Altamonte Springs

Altamonte Springs is a city in Seminole County, Florida, located north of downtown Orlando. The settlement spreads across a mix of residential neighborhoods, shopping centers and office parks connected by wide roads and green spaces.

European American settlers founded the place in the 1870s as a small community amid citrus groves and farmland. Official incorporation came in the early 20th century when the railroad created connections to other parts of Florida.

The name comes from Spanish meaning high hill, though the area itself is relatively flat. On weekends, families gather in the park where children play by the lake and local musicians often hold small concerts.

Most shops and restaurants cluster around the main thoroughfares and are easy to reach by car. The central park offers free parking and serves as a good starting point for walking through the downtown area.

A small lake in the central park attracts waterfowl and turtles that are often visible along the shore. On calm mornings, fog sometimes forms over the water giving the suburban setting an unusually quiet appearance.

Location: Seminole County

Inception: 1920

Elevation above the sea: 26 m

Website: http://altamonte.org

GPS coordinates: 28.66139,-81.39194

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:45