Sanford Tours & Experiences

20/12/2024

Sanford has come a long way in less than a century! 🕰️

Looking to travel back in time to Sanford’s simpler times? Now you can on a Downtown Sanford History & Architectural Tour! Learn about the city’s journey and how it came to be with one of Sanford’s best historians, every Saturday at 10:30AM! Give yourself, and others, the gift of history and knowledge and save your spot today!

⏳ Time is running out! Get your tickets today at ExperienceSanfordFL.com/HistoryTour

19/12/2024

We’ve got so much ❤️💚 for our small businesses in Sanford!

This holiday season - skip the big box chain stores and head over to Downtown Sanford! Find one-of-a-kind gifts and homemade heartfelts you won’t see anywhere else! Plus - all of the money you spend in your community goes RIGHT 👏 BACK 👏 into our very community.

From our Saturday Farmers Markets to our beloved brick and mortar shops - there’s plenty of gifts and experiences to choose from here in town! 🎁 Here’s a few we recommend!

🎄 Christmas Farmers Market at .at.magnolia
🚴🏻‍♀️ Biking Gear & Experiences at Bicikleta Bike Shop
📚 For the Book Lovers head to
🎶 Hard to Find Records found at
🛍️ Intentional and Global Gifts from Magpies Modern General
🍻 A Sanford Craft Beer Tour with Sanford Tours & Experiences
🚢 An Amazing Afternoon Lunch on the St. Johns Rivership Co.

+ So much more! Help out your neighbors and let them know your go-to gift idea in Sanford below! 👇

Happy Sanfording! 🎅

18/12/2024

Nothing beats a Sanford Sunrise or Sunset this time of year! 🌇

Don’t let the chaos of the holidays stop you from slowing down and enjoying small-town living! In Sanford, we take pride in our laid back mornings and relaxing sunsets! Whether you like to enjoy it with a cold beer in hand, with friends or on a solo adventure of a lifetime - Sanford awaits you! 🌞

Visit Central Florida’s most charming small town today! Start planning here 👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com

15/12/2024

Birds of a Feather Flock Together this Holiday Season! 🕊️🎁

Gather your group and get ready to hang: Sanford style! The Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild hosted by the is a spectacle you won’t want to miss!🏮 Fun for the whole family is here - whether you want to make a day of it, or a whole weekend! We’ve got a number of packages to help you choose and maximize your stay in Sanford!

Don’t let the holiday season fly right by you - start booking today! 📌 ExperienceSanfordFL.com

06/12/2024

You know the Holiday season is officially here when Krampus pays a visit to Sanford! 🎄

There’s so much to celebrate in our small town this year! If you’re a local Florida resident, you know just HOW many events circulate Central Florida this time of year. From tree lightings to magical markets - it’s hard to choose how to spend those four festive weekends in December! Luckily for you, you can please everyone in your family with a trip to Sanford! 🕰️

Thinking of out-of-box gift ideas, here are a few you can do with family and friends right here in Sanford:

📌 Sanford Holiday Tour of Homes
📌 Asian Lantern Festival at
📌 Sanford Craft Beer Tour
📌 Golf Cart Christmas Parade

Let us know your favorite holiday traditions in Sanford down below in the comments! 🎅🤶

Start planning your holiday weekends here! 👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com

05/12/2024

Step back in time this holiday season! 🎄✨Sanford Holiday Tour of Homes is hosting their 35th edition of timeless charm and festive decorations in our historic residential district. Come stroll, sip cocoa, and soak in the magic of Christmas past and present with this popular tour. 🎁❄️

Reserve your spot: SanfordHistoricTrust.org ➡️Holiday Tour Of Homes

Proceeds benefit the Sanford Historic Trust. in its goal to protect, preserve and cultivate the historic heritage of the city.

