Minneola is a city in Lake County, Florida and is is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee metro area. The population was 7,253 at the 2004 census. The Minneola tangelo is named after the city. This city has lots of various attractions. Amazing Exotics Education Center is a place where you can see endangered and exotic species of animals. Wildcat Super Truck Tour at the Showcase of Citrus will take you on a tour of Lake County's wetlands and wildlife. And Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards is one of the few wineries in Florida. Or visit the Florida Carriage Museum and Resort, which has the largest collection of antique horse carriages in the country. Each year in the Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards puts on a Harvest Festival. Among the companies in Minneola are Cherry Lake Tree Farm and Knox Nursery.