Looking for a small town in Florida that highlights all of the best Southern vibes? Head on over to the “Caladium Capital of the World”, otherwise known as Lake Placid, Florida. This delightful small town has not one, but two nicknames, also being recognized as the “Town of Murals”. So it’s only fair to assume that with so much recognition for a town of fewer than 2,500 residents, there has got to be some exciting happenings here, right?
The town of Lake Placid, Florida is a small gem within the central part of the state comprised of 27 freshwater lakes, 47 stunning town murals, and tons of unique history.
Lake Placid is known by residents and visitors as the Caladium Capital of the World due to the fact this town grows 95 percent of the world’s caladiums. Anyone who visits during the annual Caladium Festival will get a front-row seat to the action!
In addition, Lake Placid is also known as the Town of Murals, due to the newly 50 different murals throughout town all depicting different scenes of the small town’s history.
There is so much to see and do within this small town, despite being home to fewer than 2,500 residents. Start by exploring the bustle of Journal Plaza, which offers movie nights, the farmers market, and so much more.
With a relaxed atmosphere, it’s easy to immerse oneself in the solitude and quiet of this centralized town, but still have tons of activities and attractions to tackle.
Head on over to the Sugar Sand Distillery situated in the middle of a 10-acre Sugar Cane farm and enjoy sampling Florida rum, vodka, gin, and moonshine.
A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
