Things To Do
Downtown DeLand's Historic Garden District
Downtown DeLand is arguably the most enjoyed “mini” downtown in Central Florida. From antique shops, to art galleries, furniture stores, eccentric markets, and boutiques, to gourmet restaurants, trend-setting bars and nightlife, monthly festivals and live music.
Stetson Mansion
Florida’s Most Historic Home Tripadvisor has named the Stetson Mansion the #1 rated Landmark Tourist Attraction in all of Florida. Florida's First Luxury Estate, built in 1886 for famed hat maker John B. Stetson, is the largest, grandest, and most historic home ever built in Florida before the 20th century. It was the first home in Florida designed and constructed with Edison electricity, steam heat, indoor plumbing and a call bell system. Opulent details include 16 different mosaic parquet wood floor patterns, 10,000 panes of antique glass and various hand made wood embellishments.
Blue Springs State Park
Located within 6 miles of Deland, Blue Spring State Park in Orange City is a must-visit destination for travelers looking for outdoor adventure all year round. You can hike the park's multiple trails and set up a picnic amidst the beautiful surroundings. During summer, go canoeing and scuba diving in the crystal-clear waters, or take a leisurely boat tour around the reservation. And in the colder months, you can see migrating manatees taking over the warm waters of the springs there's no better way to experience this than on a paddleboarding or kayaking tour. Can't get enough? You can spend the night camping or rent a cozy cabin in the park. **During periods of high visitation, visitors may experience long lines to enter Blue Spring State Park. The park frequently reaches capacity and may temporarily close.** - GET THERE EARLY!
Universal Islands of Adventure
Located within 40 miles of Deland with three theme parks, eight resort hotels and CityWalk, you’ll enjoy endless fun and adventure at Universal Orlando Resort. Between thrilling rides, restaurants, shops and relaxing poolside loungers, there truly is something for everyone.
Walt Disney World® Resort
Four theme parks, two water parks, elevated dining and shopping, imaginative resorts and so much more. See why the magic never stops at Walt Disney World® Resort.
De León Springs State Park
Once called Acuera, or “Healing Waters,” by Mayaca Indians who inhabited the area, De Leon Springs is a place to cool off in clear waters, roam trails through a lush subtropical forest that features a massive old-growth bald cypress tree, and immerse oneself in a rich history. The spring run was once used to turn a sugar cane mill followed by a grist mill to turn corn into flour during the Civil War.
