Road trip from Leesburg to Sarasota
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ITINERARY
2h 43m131 miles38 stops
1
Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing
2
Baseline Golf Course
This is a 19-hole, public golf course.
3
MetroWest Golf Club
MetroWest Golf Club, voted the best golf course in Orlando, is located just minutes away from Universal Orlando Resort. The club provides a fair, yet demanding challenge to make a pleasurable golf experience for players of all skill levels.
4
Candler Hills Golf Club
5
Marion Theatre
6
Island H2O Water Park
Island H2O Water Park is your place for family fun! Tube slides, raft riding & splash zones, plus luxury cabana rentals at a sprawling water park.
7
The Woodhouse Day Spa
The Woodhouse Day Spa offers treatments for men and women including facials, massages, body treatments in a Vichy shower, microdermabrasion, hand and foot treatments, and exquisite baths. 6,000 square feet of Victorian decor featuring 16 private guest treatment rooms, men’s & women’s quiet rooms, duet massage room, bath & massage room, private pedicure rooms, and more! The Woodhouse is the perfect place for spa parties & corporate events.
8
West Gate Flea Market
9
The Legends Walk Course
10
Orange Lake Golf
Orange Lake Resort is a 54-hole golf facility located just minutes from world-famous Disney World on Hwy 192. Boasting an 18-hole championship course designed by Arnold Palmer, The Legends at Orange Lake Resort offers two distinct play experiences. The Reserve at Orange Lake consists of 18 holes and expansive greens that were specifically redesigned to be in harmony with our carefully preserved wetlands to give you the taste of natural Florida. Cranes Bend at Orange Lake Resort is a par-30 executive 9-hole course that pays tribute to Orange Lake Resort's diverse wildlife. The Legends Walk at Orange Lake Resort invites you to step back into the early days of the game. Golf legend, Arnold Palmer, designed this unique par 3, 1,581-yard walking course for a quick and exciting nine holes of golf. Kids always play free at the Legends Walk Course!
11
Teatro Martini
When the sun goes down at the circus, the acts get hotter, the laughs get bigger, and everything gets a whole lot crazier. Award winning acts from around the world will amaze and astound while the best of the best perform on the stage and all around you. Laugh till you can’t breath, watch till you can’t believe, and celebrate what happens when you finally get to see Teatro Martini. Located in Orlando, Florida, in the heart of I-Drive, this highly interactive show features circus performers from around the world including comedy magician, clowns, acrobats and performing puppies!
12
Studio Movie Grill - Sunset Walk
13
Cinemark Artegon Marketplace and XD
14
Istanbul Lounge
15
1001 Transportation
Airport Transportation Affordable flat rate Orlando & Miami ground transportation with over 20 years of combined experience. Our chauffeurs have earned an excellent reputation for exceptional standard of safety, reliability and professionalism Transportation in Orlando & Miami Florida.
16
Orange County Convention Center
17
Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
18
Mind Games Interactive Magic
Mind Games: Interactive Magic runs every Wednesday night. Dinner is served from 6:00pm-7:30pm the show starts at 7:45pm.
19
New Balance Factory Store
20
Lake Rianhard
21
Corpus Christi Catholic Church
22
ChampionsGate Golf Resort
23
University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
24
Florida Museum of Photographic Arts
25
Al Lopez Park
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
26
WestShore Plaza
27
Bayshore Boulevard
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
28
Gizella Kopsick Arboretum
29
Museum of Fine Arts
From a legendary permanent collection, to compelling traveling exibitions, the MFA is ready to inspire with diverse and ever-changing opportunities to experience art. Discover over 4,500 years of civilization in thousands of objects ranging from antiquity to the present- the only comprehensive art collection of its kind on Florida's west coast.
