Tucked away at the heart of the Sunshine State is beautiful Lakeland, Florida. This fun-loving city offers an average temperature of 72 degrees year-round. Lakeland, a fast-growing city, is the largest in Polk County, with more than 100,000 residents, while over 580,000 people call Polk County home.

One of Lakeland’s great advantages is its location. It is located between Tampa and Orlando on the Interstate-4 corridor, and residents can easily reach both cities in less than an hour’s drive. Also a short drive heading east is Walt Disney World, while the beaches of the Gulf Coast are easily accessible about an hour’s drive west.

More attractions within the area include Busch Gardens, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, and Legoland.

During spring training for baseball, Lakeland is home to the Detroit Tigers, who traditionally prepare for their upcoming seasons at Joker Marchant Stadium. Other professional sport franchises in central Florida include the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays,  Tampa Bay Lightning, and Orlando Magic.

Another favorite spot for residents is Lakeland’s Lakeside Village, a thriving community with numerous shops, restaurants, hotels, and other attractions.

For more information about Lakeland, visit the following websites:
Lakeland, Florida
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce
City Data of Lakeland, Florida