by Maddy Zollo Rusbosin | July 15, 2024

What To Do in Lake Nona

This bustling bedroom community of O-Town is home to world-class tennis, Michelin-starred restaurants, tech hotels, wellness centers and more.

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The Wave Hotel combines art with technology for a bespoke and elevated experience. Photography courtesy of the Lake Nona Wave Hotel.

Situated only 10 minutes from the Orlando International Airport, this idyllic community began as a hub for avid golfers, but it has evolved into one of the most innovative and fastest-growing places in Central Florida.

Stay

Lake Nona Wave Hotel: Technology meets luxury at this new Lake Nona gem. Treat yourself by booking a Well+ech by Wave guest room, outfitted with the latest sleep optimization features and self-care essentials. 

Dine and Drink

Bacán: A fresh spin on Latin American cuisine with an exhilarating tableside experience.

Nami: Serves modern Japanese cuisine and is led by Michelin-starred chef Freddy Money. Come for good vibes with a late-night DJ set and a 10-person Chef’s Counter for a more personalized culinary journey. 

Boxi Park: Dig into local eats at this outdoor food hall with yard games, live music and even a volleyball court. 

Enjoy Michelin-starred dishes at Nami, located in the Wave Hotel. Photography courtesy of the Lake Nona Wave Hotel.

Play

United States Tennis Association National Campus: Tennis enthusiasts and casual fans alike won’t want to leave the sprawling USTA compound, with nearly 100 courts where you can play, watch and learn.

Nona Adventure Park: Between an aqua park, wakeboarding, beach club, climbing tower and more, it’s the definition of fun for the whole family. 

The Lake Nona Performance Club: With premiere amenities, ranging group classes to a golf training lab to an aquatics center, and the first-ever Chopra Mind Body Zone developed with Lake Nona’s wellbeing ambassador, it’s the most comprehensive fitness hub in Central Florida and is dedicated to catering to your body and soul. 


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