30
The Ale and the Witch
31
Overflow Brewing Company
32
Bobby Jones Golf Club
Nature Trails only at this time. 5.23.2020 Bobby Jones Golf Club is the only golf facility located within the city limits of beautiful Sarasota - a golfing mecca nestled on the Gulf of Mexico coast just one hour south of Tampa, Florida. The facility sits on 325 contiguous acres of virgin meadowland adjacent to Fruitville Road (State Road 780), the gateway to downtown Sarasota and its world famous beaches. This historic gem, initially designed by Donald Ross in 1926, has grown to include two 18-hole championship courses and a 9-hole executive course. A particularly unique feature of this complex is the absence of any building development on all but one golf hole.
33
Big Top Brewing Company
When we started Big Top Brewing Company, there were no craft breweries in the Sarasota area and we set out to fix that. We wanted to compliment Sarasota’s historical associations with The Ringling Circus, performing arts, great architecture, the best art and design schools and world renown tourism. The best way we could do that was to craft beer that our home town can be proud of. We plan to continue the tradition of the arts and help Sarasota add beer town to its identity. Come step under our big top and see for yourself. Big Top Brewing Company artistically crafts world class beers, inspired by our passion, integrity, and the history of our home town.
34
Pineapple Rocks
Amazing crystals, fossils, jewelry, dinosaur teeth, shark teeth, rock and roll memorabilia and other cool stuff you've never seen before. We have a great stock of minerals and rocks WHOLESALE TO THE PUBLIC by the flat and by the pound. We make our own wire wrapped jewelry and can turn your treasures into wearable art. You can design and make your own jewelry with a Sterling silver pendant, shark tooth, crystal or ceramic pendant. We have a fantastic collection of Rock and Roll memorabilia and posters from the 1960s and 1970.
35
Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex
Conveniently located less than two miles from downtown Sarasota, Arlington Park was selected as one of the South Florida locations on the Great Florida Birding & Wildlife Trail. This city park offers residents and visitors a 50-meter lap pool, 25-yard instructional pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, outdoor fitness gym, ½-mile walking trail, and dog park. This park is owned and operated by the City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District. Many recreational, as well as aquatic programs, are offered.
36
Aquasandz
We welcome you to Aquasandz… a reflection of true attraction, we invite you to experience a nail and body spa haven. A tradition of personal well-being designed to nourish your body and soul from the inside out, naturally. Our mission day to day are to provide a comforting, yet stimulating, atmosphere in which clients will be able to relax both their mind and body, reconnecting their daily lives t
37
Village Bikes
38
Gulf Gate Public Library
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OVERVIEW
Leesburg to Sarasota
1
Start:Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(564) review
13700 SW 16th Ave, Ocala, FL 34473-3970
2
Start:Baseline Golf Course
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(76) review
This is a 19-hole, public golf course.
3
Start:MetroWest Golf Club
Orlando, Florida·
3.0
(96) review
MetroWest Golf Club, voted the best golf course in Orlando, is located just minutes away from Universal Orlando Resort. The club provides a fair, yet demanding challenge to make a pleasurable golf experience for players of all skill levels.
4
Start:Candler Hills Golf Club
Ocala, Florida·
4.0
(55) review
8139 SW 90th Terrace Rd, Ocala, FL 34481-5597
5
Start:Marion Theatre
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(90) review
50 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471-1153
6
Start:Island H2O Water Park
Kissimmee, Florida·
3.5
(96) review
Island H2O Water Park is your place for family fun! Tube slides, raft riding & splash zones, plus luxury cabana rentals at a sprawling water park.
7
Start:The Woodhouse Day Spa
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(93) review
The Woodhouse Day Spa offers treatments for men and women including facials, massages, body treatments in a Vichy shower, microdermabrasion, hand and foot treatments, and exquisite baths. 6,000 square feet of Victorian decor featuring 16 private guest treatment rooms, men’s & women’s quiet rooms, duet massage room, bath & massage room, private pedicure rooms, and more! The Woodhouse is the perfect place for spa parties & corporate events.
