Hello Neighbor! The Mister Rogers Walking Tour!

Overview

Welcome to our Winter Park neighborhood on this beautiful day! While many well-known celebrities have passed through this storied village over its rich history, probably no one impacted, and was impacted by, Winter Park more than Fred McFeely Rogers, lovingly known the world over to millions of people as the unforgettable host of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood for over 50 years now.

Come along on our Mister Rogers Walking Tour as we visit the heart of town where Fred and his lifetime sweetheart, Sara Joanne Byrd Rogers, fell in love while in college and spent many years later in life. You’ll learn fascinating tidbits about how Fred was motivated by a mural in Winter Park to begin a lifetime ministry of serving others.

Walk in the same places that Fred and Joanne did through different seasons of their life, as you come to better understand what inspired this legendary man to leave his unique mark on the world and impact millions of children with his special gifts.

City: Orlando

Sun 14 Dec

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Starting at $42.00

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Sun 14 Dec

Starting at $42.00

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What's Included

90 Minute – 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour in the Winter Park Footsteps of Fred Rogers.

Legendary tales of Mister Rogers’ time in Winter Park as a student and humble TV celebrity.

10% discount for your next Original Orlando Tours adventure (valid for 30 days).

A stop for a free homemade gelato treat is included!

Stories about Winter Park and Rollins College, important places to the Rogers.

Earn SUNNY PERKS REWARDS.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible

What To Expect

Winter Park

Walk the same streets that Fred McFeely Rogers and his future bride, Sara Joanne Byrd (Rogers) did during the college years in Winter Park and later in life as they vacationed in this quaint Central Florida village! Along the way, you learn the full story of how Fred Rogers grew up in Latrobe, PA as a humble but imaginative youth, why he came to Florida, and how his whole life's work was set in motion while a student in the area. This tour also includes a stop for an included gelato treat along the way as you walk the real neighborhood of Mister Rogers!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (6)

chrismK2213YR

Jan 2021

Rich and Sarah were awesome we enjoyed the tour very much, I never realized how involved Fred Roger's was in winter park

Response from Host

Jan 2021

Thanks so much for joining us on a perfect day in the neighborhood! We hope you had a great time during the rest of your visit and look forward to welcoming you back on another tour when you are in the Orlando area!

K9420SEjanp

Jan 2020

It was a delight to take this tour and to walk in the footsteps of Fred Rogers. It was interesting to learn why he chose Rollins College. And to learn that it was here where this quiet man was initially encouraged to perform on stage. If you are in Winter Park, take this tour, and imagine Fred strolling in front of the shops while courting a young pianist name JoAnn, talking of their future together. How simple, and yet how important, to be someone’s neighbor.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

We're so glad you had a good time and found Fred's story and connection to Winter Park as fascinating as we do!

laurenlU9017SB

Dec 2019

Who knew behind those sneakers and handmade sweaters was a man who skinny-dipped, hated going to the doctor and proposed to his wife in a letter? Mister Rogers was a legend, but he was also human, and this tour captured it perfectly. The stories about his not always happy childhood to his knack for knowing how to relate to the little ones makes this tour a must when visiting Winter Park.

Response from Host

Dec 2019

Thanks so much for joining us yesterday. He was an incredible and very human man with a genius vision. We're glad you enjoyed it...please come back on another one of our tours!