Location: Arcadia
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Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Arcadia, Florida (FL)
Arcadia is a city and county seat of DeSoto County, Florida, United States. The population was 7,637 as of the 2010 census, with an estimated population of 7,722 in 2014. Arcadia's Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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1. Peace River Charters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 310 reviews
Come on a real Florida ride on a airboat with a USCG certified captain on the beautiful Peace River. Enjoy the wildlife and beautiful scenery on a exciting nature tour.
2. Seminole Wind Airboat tour
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5.0 based on 64 reviews
Seminole Wind Airboat Tours & Fishing Charters is a privately owned and operated tour boat company located on the beautiful Peace River in Arcadia, Florida. With over 30 combined years of experience our U.S. Coast Guard licensed and insured Captains will ensure that you get the ultimate wildlife experience of the Peace River.
3. Canoe Outpost-Peace River
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4.5 based on 126 reviews
The Canoe Outpost is located right on the banks of the Peace River just two miles west of Arcadia off State Road 70, right behind the Arcadia Peace River Campground. Just 1 hour from Sarasota, less than 2 hours from Tampa/St. Pete, 2 hours from Orlando, and about 3 hours from Miami/ Ft. Lauderdale, the Outpost is easily reached by all. Canoe Outpost-Peace River offers leisure, scenic relaxing paddle trips on Florida’s most popular State Paddle Trail. Experience wildlife viewing, birding, fishing, picnicking, swimming, camping, hiking, fossil hunting, and of course, canoeing and kayaking. Pet and kid friendly and fun and relaxation can be found for all ages. Wilderness half-day, full-day, or overnight camping trips are available. Open year ‘round, 7 days a week. Specials, discounts, and other services are available. Groups of all sizes welcome. Open since 1969, Canoe Outpost-Peace River is Florida's oldest and largest canoe outfitter. Be a Peace Paddler! Reservations required.
4. Lions, Tigers & Bears
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By H3074JWlaurac - Madison, United States
This is a wonderful experience for adults and children alike to get up close to these animals. It also is educational for everyone, and helps provide for the care of these wonderful animals!
5. The Arcadia Opera House
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4.5 based on 73 reviews
The Arcadia Opera House, built in 1906, is a museum and enormous antique shop. It houses an amazing collection of historical items and the theater is in near original condition. Several paranormal investigations have taken place there and the Opera House is a well know haunted location.
Reviewed By Getaway319774
It was a Monday, so many of the antique stores were closed. We were fortunate to stumble on The Bizarre Bazaar located in The Opera House. We spent over an hour wandering in the various small shops. The owner of the building and his shop The Bizarre Bazaar was so helpful finding things for us and giving us good deals on our new treasures. Will certainly go back on our next visit.
6. Rattlers Old West Saloon
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 925eviea - North Port, United States
I only visit Arcadia a few times a year, but for the past 15 years, I always stop at Rattler's Old West Saloon when in or passing through Arcadia. It's a perfect accompaniment for the Oak Street antique shop row being itself a historic building and vintage-style bar. [That includes smoking allowed which may be a turn off for some people, so be aware. Although I don't smoke, it doesn't bother me to spend half an hour or so in this bar.] I love the high ceilings and loge-style second floor seating. The lady's room is the most beautiful and comfortable I've ever seen. I haven't been there at night for a show but the stage looks exciting! Our bartender David was charming, personable, informative and my friend said he made a great Bloody Mary!
7. Brownville Park
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By StElmoChatt
We camped here for 5 nights. The camping is beautiful - live oaks everywhere, and very quiet at night. During the day (and especially the weekend) there are plenty of kayakers and visitors around the campground - this was fine with us as we were fossil hunting all day. The bathrooms are efficient and not fancy. The water has a strong sulfur taste, so bring your own if you don't like that. We loved our time here and we'll be back if we're in the area again!
8. Joshua Citrus
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
We are a century pioneer family farm in the Arcadia, FL area. At our grove stand we have fresh citrus in season and fresh squeezed juices, ice cream, key lime pie and all sorts of citrus based products and gifts. We also have Grove Tours by appointment only.
Reviewed By ruthrozel - Louisville, United States
Everyone was so nice and helpful. It was nice to be able to walk through the garden and pick what vegetable we wanted. Great place to visit. Heading back in a couple days for more fruit and vegetables.
9. Fossil Expeditions
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5.0 based on 51 reviews
10. Nav-A-Gator
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4.5 based on 35 reviews
