There are many ways to spend the day in Orlando and the surrounding areas.
Outdoor attractions offer the opportunity to take advantage of the remarkable
climate, and there are plenty of indoor diversions when you need a break from the
sun. Everyone knows the major theme parks, Disney, Universal Studios, etc. But
there is so much more to Orlando! There are a variety of places to explore, from
historic to wild, natural to man-made. If you're in the mood for something different,
check out these unique Orlando attractions!
Disney's Blizzard Beach
407-824-4321
A water theme park featuring a snowstorm motif. But don't worry, the water is heated and
Blizzard Beach is home to the world's tallest free-fall speed slide and other goodies.
Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park
407-824-4321
Experience the new "Twilight Zone" Tower of Terror and Drop faster than gravity, see the
Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, and thrill to many other movie rides.
Disney World/Magic Kingdom
407-824-4321
Featuring seven magical lands, you can do such things as scream down a roller-coaster such
as Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain, take a frightening tour through a Haunted
Mansion, visit the Pirates of the Caribbean, and see the all new Tomorrowland.
Disney's Epcot
407-824-4321
Experience Japan, China, France, Britain, Mexico, and Italy without leaving the country. Epcot
provides a thrilling day of fun and hands-on discoveries.
Disney's River Country & Discovery Island
Lake Buena Vista
407-824-4321
Whitewater rapids, flumes, and other water adventures await the whole family at River Country
& Discovery Island. There is a zoological park with a reptile show, and a wide variety of exotic
birds and mammals.
Gatorland
14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail
1-800-393-JAWS
Three exciting shows: Gator Jumparoo, Gator Wrestlin "cracker style", and Snakes of Florida.
Over 5,000 gators and crocodiles. Smoked gator ribs and deep-fried gator nuggets are
served daily at Pearl's Smokehouse.
Medieval Times
4510 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee
1-800-229-8300
Orlando's #1 dinner attraction featuring a dinner inside a 11th century castle and a knights on
horseback jousting and sword fighting show. More Info
Pleasure Island
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
A Disney nightclub-entertainment complex featuring a New Year's Eve celebration every night.
Seven clubs including Mannequins Dance Palace, Pleasure Island Jazz Company and 8TRAX
provide entertainment nightly.
Pirates at Colossal Studios
6400 Carrier Dr.
407-248-0590
A spectacular dinner entertainment complex featuring a unique skew-style feast, dazzling
performances, pyrotechnics, and amazing stunts.
Sea World
7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando
407-363-2200
Includes the live water adventure, Baywatch at Sea World; the polar expedition, Wild Arctic,
the Shamu: Close Up! Killer whale breeding, research and observation facility; and other
attractions and shows.
Typhoon Lagoon
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
A Disney water park featuring the world's largest man-made wave pool. Lay-out on the beach
or just enjoy the lush tropical surroundings.
Universal Studios
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
407-363-8000
Over 40 rides, shows & movie set including Jaws, Kongfrontation, Earthquake, and The E.T.
Adventure, Nickelodeon Studios, Back to the Future, The Fantastic World of Hanna-Barbera,
and many more. As of the summer of 1999, Universal Studios has added the Islands of
Adventure Park. This roller-coaster, fun-dazzling theme park has everyone rushing to the
gates!
Wet 'n Wild
6200 International Drive, Orlando
1-800-992-WILD
A full-day of thrilling water fun and sun await you at Wet 'n Wild. Elaborate rides with
death-defying curves and drops are just to get you warmed up.
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