30/11/2024

Shopping Small in Sanford all season long! 🐶 🛍️

We’re skipping big retail stores and shopping at our local mom & pop shops this Christmas season! Spending money in your community means that’s it’s staying in your community - because every dollar you spend means supporting one of your neighbors, and not another corporation or billionaire. Plus, you’ll be able to find goods and gifts made by people just like you! 🎄

Gift an experience, an afternoon in Sanford and start planning your holiday magic today!
📌 ExperienceSanfordFL.com

28/11/2024

Grateful for the most beautiful Sunsets & Sunrises in Sanford! 🌅

Spending time with the family doesn’t have to be stressful. In fact, it can be stress-free with a visit to Sanford! Globally-inspired Restaurants, First Class Attractions and Award-Winning Scenery all await you in the Historic District of Downtown Sanford! 🎅🧑‍🎄

Start planning your holidays today! 📌ExperienceSanfordFL.com

24/11/2024

When the weather is this good - there’s only one way to fully enjoy Historic Downtown Sanford! 🛺

Grab all of your friends (Yes, even the furry ones) and make the most of this beautiful Sunday with a stroll around the city! Cruise through Sanford’s Commercial Historic District with 25 historic buildings dating from 1877 through 1924. Or, head over to the neighboring Sanford Residential Historic District with 434 historic buildings. Feast your eyes on a wide range of historic architectural home styles including Craftsman, Prairie, Queen Anne, Folk Victorian, National, Colonial Revival, Spanish Eclectic, and more!

Fun fact ❗️Both of these historic districts are listed on the National Register of Historic Places! Plus, tons of Christmas and holiday decorations are up! It’s the perfect way to bring in the holiday season.

Start your seasonal celebrations today! 🧑‍🎄
👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com/Golf-Cart-Rentals 👈

21/11/2024

May your beer glasses always be frosty and full! 🍻 ❄️

Cooler weather creeping into Sanford means we’re officially in the spirit of the season here in the Sunshine State! 🌞 Whether you’re into a happy hour or just here for the ride - we’ve got just the thing to break the ice! 🧊

Got family in town or looking to book your next group activity? Make planning a breeze and book your fun today!
👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com 👈

P.S. Got some non-drinkers in your party?! has non-alcoholic beers and plenty of other options and so do many of our other breweries and distilleries in town! Happy Sanfording! ☃️

15/11/2024

Brighter than ever before ✨ we can’t wait for you to see what’s in store at the Asian Lantern Festival!🏮🐉

Get ready to be dazzled by this year’s illuminations at the ! Whether you’re local to Sanford or traveling far and wide to see these larger than life displays - we’ve got you covered on all things tickets, hotels, experiences and more! 🎄

Light up your holiday’s and choose between:

📌 2 ALF Tickets + Golf Cart Experience
📌 2 ALF Tickets + Golf Cart Experience + Dinning at
📌 2 ALF Tickects + Accommodations
📌 2 ALF Tickets + 2 Tickets to
📌 2 ALF Tickets + Accommodation + Golf Cart Experience
📌 2 ALF Tickets + Accommodation + Historic Downtown Sanford Experience

Plan your escape Into The Wild today! 🐊 The Festival runs from today, November 15th 2025 - January 19,2025. The event runs Thursday to Sunday evenings from 6 to 10pm. Times and tickets sell out quickly, secure your spot today!

👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com/Lanterns 👈

14/11/2024

This season, the scenery in Sanford is sure to make you swoon! 🌾🪷

From the beloved Asian Lantern Festival at the 🏮 to our very own Trail Town certified Riverwalk - your eyes are in for a treat in our lovely town! Explore the city on feet, bike wheels or a golf cart to catch all the amazing new holiday-themed attractions, entree’s and entertainment!

