These are spots I recommend within Hernando County, Florida. From activities to dining to entertainment, I try to touch them all for you. This county is located north of Tampa in what is defined as a part of Central Florida.
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Outdoor Activities - Hernando County, Florida
Arts & Entertainment - Hernando County, Florida
Restaurants (Waterside) - Hernando County, Florida
Restaurants (Non-Waterside) - Hernando County, Florida
Outdoor Activities - Hernando County, Florida
Amusement parks, beaches, piers, boat ramps, and more. These are my favorites in Hernando County.
A waterpark with world-famous, live, mermaid shows!
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Along the Gulf Coast lies this charming beach with public bathrooms, changing rooms, jungle gym, and beautiful sunsets. Parking is $5.
Alfred McKethan / Pine Island Park
Bayport Park & Pier is a secluded place to retreat for recapturing your sanity. There are active boat launches here too! So, if you want to fish, kayak, walk the path, or set off for an afternoon on your marine vessel, this is a good place to sta...
Bayport Park
Boat Storage, Slips, Repair, Fishing Gear, & More
Hernando Beach Marina
Located at 2345 Osowaw Boulevard in Spring Hill, Florida, Weeki Wachee Preserve is a 11,206 acre recreational paradise. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking and biking, fishing, and boating with hand-launched non-gasoline engine crafts.
Weeki Wachee Preserve - Hernando Beach
In Hernando Beach you can kayak or paddle board in the canals, going out to the flats, on the Weeki Wachee River or in one of the beautiful parks.
Kayaking in Hernando Beach
Arts & Entertainment - Hernando County, Florida
Theatrical performances, the big screen, festivities,... yeah, it is all here!
Great theatrical performances as well as bands and entertainers through most of the year.
Stage West Playhouse - Spring Hill
Recliners, food, snacks, and alcohol. This movie theater is hidden behind the Town Center Mall in Spring Hill, off of Rt. 19. It's worth the trip. Reserve your recliner while you can!
Touchstar Cinema | Spring Hill 8
First Saturdays at Hernando Beach Front Porch Art Walk is a monthly event where local artists can showcase their work from 10 AM to 2 PM. The organizers of this event aim to expand and host special art occasions, including wine tastings, Christmas li...
Front Porch Art Walk - Hernando Beach
Annual festival held at the Florida Sand Music Ranch. The festival features a variety of classic rock, southern rock, bluegrass, reggae, tribute, and jam bands on two alternating stages over three days. Come for a day or camp the whole weekend on the...
Sunshine Get Down Festival - Brooksville
Restaurants (Waterside) - Hernando County, Florida
Interested in finding waterside dining spots in Hernando County? Check out this list.
A nice restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. You can feed the turtles off the back deck while you wait for your food.
Silver Dolphin Restaurant & Country Store
The Upper Deck Cafe and Restaurant is a popular place to stop in and get some food. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Kayak rentals and a beach are short walk away.
Upper Deck Cafe
Outdoor dining waterside at the Marina!
Hernando Beach Tropical Grille
Restaurants (Non-Waterside) - Hernando County, Florida
Looking to eat out and are not concerned about being waterside? Check out these spots!
Open from 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM, so you can indulge in fluffy, farm-fresh pancakes, hearty omelets bursting with vibrant veggies, and signature sandwiches. Located off of Cortez Blvd (Rt. 50).
Keke's Breakfast Cafe - Spring Hill
Casual, family-owned eatery serving breakfast classics, gyros and Greek entrees. Located off of Commercial Way (Rt. 19).
Thousand Island Cafe - Spring Hill
A nice dining experience with refined offerings. Located off Cortez Blvd (Rt. 50), it's an easy to get to spot near shopping and golfing.
Bonefish Grill - Brooksville
Family-friendly seafood restaurant known for signature cheddar bay biscuits and unlimited shrimp. Located off of Commercial Way (Rt. 19).
Red Lobster - Spring Hill
Lunch, Dinner ; Special Diets. Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options. Located off of Cortez Blvd (Rt. 50).
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - Brooksville
Lunch and dinner. Sports Bar and Grill. Located off of Cortez Blvd ( Rt. 50).
Glory Days Grill - Brooksville
Folksy chain serving American comfort food in a roadhouse-themed space decorated with Americana. Located off of Commercial Way (Rt. 19).
Cody's Original Roadhouse - Spring Hill
Upscale steakhouse cooking prime beef alongside lobster dishes, oysters, crab legs and French onion soup. Located off of Cortez Blvd (Rt. 50).
Prime 88 - Brooksville
Get your Mexican food fixed up the way you want! Lunch and dinner. Vegetarian friendly. Located off of Cortez Blvd (Rt. 50).
Tijuana Flats - Brooksville
Coyote Rojo #4 is a Mexican and Southwestern restaurant located at 5375 Spring Hill Dr, Spring Hill, FL. The restaurant is known for its authentic food, friendly service, reasonable prices, and popular Taco Tuesday specials.
Coyote Rojo # 4 - Spring Hill
Lively, family-friendly chain featuring Italian standards such as pastas & salads. Located off of Cortez Blvd (Rt. 50).
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant - Brooksville
Lunch and dinner service. Vegetarian and Vegan options. Located off of Cortez Blvd (Rt. 50). Come hungry because there are many buffet islands to choose from, as well as a hibachi cook.
Buffet City Chinese Restaurant | All You Can Eat - Brooksville
The food is cooked right in front of you, tastes great, and will fill you up.
Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse - Brooksville
Belgian – French Fine Dining. From Chateau Briand to the signature Rack of Lamb, Roasted Chicken, Filet Mignon, and fresh offerings from the sea; enjoy an authentic taste of Europe. By reservation. Located off of Spring Hill Drive.