8
Start:West Gate Flea Market
Kissimmee, Florida·
2.5
(79) review
8546 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34747-1014
9
Start:The Legends Walk Course
Kissimmee, Florida·
4.0
(96) review
8505 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy Orange Lake Resort, Kissimmee, FL 34747-8217
10
Start:Orange Lake Golf
Kissimmee, Florida·
3.5
(71) review
Orange Lake Resort is a 54-hole golf facility located just minutes from world-famous Disney World on Hwy 192. Boasting an 18-hole championship course designed by Arnold Palmer, The Legends at Orange Lake Resort offers two distinct play experiences. The Reserve at Orange Lake consists of 18 holes and expansive greens that were specifically redesigned to be in harmony with our carefully preserved wetlands to give you the taste of natural Florida. Cranes Bend at Orange Lake Resort is a par-30 executive 9-hole course that pays tribute to Orange Lake Resort's diverse wildlife. The Legends Walk at Orange Lake Resort invites you to step back into the early days of the game. Golf legend, Arnold Palmer, designed this unique par 3, 1,581-yard walking course for a quick and exciting nine holes of golf. Kids always play free at the Legends Walk Course!
11
Start:Teatro Martini
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(960) review
When the sun goes down at the circus, the acts get hotter, the laughs get bigger, and everything gets a whole lot crazier. Award winning acts from around the world will amaze and astound while the best of the best perform on the stage and all around you. Laugh till you can’t breath, watch till you can’t believe, and celebrate what happens when you finally get to see Teatro Martini. Located in Orlando, Florida, in the heart of I-Drive, this highly interactive show features circus performers from around the world including comedy magician, clowns, acrobats and performing puppies!
12
Start:Studio Movie Grill - Sunset Walk
Kissimmee, Florida·
3.5
(57) review
3204 Margaritaville Blvd, Kissimmee, FL 34747-3004
13
Start:Cinemark Artegon Marketplace and XD
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(95) review
5150 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-9423
14
Start:Istanbul Lounge
Orlando, Florida·
2.5
(9) review
8395 International Dr I-Drive 360, Home of the Coca-Cola, Orlando Eye, Orlando, FL 32819-9300
15
Start:1001 Transportation
Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(98) review
Airport Transportation Affordable flat rate Orlando & Miami ground transportation with over 20 years of combined experience. Our chauffeurs have earned an excellent reputation for exceptional standard of safety, reliability and professionalism Transportation in Orlando & Miami Florida.
16
Start:Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(957) review
9800 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819-8111
17
Start:Ocala Palms Golf & Country Club
Ocala, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
5174 NW 26th St, Ocala, FL 34482-3250
18
Start:Mind Games Interactive Magic
Celebration, Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(9) review
Mind Games: Interactive Magic runs every Wednesday night. Dinner is served from 6:00pm-7:30pm the show starts at 7:45pm.
19
Start:New Balance Factory Store
Kissimmee, Florida·
4.0
(9) review
5881 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746-4717
20
Start:Lake Rianhard
Celebration, Orlando, Florida·
4.5
(95) review
701 Front St Em frente a Market Street, Celebration, Orlando, FL 34747-4915
21
Start:Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Celebration, Orlando, Florida·
5.0
(99) review
1050 Celebration Ave, Celebration, Orlando, FL 34747-4867
22
Start:ChampionsGate Golf Resort
Orlando, Florida·
4.0
(62) review
8575 White Shark Blvd, Orlando, FL 33896-8621
23
Start:University of South Florida Botanical Gardens, Tampa
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(98) review
4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620-5150
24
Start:Florida Museum of Photographic Arts
Tampa, Florida·
3.5
(96) review
1630 E. 7th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605
25
Start:Al Lopez Park
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(97) review
Two popular flat loops, .8 and 1.2-miles, through the woods.
26
Start:WestShore Plaza
Tampa, Florida·
4.0
(99) review
250 WestShore Plaza, Tampa, FL 33609-1918
27
Start:Bayshore Boulevard
Tampa, Florida·
4.5
(972) review
Home of the world's longest sidewalk.
