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Where is Longwood Florida?

Are you considering moving to Longwood, Florida? Before you make your decision and start shopping for a home, it's a good idea to know where Longwood is found. This includes understanding Longwood's location within Orlando, surrounding communities, the main roads throughout the community, nearby attractions and distance to other major cities in Florida.

Where is Longwood Located, Exactly?

The greater Longwood area is made up of over 90 neighborhoods. Located in the North area of Orlando, Florida, it is bordered by Lake Mary to its North, Altamonte Springs to its South, Winter Springs to its East and Wekiva Springs to its West. Entertainment options abound in Longwood. If you are looking for nature based options, checkout the Cross Seminole Biking/Walking Trail or Lake Concord Park, which features an amphitheater, boardwalk and interactive water play area. Action entertainment options include Planet Obstacle, a 50K sq ft Ninja Warrior course and Lil 500 Go Karts, a three track in nearby Maitland. 32750 for Westside and 32779 for East side (Wekiva Springs) is the zip code for all Longwood addresses.

Longwood's Main Roads

SR 434 is the main East-West artery through Longwood while Ronald Reagan Blvd is the main North-South road through the community. Longwood is nestled between I-4 to its West and Hwy 17 to its East. The 417 Expressway is East of the community.

Attractions and Points of Interest Near Longwood

• Walt Disney World - Approx 31 miles
• Universal Studios Florida - Approx 23 miles
• Sea World Orlando - Approx 28 miles
• Downtown Orlando - Approx 14 miles
• Orlando International Airport - Approx 32 miles
• Kennedy Space Center - Approx 63 miles
• Cocoa Beach - Approx 70 miles

Major Florida Metros Proximity to Longwood

Longwood is a part of Orlando metro area in Central Florida. However, many other major cities and areas are found within a short to moderate drive of the community including:

• Orlando - The closest major city to Longwood is, of course, Orlando. Its Central Downtown Business District is found about 14 miles to the North of Longwood.
• Tampa - is approx 110 miles Southwest of Longwood. The Tampa Bay area is home to the Busch Gardens theme park, the Florida Aquarium, three major professional sports teams, the riverwalk and historic Ybor City. Beaches and other nearby cities include Clearwater Beach, St Pete Beach, Tarpon Springs, New Port Richey and Sarasota.
• Jacksonville - is approx 125 miles Northeast of Longwood. Florida's Northeastern gateway city, Jacksonville is known for the St. Johns River, its numerous nature parks, beaches and the Jacksonville Jags NFL team. Nearby beaches and cities include St. Augustine, Jax Beach, Amelia Island and Fernadina Beach.
• Fort Myers - is approx 180 miles Southwest of Longwood. Fort Myers is known for its beaches, fishing, seashells and shopping. A popular area to retire to, nearby beaches and cities include Sanibel, Cape Coral, Naples and Punta Gorda.
• Tallahassee - is approx 290 miles Northwest of Longwood. The state Capital of Florida, Tallahassee is also home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University and known for its beautiful parks and gardens. Tallahassee is located around the middle of the panhandle section of Florida.
• Miami - is approx 250 miles Southeast of Longwood. That gateway to South America, Miami is an international hub of business and entertainment. The largest city in Florida, Miami is known for its pristine beaches, nightlife, art deco architecture and luxurious homes. Nearby cities include Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach and Key Largo.
• Key West - is approx 400 miles Southwest of Longwood. The southernmost point in the United States, Key West is known for fishing & diving, funky restaurants & lively nightlife along Duval Street, pastel homes, and historic sites. Nearby points of interest and towns include Dry Tortugas National Park, Big Pine Key and Marathon.
• Pensacola - is approx 450 miles Northwest of Longwood. Florida's Western gateway, Pensacola is known for its historical significance, its beaches and its naval air station which is home to the Blue Angels. Nearby beaches include Gulf Shores Alabama, Destin and Panama City Beach.

Longwood Florida Interactive Google Map

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