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Meet Me In Mount Dora

Meet Me in Mount Dora is your guide to experiencing the city beyond the postcard. Each story brings together restaurants, shops, attractions, parks and lakefront experiences that create a memorable day. From first-visit itineraries and romantic escapes to hidden corners and worthwhile stops beyond downtown, the series makes planning easier without removing the joy of discovery. Whether you are visiting for the first time or looking for a new way to enjoy a familiar place, Meet Me in Mount Dora offers a thoughtful starting point—and plenty of reasons to slow down and stay awhile.
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Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Three Stops for the Perfect First Visit to Mount Dora

Begin at the newly renovated Mount Dora Historic Train Depot, slow down along the Lake Dora waterfront at Palm Island Park, and finish with dinner overlooking the water at Pisces Rising. These three stops offer an easy introduction to the history, scenery and atmosphere that define Mount Dora.

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Tuesday, August 4, 2026
A Mount Dora Date That Feels Like a Getaway

Turn an afternoon in Mount Dora into a romantic escape with an Afternoon in Paris at The Mount Dora Bistro, a sunset cruise with Rusty Anchor Boat Tours, and live piano at Tremain’s Tavern inside Lakeside Inn. Three distinct experiences create a date night that feels much farther from home.

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Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Three Stops Beyond Downtown Mount Dora Worth the Drive

Venture beyond downtown Mount Dora for a day of antique hunting at Renninger’s, a paddlewheel-style cruise across Lake Dora aboard the Dora Queen, and dinner at Mission Resort + Club. These three stops reveal how much more there is to explore just a short drive from the city center.

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