DUNNELLON GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Stand Shoulder-to-Shoulder with Gentle Giants: The Daytime Clydesdale Experience in Dunnellon
A 1.5–2 hour guided, accessible tour of Grandview Clydesdales in Dunnellon that takes you through breeding, training, shows and up-close photo moments — including seasonal baby Clydesdales and an optional mounted picture experience.
Stand Shoulder-to-Shoulder with Gentle Giants: The Daytime Clydesdale Experience in Dunnellon.
On the outskirts of Dunnellon, Grandview Clydesdales opens a gate onto an operation that has been recognized the world over. The Daytime Clydesdale Experience is a guided walk through every phase of life for these iconic horses — from breeding and ultrasounding mares through foaling, to the show barn and training centers that prepare champions for competition and commercials. The tour is as educational as it is tactile: guests are invited to touch the horses, take photos and, in season, meet baby Clydesdales up close.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An Award‑Winning Clydesdale Operation
Gain entrance to one of the largest, most successful Clydesdale farms in the world and move through spaces that display decades of breeding, awards and care for the breed.
Meet Champions — and the Foals (March–August)
See the show barn where champion Clydesdales live and train, feel their size and temperament up close, and — in the March through August foaling window — meet baby Clydesdales; petting and photo opportunities are part of the visit.
Breeding, Laboratory Work and Training Revealed
A guided walkthrough includes the breeding barn and the laboratory where stallion collections and semen preparations are handled, plus training centers that show how different horses are prepared for shows and travel.
What the day feels like
What the Visit Feels Like
The tour unfolds as a narrated, up‑close progression through farm operations. Guides explain everything from ultrasounding mares and staged breeding work to foaling, daily care and the rituals of training a show horse; stops include the show barn, training areas, breeding barn and laboratory, and there are deliberate moments for petting, photography and questions. The standard visit runs roughly 1.5 to 2 hours depending on group size and the number of questions.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a phone or camera for the many photo opportunities; the mounted picture experience welcomes phone or camera photos and staff can assist with framing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Daytime Clydesdale Experience?
The guided tour runs approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on group size and questions.
Are baby Clydesdales on the tour?
Yes — you will see baby clydesdales on this tour during the March through August season.
Is the tour suitable for children or people with limited mobility?
The experience is described as an all‑ages, accessible tour for everyone.
Can I get a photo sitting on a Clydesdale?
Yes. The Ultimate Clydesdale Picture Experience lets guests mount with secure steps and professional assistance for a fully assisted, framed photo opportunity.
What areas of the farm will we visit?
The guided tour covers the show barn, training centers, the breeding barn and laboratory, and includes photo and petting opportunities, plus access to the on‑site gift shop.
Is there a VIP option?
There is a VIP Baby Clydesdale Experience that offers preferred seating and a meet‑and‑greet with baby Clydesdales.