The Villages is a retirement community in Florida, located within a short drive from Orlando. Here, visitors will find plenty of recreational activities and entertainment. One of the top things to do in the Villages is golfing and there are 28 executive golf courses along with 9 country club courses close by. Visitors can enjoy a few rounds of golf at locations like the Cane Garden Country Club and the Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf & Country Club. The Villages makes for a perfect active getaway from the big city. There are 3 pools in the area, a polo club, and a number of parks. Guests in The Villages hotels can enjoy hiking, jogging, cycling, kayaking, and canoeing at the Lake Okahumpka Park or the Lake Griffin State Park, both of which offer plenty of green space for relaxation. Plenty of entertainment is available at the Eisenhower Regional Recreation Center and the two town squares, where live entertainment is offered on every night of the year. Visitors can enjoy top dining at the Spanish Springs Town Square and throughout The Villages. Later, you can catch a show at the Savannah Center or the Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center.