Overview
Clermont is a city in Lake County, Florida, just over 20 miles (32 km) west of Orlando. While the city is small and primarily residential, it is home to a handful of landmarks and offbeat attractions that make it a stop worth considering when in the area. In 2019, the population was about 39,000, an increase of 10,000 over nine years. The city quadrupled its population from 2000 to 2019.
2 sights · 4 things to do · 2 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 3 places to stay
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Best things about Clermont
Florida Citrus Tower
M-Sa 8AM-5PM. Museum detailing the rich history of the region's citrus groves, featuring an elevator-served observation tower at elevation of 226 ft (69 m) with panoramic views.
Lake Louisa State Park
A 4,372-acre (17.69 km²) Florida State Park in the northeast corner of the Green Swamp and the southwestern shore of Lake Louisa. It is made up of bald cypress, live oak and saw palmettos. In addition to Lake Louisa, the…
The Presidents Hall of Fame
Features various exhibits, displays, and memorabilia related to the American presidency, including a highly-detailed miniature replica of the White House.
Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards
Free tours and wine tasting.
Sky Zone Clermont
South Lake Hospital Therapeudic Garden and Meditative Labyrinth
An outdoor labyrinth and therapeutic garden, a helpful tool for quiet meditation, prayer or relaxation. The labyrinth's physical and symbolic paths have served as centers for prayer and meditation by different faiths and…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Oct–Apr. Summer highs reach about 92°F; winter lows dip to about 50°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jun and Aug. (climate data from nearby Orlando)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MCO Orlando International Airport, Orlando — 28 mi away (major hub). Directions
- SFB Orlando Sanford International Airport, Orlando — 35 mi away (major hub). Directions
From downtown Orlando, take FL-408 W and get on Florida's Turnpike FL-50 W, then get off at Exit 272. Follow FL-50 W into Clermont.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Florida Citrus Tower, The Presidents Hall of Fame
- Lunch The Crooked Spoon
- Afternoon Sky Zone Clermont, Lakeridge Winery and Vineyards
- Dinner Troy's Cuban Deli
- Evening Citrus Coffee Company
Day 2
- Morning Lake Louisa State Park
- Afternoon South Lake Hospital Therapeudic Garden and Meditative Labyrinth
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
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Get in
From downtown Orlando, take FL-408 W and get on Florida's Turnpike FL-50 W, then get off at Exit 272. Follow FL-50 W into Clermont.
Get around
By car
By taxi
Orlando Cab Co., +1 407-575-7757
By bus
lists the intercity bus companies serving the Orlando Metropolitan area from all parts of the state.
* South Lake Express Clermont - Orlando Health South Lake Hospital in Four Corners (Cagan Ridge Blvd & Cagan View Rd) via US Hwy 27 * 50 Mascotte - Clermont - Winter Garden (Winter Garden Shopping Center) on FL-Hwy 50. * Link 105 Continues east on W Colonial Dr (SR-50), from Winter Garden Shopping Center on Park Ave & W Colonial Dr, towards the Lynx (Sunrail) Station in downtown Orlando via West Oaks Mall. This route is operated by Lynx. LakeXpress goes just over the county line into Orange County where passengers continue further in on Lynx buses. LakeXpress does not serve any of the SunRail Stations. These routes are not connected to other LakeXpress routes in the northern part of the county in Leesburg, Eustis, Mount Dora, etc.
See
Do
Do Lake Louisa State Park
A 4,372-acre (17.69 km²) Florida State Park in the northeast corner of the Green Swamp and the southwestern shore of Lake Louisa. It is made up of bald cypress, live oak and saw palmettos. In addition to Lake Louisa, the park contains Hammond Lake, Dixie Lake, Dude Lake and Bear Lake. Activities include swimming, picnicking, horeseback riding, hiking, camping, fishing, and canoeing. Amenities include a canoe/kayak ramp, 16 miles (26 km) of equestrian trails, and a primitive equestrian campground, as well as a 0.5-mile (0.80 km) nature trail, 20 miles (32 km) of hiking trails, fishing pier, canoe/kayak launch, and a picnic pavilion.
Do South Lake Hospital Therapeudic Garden and Meditative Labyrinth
An outdoor labyrinth and therapeutic garden, a helpful tool for quiet meditation, prayer or relaxation. The labyrinth's physical and symbolic paths have served as centers for prayer and meditation by different faiths and cultures for thousands of years. The adjoining community gardens offer opportunities to learn the skills of organice gardening and its benefits to those who wish rent a parcel.
Buy
Shop Clermont Landing
Bath & Body Works, Dollar Tree, Game Tree, Famous Footwear, JCPenney, Michael's, Ross Dress for Less, TJ Maxx, D'Italia Pizeeria, Fancy Sushi, Buffalo Wild Wings, Texas Roadhouse, etc.
Shop Clermont Towncenter
Beef O'Brady, Cracker Barrel, Green Garden, Home Depot, Publix, Gator's Dockside, Nothing Bundt Cake, etc etc
Eat
Eat Troy's Cuban Deli
Drink
Drink Citrus Coffee Company
Sleep
Stay Vacation Village Resort
Fully furnished villas and lofts with full kitchens located on 44 acres in South Lake County. Heated Olympic Pool, Access to Lake Louisa, Fishing Pier, Boat Ramp, Tennis Cts., Basketball, Shuffleboard, etc. Wireless internet at Club House. Near golf courses and shopping.
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