Golf Cart Rules
The Villages, FL

Driver's License Required

You must have a valid driver's license to operate a golf cart in The Villages. This applies to both residents and visitors.

Speed Limits

• • Multi-modal paths: 20 mph maximum
• • Designated roads: Follow posted speed limits
• • Recreation areas: 15 mph or as posted
• • Town squares: 5 mph in pedestrian areas

Where You Can Drive

• • Multi-modal paths (tunnels and bridges)
• • Designated golf cart roads
• • Recreation center parking areas
• • Shopping center paths

Note: Golf carts are NOT permitted on US-27/441 or other state roads.

Safety Requirements

• • Use headlights after sunset
• • Signal turns using hand signals
• • Yield to pedestrians at all times
• • Keep to the right on multi-modal paths
• • Pass on the left only when safe
• • No passengers under 14 in front seat

Prohibited Actions

• • No driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
• • No texting or phone use while driving
• • No exceeding passenger capacity
• • No driving on sidewalks
• • No racing or reckless driving