Located in Orange County, Orlando is the number one tourist destination in the world. Over 37 million visitors a year enjoy Orlando's entertainment, sports, shopping, dining, and nature activities, all in wonderfully warm climate with lush, colorful Florida scenery. Orlando International Airport has been rated among the top five airports, in customer convenience, worldwide. The number of airlines servicing the airport continues to grow.
Orlando dates back to 1838 during the height of the Seminole Wars. The U.S. Army built Fort Gatlin south of today's Orlando City limits to protect settlers from attacks by Indians. A small community grew up around the Fort and was known as Jernigan, named after a family, that had established one of the settlements in the area. No one knew much about the area until Walt Disney decided to build his second theme park there. Walt Disney World opened in 1971.
|
Blue Water Balloons
Orlando, Florida
(407) 894-5040
1-800-586-1884
|
 |
| Fly over beautiful landscapes and lakes where you can soak in the morning sunrise for the ultimate in exhilarating experiences. Blue Water Balloons has over 12 years of flying experience. Rates $165.00 per person. Ask about the House of Blues Gospel Brunch offer. Private flights are available. Call for information.
Hours: Reservations required
 |
Sky Coaster
Mile Marker 9 Next to Old Town
Kissimmee, FL 34747
Phone: (397) 239-2509
|
 |
| World's tallest adrenaline pump. Fun for all ages, up to 3 people at one 85MPH. Open daily til late...
Hours: Call for hours:
|
Bok Tower Gardens
1151 Tower Boulevard
Lake Wales, FL 33853-3412
(863) 676-1408
|
 |
| This National Historic Landmark, located on Florida's highest point, is invitingly quiet and serene. The visual centerpiece of this magnificent garden is Bok's Singing Tower, an unrivaled work of art reaching 205' into the sky. Built to house a 57-bell carillon, the tower's untouchable beauty intrigues visitors alike. A cafe and gift shop are also available. Visitors may purchase many of the plants growing in the gardens.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, with admission until 5 p.m.
|
Cypress Gardens
P.O. Box 1
Cypress Gardens, Fl 33884
(863) 324-2111
|
 |
| Florida’s first theme park features lush botanical gardens, world-acclaimed water skiing, annual floral festivals, a butterfly conservatory, Natures Way Zoo, entertaining shows, exhibits, childrens rides and more
Hours: Vary by season
|
Historic Church Street Station
129 W. Church Street
Orlando, Fl. 32801
(407) 422-2434
|
 |
| Florida’s number one nighttime dining, shopping and entertainment complex. There is fun for the entire family
Hours: Vary by business
|
City Walk
Located at Universal Studios
Orlando, FL
This soul-stirring, 30-acre complex surrounds you with a dazzling array of restaurants, nightclubs, shopping, state-of-the-art cinemas and live entertainment venues. There is no charge for CityWalk, but some of the individual venues may charge a cover.
|
 |
|
Hours: 11:00 a.m.-2:00 a.m.
|
Downtown Disney
1506 E. Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Phone: (407) 827-7827
Fax: (407) 827-7847
|
 |
|
Hours: Vary with seasons
|
Fun Spot Action Park
5551 Del Verde Way
Orlando, Florida 32819
(407) 363-3867
|
 |
The World's famous, most unique, multilevel action theme park! Fun Spot Action Park is Orlando's fastest way to have fun! Fun Spot Action Park is safe, clean fun for the entire family. Experience the hills and thrills of our four multilevel Go-Kart tracks, and the pounding pleasure of our Bumper Kars and Bumper Boats. The Oasis Snack bar is designed with the entire family in mind serving great food at affordable prices.
|
Green Meadows Farm, Ltd.
P.O. Box 420787
Kissimmee, FL 34742-0787
(407) 846-0770
|
 |
| Green Meadows Petting Farm offers an ideal country setting for your entire family. Our petting farm is perfect for folks who live in Florida, or for those of you who are vacationing in the Kissimmee area.
Hours: 9 AM to 5:30 PM
|
Kennedy Space Center Visitor
SR 405
Cape Canaveral, Fl
United States Phone: (407) 452-2121
|
 |
| The Kennedy Space Center Visitor complex provides an exhilarating and educational experience of the space program
Hours: Open every day of the year (except Christmas Day and certain launch days) from 9:00 a.m. to dusk.
|
Integrated Launch Forecast
NASA Kennedy Space Center
SR 405
Cape Canaveral, Fl
United States Phone: (407) 452-2121
|
 |
|
|
Orange County
Regional History Center
65 East Central Blvd.
Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: (407) 836-8500
Fax: (407) 220-8428
|
 |
| It's not just a museum, but a multi-sensory journey through time.
|
Medieval Times
4510 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway
Kissimmee, FL 34736
(800) 229-8300
|
 |
| Feast on a 4-course, medieval banquet while watching daring knights on beautiful horses competing in tournament games, sword fighting and jousting matches.
Hours: Call for showtimes
|
Orlando Magic
P.O. Box 76
Orlando, FL 32802-0076
(407) 89-MAGIC
|
 |
Tickets: tickets@rdvsports.com
Schedule: Click Here
|
The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
445 Park Avenue North
Winter Park, FL 32789
Phone: (407) 645-5311
|
 |
| Located in Winter Park, this museum houses the most comprehensive collection of the works of Louis comfort Tiffany.
Hours: Varies
|
The International Trolley & Train Museum
8990-A International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: (407) 363-9002
Fax: (407) 363-2049
|
 |
| One mile south of Sand Lake Road.
One of the Nations Largest Indoor Train displays depicting the 1930's to 1960's era of railroading.
Hours: Varies
|
Old Fashioned Airboat Rides
24004 Sisler Avenue
Christmas, FL 32709
Phone (407) 568-4307
|
 |
| Enjoy the scenery and the wildlife of the beautiful St. Johns River in Central Florida! Only 45 minutes from Orlando area attractions and only 15 minutes from Kennedy Space Center, Old Fashioned Airboat Rides provides an enjoyable and educational experience away from the crowds.
Hours: Reservations required
|
Splendid China
3000 Splendid China Blvd
Kissimmee, FL 34747
(407) 396-7111
(800) 244-6226
Join us at Splendid China for a day of discovery where you can travel over 10,000 miles through 5,000 years of Chinese history and culture.
|
 |
|
Water Mania
6073 W. Irlo Bronson Highway (U.S. 192)
Kissimmee, Florida 34747
Phone: 407-396-2626
Toll Free: 800-527-3092
|
 |
| Enjoy over 36 acres of wild raft rides, stimulating slides, twisting flumes, adventurous pools, and three acres of wooded picnic area. Children will have a splashing time on a variety of slides, fountains, water guns and bumper boats.
Hours: 10 am to 5 pm
|
Universal Studios
Universal Orlando
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Orlando, Florida 32819-7610
Phone: (407) 363-8000
|
 |
|
Hours: Vary with seasons
|
Wonder Works
9067 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 351-8800
|
 |
WonderWorks is a fun-filled interactive attraction featuring a myriad of hands-on experiences and activities. Our exhibits utilize some of the most sophisticated graphic and audio presentation techniques available. Activities range from a realistic, simulated earthquake to virtual reality.
|
