Things To Do
Jones Brothers Air & Seaplane Adventures
Catch a scenic tour of Lake Dora with a seaplane ride! This tour takes off from the water and offers stunning aerial views of Tavares – America’s Seaplane City and the beautiful Harris Chain of Lakes.
Lake Harris Hideaway
A great option to enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Harris on their outside deck with food & drinks that also offers a variety of live entertainment from Thursday through Sunday! Hours: 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM Saturday - Thursday
O'Keefe's Irish Pub & Restaurant
Offers great food & drinks! Hours: Monday-Thursday 4PM-9PM Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM Sunday 11AM-8PM
The Argonaut Bar and Lounge
The most unique submarine / underwater theme bar that offers great drinks! Hours: Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday: 5:00 pm - 12:00 am Saturday: 1:00 pm - 12:00 am Sunday: 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
BTW's Crafted Concoctions
Our favorite cocktail bar in town that is also attached to BTW, a burger restaurant! Hours: Tuesday-Thursday: 11AM-9PM Friday: 11AM-10PM Saturday: 12PM-10PM Sunday: 12PM-4PM
Ruby Street Grille
Great option for lakeside dining that offers live entertainment on their back deck Wednesday-Sunday! Hours: Open every day 11:30AM-2AM
Puddle Jumpers Lakeside Grill & Bar
One of our favorite restaurants in town that offers a beautiful view of the water with a seaplane twist! Hours: Friday & Saturday: 11am-10:30pm Sunday-Thursday: 11am-9:30pm
Downtown Mount Dora
Explore the beautiful historic downtown Mount Dora, just a little over a ten minute drive from downtown Tavares. Spend the day visiting the local boutiques/shops and grab a bite to eat. While there are so many different restaurants to choose from here, our favorite places in Mount Dora are below. -The Goblin Market Restaurant & Lounge, 330 Dora Drawdy Way, Mt Dora, FL 32757 -Pisces Rising, 239 W Fourth Ave, Mt Dora, FL 32757 -HandleBar, 100 E Fourth Ave, Mt Dora, FL 32757
Deer Island Country Club
For our guests who want to get a round of golf in!
Adventure Outdoor Paddle
Take a Dora Canal paddle tour with kayak rentals and private tours to experience the colorful flora and fauna populating Lake Dora, Lake Beauclair, Lake Eustis, and the rest of the Harris Chain of Lakes.
Tavares History Museum
Housed in an old train station, the museum offers exhibits about the town's history and its connection to the railway. Hours: Open Thursdays & Fridays 10AM-2PM