What to do in Heartland, FL

Activities, attractions and tours

one of the boardwalk trails through the cypress swamps in Highlands Hammock State Park... nice camping ground in the park #green

https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/highlands-hammock
one of the boardwalk trails through the cypress swamps in Highlands Hammock State Park... nice camping ground in the park #green

https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/highlands-hammock
sunset and moonrise
Other than its actual existence began in 1960, seemingly every other 'fact' about the Lake Placid Tower contains conflicting information.

It's either 240 ft or 270 ft tall. It's either made from concrete blocks, reinforced concrete, or limestone. It may or may not have been the world's greatest concrete block building when it opened.

The tower was built to capitalize on the 40 mile scenic view and the numerous lakes and caladium fields that surround Lake Placid, on the Central Florida Ridge.

The tower closed to visitors in the early 80's due to lack of interest. Ownership changed hands and the tower began receiving visitors a couple years later. The tower is closed seemingly for good as of sometime in the 2000's.

The structure that once touted the "highest payphone in Florida" now operates solely as a cell phone tower.

#Trovember
Lettuce Lake in Arcadia Florida. Beautiful place to kayak or canoe. 
#Waterlust
#TroveronTuesday

Heartland Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Heartland has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Heartland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Heartland to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Heartland Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Heartland.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Heartland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


  • find price illustration

    Explore activities

    Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer.
  • calendar shield illustration

    Book with ease

    Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities.
  • trophy illustration

    Treat yourself

    Members save % or more when you book activities.

The Annual Vacation Sale

Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save.

What to do in Heartland


Discover the most popular places to visit in Heartland

Explore areas of Heartland

Dusk at Lake Talquin State Park near Tallahassee, FL.

Sun 'N Lake

If you're spending some time in Sun 'N Lake, Sun 'n Lake Golf Course and Sun 'n Lake Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

Sun 'N Lake
Default Image

Lake Suzy

When in Lake Suzy, you can plan a visit to Deep Creek and Deep Creek Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Lake Suzy
How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.

Arcadia Historic District

Travelers enjoy Arcadia Historic District for its restaurants and churches. Consider checking out Arcadia Opera House Museum while you're in the area.

Arcadia Historic District
Default Image

Golf Hammock

While there might not be top attractions in Golf Hammock, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Harder Hall Country Club and Sebring Golf Course.

Golf Hammock

 

Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check things to do near me to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be.

 


 

Day trip destinations from Heartland

Explore a world of travel with Expedia