How to Plan a Trip to Leesburg, FL

Leesburg is located in Lake County, FL.

Leesburg, FL was founded in the mid 1800s in what later became Lake County. In the early 1900s it was best known for its watermelon industry, and in the later part of the century for its citrus. Today, Leesburg is a growing retirement community in Central Florida.

Instructions

Getting There

1. Book a flight to either Orlando International Airport or Orlando-Sanford International Airport for the closest service to Leesburg. It is about a 70-minute drive from either airport. You will have to drive along toll roads from either airport, so have spare change handy.

2. For public transportation to Leesburg, from Orlando International Airport take The Villages Shuttle. The cost is $50 per person. Taxis are available to take you to Leesburg from the Spanish Springs and Lake Sumter Landing stations in the nearby community of The Villages. There are extra charges for golf bags and pets.

3. There are many motels in Leesburg that offer rates well under $100 a night. For more upscale lodging, check hotels in The Villages.

Places to Eat

1. Eat at Naples, a family-run Italian restaurant serving incredible pizzas and traditional Italian fare. It is a hidden gem in Leesburg. Tucked away in a strip mall, Naples has affordable prices, and you'll be treated like family.

2. If it's sandwiches and cold beer you're craving, dine on the patio at Ramshackle Cafe. This hard-to-miss location is located on Leesburg's main drag, 14th Street.

3. Dine at Vic's Embers Supper Club for everything from escargot to Florida alligator. This fine-dining establishment serves steaks, seafood and pastas. Most dishes run about $30 per person.

Events in Leesburg

1. Visit at the end of April for the annual Leesburg Bikefest. Motorcyclists come from all over to enjoy the music, competitions and skills shows.

2. Party in costume each February at Leesburg Mardi Gras. There are activities for all ages, including a Float Parade, Pet Parade, Mardi Gras Ball and more.

3. See sporting events in Leesburg. The Lake County Spartans are the minor-league football team that calls Leesburg home, and the Leesburg Lightning represent the Florida Collegiate Baseball League.

4. Mote Morris house is a charming example of Victorian architecture in Leesburg. In its 102-year history, only three families have owned the home, which was moved three blocks from its original site in 1990. It is now open to the public from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month.

Resources

• The Villages Shuttle
• Naples Italian Restaurant
• Vic's Embers
• City of Leesburg