The Hotel Jacaranda is convenient to the best in culture and recreation that Highlands County has to offer. Located in Historic Downtown Avon Park, right on Main Street, you will be surrounded by local culture.

Here, you can view art exhibits (South Florida State College Museum of Florida Art and Culture), enjoy hiking, picnicking, and bird-watching opportunities (Avon Park Air Force Bombing Range and Highlands Hammock State Park), take in seasonal lawnmower races (Avon Park Mower-Plex), attend live performances by renowned artists (Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts), and patronize community theater (Highlands Little Theatre). You can view Lake Placid’s collection of nearly 40 murals and purchase arts and crafts created locally (Lake Placid Arts and Crafts Cooperative).

Unique gift and antique shops are sprinkled throughout the county, inviting shoppers to browse and buy specialty items, including the shops in the Hotel’s arcade: Tassel & Thread, The Artist Group, and H. Benitez Studio & Boutique. Special events and sales take place throughout the year. Auto racing fans can get in on the excitement of the 12 Hours of Sebring (Sebring International Raceway), while art lovers and history buffs can enjoy music, entertainment, and shopping at Springtime on the Mall (Avon Park), the Highlands Art League’s Annual Art Festival (Sebring), the Civilian Conservation Corps Festival (Sebring), and the Caladium Festival (Lake Placid).

In addition to seasonal attractions, Highlands County offers year-round recreational opportunities through its numerous golf courses, lakes, public parks, bike trails, tennis courts, and playgrounds—all within the convenience of the historic Hotel Jacaranda. Go to visitsebring.com for more information on Highlands County attractions and ideas for your next visit.