34 Best & Fun Things to Do in Lakeland (FL) - The Tourist Checklist

This is what makes Lakeland special! ❤️🏠🌳🦢 What’s your favorite thing about living in Lakeland? With a rich history dating back to its incorporation in January 1885, Lakeland has grown to become one of the largest inland communities in Florida. Our city is thriving, with a population nearing 130,000 and a prime location along the I-4 corridor, just an hour away from tourist attractions and Gulf beaches. Lakeland is also proud to operate Lakeland Electric, the third-largest publicly owned util

💧🐜🦝🦅🌱 A visit to the City of Lakeland, FL - Government's Se7en Wetlands is more than a day in the park. Visitors experience nature in a space that utilizes the natural flow of wetlands to process water from our water treatment plants. There's something for everyone, from guided hikes to educational events and volunteer opportunities. Learn more and get involved at lakelandgov.net/wetlands. #NatureLovers #WetlandWednesday #lkld #lakelandfl #parksandrec #watertreatment | City of Lakeland Park

It's Wetland Wednesday! Have you ever wondered what the City does at the Wetlands all day?? Maintaining over 1,600 acres of marshes, swamps, uplands, and lakes is no small feat! Se7en Wetlands is the final part of the City’s wastewater treatment cycle, so the water quality is tested daily to ensure that when it enters Tampa Bay, it will not negatively impact the ecosystem. | City of Lakeland, FL - Government

Have you explored Lakeland history....from home? We're celebrating National Library Week with the Lakeland Public Library and the digital Lakeland History Room has thousands of photos and documents from Lakeland (and Polk/Central Florida) history, including the Origins of Lakeland series that is VERY easy to get lost in. Visit LakelandGov.net/LakelandHistoryRoom to begin exploring, and don't forget to stop into the physical history room at the main branch once the library is open again! | City o

Have you checked out the Lakeland History and Culture Center yet? The current exhibit is titled "Ties That Bind". It gives visitors a detailed look at the early development of Lakeland and how figures and landmarks tie into what we see in the city today. The exhibit is completely FREE to the public. While at the Lakeland Public Library (Main Branch) stop by to learn for yourself or schedule a group tour! While there, you can learn about the other resources offered in the Lakeland History Room. T

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