Location: Plant City
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Plant City is an incorporated city in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States, approximately midway between Brandon and Lakeland along Interstate 4. The population was 34,721 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Plant City
1. Parkesdale Farm Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 512 reviews
Reviewed By pablo594 - Miami, United States
Strawberry Shortcake the number two with soft ice cream whipped cream it's the dye for it's wonderful plus there's plenty of other can Jarred Goods fresh vegetables strawberry onion what's goes on and on great place
2. Edward Medard Regional Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
The Edward Medard Park is tucked away in eastern Hillsborough County between Brandon and Plant City. The Park extends along 1,284 acres where a dike, control structure and reservoir offer some flood protection along the Alafia River. In 1972, under an agreement with the District, Hillsborough County developed this site as one of its largest and most popular regional parks, visited yearly by more than 400,000 people.
Reviewed By Heatherk321 - Pensacola, United States
This park is huge and there’s so much to explore. We camped here for a week with kids ranging in the ages of 12-16. There’s a range of activities to keep all ages entertained. There’s hiking trails, gorgeous water views, playgrounds, wild life and frisbee golf. There’s plenty of room to spread out and go on different hiking trails. We will definitely be back. The only downside was the bathrooms in the campground area aren’t kept very clean. The woman who cleans them just uses a water hose and sprays from the ceiling to the floor. She soaks the toilet paper and the ceiling drips for about 30 minutes after she’s done. I have never seen anyone clean like this. The bathrooms are a 2/10. There are dead bugs everywhere and the walls are dirty.
3. Plant City Train Viewing Platform
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By RichC32958
Good place to watch from if there's anything to watch. We were just coming out from the museum across the tracks when.....the gates went down, the lights started flashing, and the thunder of an Amtrak train was in the distance. We weren't 30 feet from it as it went by. I don't know if it would have been any better watching from the platform but we went over to check it out anyway. You can see the crossing diamond well from upstairs and some of he historical district but no other trains showed up. Bummer, but go here anyway!
4. Robert W. Willaford Railroad Museum
5. Metals and Nature
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Our garden has been open for over 30 years, filled with handmade wrought iron, statuary, and a variety of animals throughout two acres of mossy oak trees. Take a stroll by Boinky the pig, have a chat with the parrots, and watch the peacocks strut their feathers all while surrounded by our handcrafted iron designs and unique statuary. Gates, furniture and iron décor of all styles - we make custom designs and have original designs ready for purchase. People come to relax, take pictures, paint, or just eat lunch on the picnic tables. There's never a need to buy anything, simply enjoy the blend of art and nature. Make yourself at home in the garden and ring the big bell by the gazebo if you need anything, including complimentary water and bug spray. We're open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-4pm and Monday and Tuesday by appointment.
Reviewed By KarenV87 - Tampa, United States
This garden is absolutely beautiful! It's not too far from the Berry Barn on State Rd 60. You can't miss it. There are large signs about their wrought iron gates and statues that will lead you in. Yes, 2 acres of iron artwork and sculpted statues. It's a butterfly garden with beautiful birds. They even have a talking pig that comes up to you as soon as you approach his home. A very vocal pig! I literally was mesmerized by all of this. We were greeted by a talking parrot. I believe her name is Annie (or so I've read). She says "Hi" to you as you walk up to her cage. Such a sweetie! A nice woman who I believe was the owner told us to ring the huge bell out front if we needed her for anything. Apparently they are used to people coming to visit just to get inspired. The entire garden is full of strategically placed sculptures, iron work, fountains, and many outdoor accessories (benches, tables, mail boxes, and so on). It's a place of business but also a botanical garden. As you walk along the paths towards the back of the garden you will also see a very large caged area sitting near a pond. There are some larger peacocks, a rooster, and another type of bird contained inside of it. You'll also see a few peacocks roaming through the garden. It was actually quite funny because I had initially seen them from afar at the other end of the garden. I didn't see them anymore as we got near to that part of the garden. I started to ask my mother where they all went, and that's when I noticed that the peacock was right in front of us (about 4 feet away). My mother didn't see it immediately until I told her where it was. It was as still as a statue. It just happened to turn around and look at us. Then, I saw his buddy in the garden behind him looking for insects in the bushes. There was also a white peacock that looked like a little princess. What a cool experience! I can't wait to go back. I'd like to get a few things for my garden one day soon. It was such a peaceful place. A place that anyone would enjoy. They are not open on Monday and Tuesday so plan accordingly. I suggest that you go this time of year (December or January) when it's cool. I'm sure that it's even more beautiful in the spring and summer. But there is water nearby, and with water there are mosquitoes. We thankfully didn't see or feel any mosquitoes today.
6. Dinosaur World
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 666 reviews
Dinosaur World is a self guided outdoor museum with over 200 life size dinosaurs in a natural setting. Dig for fossils in the Fossil Dig, uncover a life size dinosaur skeleton replica from under the sand in the Boneyard, visit Exploration Cave for a guided tour with a Paleontologist and try your hand at trivia during the Triviasaurus Rex Game Show! Check out the museum with real artifacts and animatronic dinosaurs and our NEW Florida Fossils Museum! Pan for real gems and minerals at the Dino Gem Mine and CRACK YOUR OWN GEODE at the Geode Cracker!
Reviewed By rabbeduto - Saint Clair Shores, United States
My 2.5 year old son loves dinosaurs and he had a blast here. A bit disappointed that they charged full price during Covid when all their interactive exhibits where closed, but it was still very enjoyable and I love that it's dog friendly. I was also impressed with the exhibit quality, I thought this would be corny but it was great!
7. Keel And Curley Winery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 294 reviews
Reviewed By Prayzhym - Alexandria, United States
Stopped in after the Strawberry Festival to check the winery out. We were very impressed with the place, great wine flights and amazing apps. If we were from the area, we would make this place a must go to for date night or just a fun little stop. The wait staff was the best, Bob was really a genuine nice guy. Stop and say hi to Bob from the couple from Minnesota!