28
Start:Gizella Kopsick Arboretum
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.5
(97) review
901 N Shore Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-2052
29
Start:Museum of Fine Arts
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.5
(964) review
From a legendary permanent collection, to compelling traveling exibitions, the MFA is ready to inspire with diverse and ever-changing opportunities to experience art. Discover over 4,500 years of civilization in thousands of objects ranging from antiquity to the present- the only comprehensive art collection of its kind on Florida's west coast.
30
Start:The Ale and the Witch
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.0
(91) review
111 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3434
31
Start:Overflow Brewing Company
St. Petersburg, Florida·
4.0
(9) review
770 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701-3604
32
Start:Bobby Jones Golf Club
Sarasota, Florida·
3.0
(97) review
Nature Trails only at this time. 5.23.2020 Bobby Jones Golf Club is the only golf facility located within the city limits of beautiful Sarasota - a golfing mecca nestled on the Gulf of Mexico coast just one hour south of Tampa, Florida. The facility sits on 325 contiguous acres of virgin meadowland adjacent to Fruitville Road (State Road 780), the gateway to downtown Sarasota and its world famous beaches. This historic gem, initially designed by Donald Ross in 1926, has grown to include two 18-hole championship courses and a 9-hole executive course. A particularly unique feature of this complex is the absence of any building development on all but one golf hole.
33
Start:Big Top Brewing Company
Sarasota, Florida·
4.5
(91) review
When we started Big Top Brewing Company, there were no craft breweries in the Sarasota area and we set out to fix that. We wanted to compliment Sarasota’s historical associations with The Ringling Circus, performing arts, great architecture, the best art and design schools and world renown tourism. The best way we could do that was to craft beer that our home town can be proud of. We plan to continue the tradition of the arts and help Sarasota add beer town to its identity. Come step under our big top and see for yourself. Big Top Brewing Company artistically crafts world class beers, inspired by our passion, integrity, and the history of our home town.
34
Start:Pineapple Rocks
Sarasota, Florida·
5.0
(9) review
Amazing crystals, fossils, jewelry, dinosaur teeth, shark teeth, rock and roll memorabilia and other cool stuff you've never seen before. We have a great stock of minerals and rocks WHOLESALE TO THE PUBLIC by the flat and by the pound. We make our own wire wrapped jewelry and can turn your treasures into wearable art. You can design and make your own jewelry with a Sterling silver pendant, shark tooth, crystal or ceramic pendant. We have a fantastic collection of Rock and Roll memorabilia and posters from the 1960s and 1970.
35
Start:Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex
Sarasota, Florida·
4.5
(9) review
Conveniently located less than two miles from downtown Sarasota, Arlington Park was selected as one of the South Florida locations on the Great Florida Birding & Wildlife Trail. This city park offers residents and visitors a 50-meter lap pool, 25-yard instructional pool, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, tennis courts, playground, outdoor fitness gym, ½-mile walking trail, and dog park. This park is owned and operated by the City of Sarasota Parks & Recreation District. Many recreational, as well as aquatic programs, are offered.
36
Start:Aquasandz
Sarasota, Florida·
5.0
(9) review
We welcome you to Aquasandz… a reflection of true attraction, we invite you to experience a nail and body spa haven. A tradition of personal well-being designed to nourish your body and soul from the inside out, naturally. Our mission day to day are to provide a comforting, yet stimulating, atmosphere in which clients will be able to relax both their mind and body, reconnecting their daily lives t
37
Start:Village Bikes
Sarasota, Florida·
4.0
(9) review
3898 S Osprey Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239-6830
38
Start:Gulf Gate Public Library
Sarasota, Florida·
5.0
(92) review
7112 Curtiss Ave, Sarasota, FL 34231-8013
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between Leesburg and Sarasota?
The distance is 131 miles
What's the travel time between Leesburg and Sarasota?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 2h 43m mins in normal traffic
What are some of the best cities to visit between Leesburg and Sarasota?
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Sarasota?
There are plenty! Here are some stops you shouldn’t miss on your way to Sarasota
What’s the weather like in Sarasota?
The weather in Sarasota is generally mild year-round, with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. See the links below for more information
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