Sanford awaits you! Start planning your visit today! 🦃🎄
ExperienceSanfordFL.com

07/11/2024

It’s a beautiful day for a bike ride! 💙🌞🌴

Let go and let loose on a stroll around Sanford!🚴🏿 Having recently been recognized as a Florida Trail Town, we encourage all riders of all skill levels to go out and ride: Sanford style! Pedal with a pal on the Riverwalk, take a cruise on one of our E-bikes, challenge yourself on a and take advantage of the scenic views we have right here in our backyard! 🌊

Nature is calling 📲 Start planning your experience today!
👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com

01/11/2024

Sippin our way through Sanford’s Haunted Breweries all Season Long! 👻

The chills don’t come to an end even after Halloween in Sanford! That’s because our breweries in town are known for their highly spirited environments. 👀 Join us as we make our way through hotspots like the Sanford Homebrew Shop, Deviant Wolfe and Dees Brothers Brewery. 🍻

Come alone or make some friends. Reserve your spot here! 👇
ExperienceSanfordFL.com/BeerTour

29/10/2024

Beautiful day for a boat ride, biking adventure and everything in between! 🌞

Sanford is where you want to be when the good Florida weather swims in this season! So spend your time in the great outdoors - from Aerial Adventures at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens to a thrilling new experience in November with Florida Mountain Bike Guides 🚵 the opportunities are endless!

Plan your outdoor adventure in Sanford today!
👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com

25/10/2024

The Sanford adventure awaits you! 🛺

Whether that’s taking advantage of the amazing weather outdoors, sightseeing on a golf cart, enjoying our gorgeous Riverwalk or supporting our amazing small business in town - there’s always something for you to do in Sanford! 🌞

Make the most of your weekend and start planning your visit to Sanford today! 👉 ExperienceSanfordFL.com 👈

24/10/2024

🎉Congratulations to Sanford! And applause to all those involved in making this happen for our community.

📣The City of Sanford is officially a TRAIL TOWN! The City of Sanford received its Trail Town Designation from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's offices of Florida Greenways & Trails Foundation.

🤝Who Worked on the Trail Town Designation?
Representatives from partnering agencies and businesses formed the "Trail Town Cuties Committee". Committee members include:

• Robert Beall, Operations Manager, City of Sanford, FL Government of Sanford Parks & Recreation
• Pamela Lynch, Economic Development Project Manager and CRA Director, City of Sanford
• Karen Aplin, Tourism Director, Seminole County Do Orlando North
• Kayla Mitchell, Director of Operations, Bike/Walk Central Florida
• Brenda Urias, Owner, Bicikleta Bike Shop
• Daniel Lewis, The Law Office of Daniel R. Lewis; President, Sanford Main Street
• Dan Ping, Executive Director, Sanford Main Street

➡️What Is a Trail Town?
The Trail Town Program recognizes communities that embrace and support trail systems, particularly those connected to larger, regional trail networks. The trails in a Trail Town must be close to central business districts, providing access to restaurants, bike shops, events, and other amenities. The designation positions the town as a key destination for trail users, attracting tourism, boosting economic growth, and building community. There are currently 20 designated Trail Towns in Florida.

➡️Why Is Sanford a Trail Town?
The Sanford RiverWalk trail connects walkers, joggers, and cyclists to Downtown Sanford businesses, Seminole County's Cross Seminole Trail, the regional St. Johns River-to-Sea Loop, and the Florida Coast-to-Coast Trail. Sanford offers trail users amenities like wayfinding signage, parking, restrooms, water fountains, pavilions, bike racks, and a welcome center. The Sanford Police Department and Sanford Fire Department are trained in trail emergencies to ensure the safety of all users.

With the Trail Town designation, Sanford will receive signage and recognition from the Office of Greenways and Trails and Visit Florida, the state's tourism marketing corporation. Additionally, in Historic Downtown Sanford, visitors can obtain stamps for Trail Town passport books and find trail-friendly businesses with Trail Town logo window displays.

The City of Sanford and Seminole County continue to cooperate in implementing the County's Trails Master Plan, with plans to connect the Sanford RiverWalk to additional trail networks around the County.

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