A don’t miss: Road delays happen, but Downtown Arcadia is happening!
At a glance on a drive through Arcadia, you will see construction, blockades and barriers, but these dusty obstructions are only minor hurdles worth jumping to get to the heart of town — Downtown Arcadia — where travelers, visitors, and locals hold fond memories, create experiences and take in amazing food, great times and new adventures.
From a hearty breakfast in the morning to a night filled with music and line dancing, Downtown Arcadia has a bit of everything for everyone, including night life, nostalgia and humble fun — a charm that happens only in DeSoto County.
THINGS TO DO
THINGS TO DO
It’s not just wild, it’s florida wild.
Visit DeSoto County, where endless adventures and the warmth of our community invite you to explore the hidden treasures of Florida Wild. Here you can explore the water’s twists and turns from the Canoe Outpost on the Peace River, roast marshmallows at some of the best places to camp in Florida, stroll through charming and historic downtown Arcadia, or enjoy our authentic cowboy culture at the Arcadia All-Florida Championship Rodeo.
A little bit of everything for everyone
Not only has downtown Arcadia held on to its antique roots, but local shop owners have also helped downtown Arcadia evolve, adding boutiques, artisan stores and bookstores, as well as comfort coffee shops, old-fashioned candy shops, energetic smoothie haunts and ice cream hangouts to help locals and visitors round out the day.
Make it a Weekend
Oak Tree Hotel is a luxurious boutique hotel that takes you back to a time when the American experience was more meaningful, and life was more indulgent. Built in 1904, the building exudes the Victorian influence popular at that time and is one of the three buildings that survived the fire of 1905.
This Edwardian-era building is merely footsteps away from all the experiences guests can have in downtown Arcadia.
Why the construction?
State Roads 70 (east and west) are under construction by the Florida Department of Transportation. The project includes the roadways and infrastructure. The project is estimated to take another three years as of this post. In the long term, the project will result in better roads for travel in and out of DeSoto County, but also a more stable infrastructure.