg](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6048231) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60280000/60270900/60270851/a333ed50_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waterfront Cottage on the Harris chain in Leesburg Leesburg FL Stay at this cottage in Leesburg. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Bell Hammock and Big Hammock are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews) Great place to stay, it was nice to have the boat right at the back door. Owners are very nice and accommodating ! Will stay again. Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Leesburg-Hotels-Waterfront-Cottage-On-The-Harris-Chain-In-Leesburg.h60270851.Hotel-Information) ![Spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath POOL home W/ Gym!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113160000/113155200/113155140/31b8d69c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spacious 4 bedroom 3.5 bath POOL home W/ Gym!! Leesburg FL Stay at this vacation home in Leesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Sumter Sports Complex and Recreation ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews) The property was great! We had 10 people and had plenty of room! The owners were amazing! Extremely attentive to all our needs! They went above and beyond! Would totally rent again! 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