There is plenty of parking at Whispering Meadows Estate. Just before you arrive at the Estate, there will be a parking lot on your right hand side. If you do not want to drive, there’s always the option to Uber!
On the travel page, we have listed 3 different hotels, all which are about 20 minutes from the venue. All are great, but we would recommend The Terrace Hotel. This hotel is located downtown Lakeland and allows you to walk to restaurants, grab a coffee at a local coffee shop, enjoy the Saturday farmers market and walk Lake Hollingsworth, Lake Morton or Lake Mirror!
Nineteen61, Vasco 61, Scarpas, Harry’s, Frescos, Mojo Federal, The Peach House, The Jointery, Cob & Pen, Black & Brew (coffee, breakfast/lunch), Born & Bread Bakehouse
Walk Lake Hollingsworth, Lake Morton or Lake Mirror, Saturday Famers Market downtown, Bonnet Springs Park, shopping: downtown has some local stores along with some shopping at Lakeside Village. Some local spots to grab drinks at are Vasco61, Revival, Cob & Pen, Swan Brewing and The Wine Garden.
Spending a day in Tampa could be so much fun as it’s only about 45 minutes away. Check out Hyde Park Village, Armature Works, Water Street, Davis Island, or the Riverwalk. You can find lots of delicious restaurants and there’s always something going on!