10 Things to Do in De Leon Springs That You Shouldn't Miss

Deep Creek Stables represents an authentic Florida horseback riding experience with access to over 18,000 acres of breath taking trails representing Florida's natural habitat. Individuals, family and groups are welcome. We offer trail rides, skeet shooting, buggy rides, hay rides, horse training and lessons.

Stetson Mansion is a spectacular Victorian mansion built for famed hat maker and philanthropist John B Stetson in 1886. Situated right between Orlando and Daytona in DeLand makes it convenient for all visiting the central Florida area. This is Florida's first luxury estate and houses some of the most beautiful and intricate parquet floors in the world. The mansion is one of the first homes in the world to be designed and built with Edison electricity. The owners have painstakingly renovated every square inch of the 10,000 sq foot masterpiece while incorporating today's modern conveniences. All this was done without compromising the architectural or historical integrity. Every room on every one of the three floors is magnificently decorated and every room features a different style floor and window design There is Reservations are required $20-$30 per person and children are $15. Payment is cash at the door and we do charge applicable sales tax. See you at the Mansion!!

The mission of the Barberville Pioneer Settlement is to educate and entrust the public and future generations with knowledge of the pioneer lifestyle of our forefathers through hands on experience, folk demonstrations, preservation and historic exhibits. The historical village museum is situated on a thirty-acre campus that features 18 historical structures and a collection of over 10,000 items. The Settlement offers self guided and guided tours, field trips, workshops and demonstrations, as well as rental facilities for meetings, small weddings and special events. General Information Seasonal Hours November 15th - Mother's Day - Open 7 Days Sundays Noon - 4pm Monday - Saturday 9am - 4pm. Mother's Day - November 15th Open Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 4pm and on Mondays by reservation for large groups Closed Holidays - New Year's Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day. NOTE - Arrive at least 1.5 hours prior to closing time! Service Animals Only Allowed on Grounds. Admission Prices; General Admission-Self-Guided Tours $8/each Adults $7/each Seniors (60+), Veterans and Groups of 5 or more $4/each Children ages 6 -12 Free for Children under 5. Guided Tours Reservations and a minimum of $50.00 required. $10/each Adults $5/each Children ages 6-12 Free for Children under 5. Special Events Admission prices are subject to change due to specifics of each event. Annual Fundraising Events - Spring Frolic the last weekend of April and the Fall Country Jamboree the first full weekend of November.

Located on the eastern side of Lake Woodruff in the National Wildlife Refuge, this park offers outdoor fun, restaurants and picnic areas.

Large collection of venomous snakes and live venom extraction program twice daily. Nature trail, picnic facilities. Open Thurs-Sunday.

Established as a migratory bird refuge, much of this wildlife refuge is marsh or swamp and is accessible only by boat. In addition to the birds – there are about 215 species detectable – the swamp area holds many kinds of fish and even alligators.

Smooth Waters Wildlife Park is a smaller and very guest friendly zoological park dedicated to promoting conservation, education, and the preservation of endangered species. We have fun with our guests and interact with you to give you the same great experience we'd want to have when we visit other parks and zoos. At Smooth Waters, there's always "Fun, Smiles, & Crocodiles", and our prices aren't too shabby either! Enjoy Central Florida's best "fraction of a day attraction" for the same price you might spend at any other attractions snack bar!

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The Athens Theatre is a fully restored historic theatre. Once the centerpiece of DeLand, this red-bricked beauty is a jewel of Italian Renaissance architecture. This historic theatre was designed in 1921 by prominent Orlando architect Murray S. King and first opened its doors on January 6th, 1922. Above the stage's proscenium arch is an original 1920's Grecian Freeze by artist Samuel Judson Stone. Each year the Athens Theatre presents six large theatrical productions by the Athens Theatre Company & Youth Academy, numerous concerts, community events, and gatherings.