Florida Citrus Tower

Rising 22 stories above the surrounding Lake County landscape, Florida Citrus Tower has been a regional landmark since 1956. It occupies a place atop one of the highest hills in the ridge section of the sunshine state, where it serves as a monumental tribute to the local citrus industry and its subtropical fruit tree groves.

As one of Florida's very first tourist attractions, Citrus Tower was originally conceived as a 75-foot-tall tower. However, the plans were soon revised to allow construction up to 226 feet with an antenna that would pierce the sky to a point 500 feet above sea level. A glass-enclosed observation deck was designed near the top to provide a panoramic 360-degree of rolling hills in eight Florida counties where agriculture is of major importance.

In addition to sightseeing, visitors can do some shopping at Lilly's Citrus Tower Gift Shop, featuring primarily home décor and personal care items. There is also a banquet facility called "Room: Valencia" at the base of the tower, available for rental by the hour with catering offered separately.

Florida Citrus Tower is located one mile north of Highway 50 at 141 North Highway 27, Clermont, Florida 34711. Operating hours are from 9am to 5pm on Monday through Saturday; closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. The cost of admission is $4 for adults and $2 for children aged 3 to 11 years old. Group rates are also available.