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How to get there
Where to stay
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The Villages travel guide

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You're Going to Love The Villages

With a population of 51,442, The Villages is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything The Villages has to offer.

Where to Eat in The Villages

If you’re looking for affordable options, Bluefin Grill & Bar (2738 Brownwood Blvd) and Wolfgang Puck Kitchen + Bar, The Brownwood Hotel & Spa (3003 Brownwood Boulevard) are great picks.

When to visit The Villages

The Villages in July
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
The Villages in July
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to The Villages

Plane

Although The Villages doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 48 miles from The Villages. Tampa Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to The Villages departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving The Villages, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from The Villages to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 39m trip. The train station in The Villages is called The Villages, and is located 3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to The Villages is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 46 miles from The Villages. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to The Villages, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to The Villages takes 110 miles and will cost you around $34. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $23 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

Although The Villages doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Orlando All airports (ORL), which is located 48 miles from The Villages. Tampa Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, JetBlue, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to The Villages departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving The Villages, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from The Villages to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 39m trip. The train station in The Villages is called The Villages, and is located 3 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to The Villages is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 46 miles from The Villages. You’ll find branches of Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to The Villages, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to The Villages takes 110 miles and will cost you around $34. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $23 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near The Villages

TPATampa
DABDaytona Beach
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving The Villages

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of The Villages

Most booked hotels in The Villages

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The Brownwood Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 456 reviews)
$132+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wildwood – The Villages
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 174 reviews)
$117+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Lady Lake/The Villages
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 293 reviews)
$137+
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Towneplace Suites The Villages
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 306 reviews)
$106+
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Comfort Suites The Villages
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 969 reviews)
$124+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites The Villages
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 475 reviews)
$126+
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Renting a car in The Villages

Renting a car in The Villages costs $58 per day, on average, or $233 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in The Villages (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in The Villages is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in The Villages costs $58 per day, on average, or $233 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 40% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in The Villages (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in The Villages is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in The Villages

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Economy

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

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