Number 3 of the “What To Do In … ?” – Series . There is so much more to Orlando than just theme parks!
NON-THEME-PARK THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO
Let’s start with the things which aren’t exactly a typical theme park attraction. I’ll list the parks for you further down anyway though.
- THE COCA-COLA ORLANDO EYE
- It is part of the i-360 theme park and gives you a spectacular view over downtown Orlando. It will take you up to 122m (400ft) high!
TIP: There’s free ground level parking behind the Eye, right off the Universal Blvd.
- It is part of the i-360 theme park and gives you a spectacular view over downtown Orlando. It will take you up to 122m (400ft) high!
- BOGGY CREEK AIRBOAT RIDES
- If you go to Florida and don’t go on an airboat right, you didn’t do it right. 😉
Enjoy your ride of up to 56km/h (35 miles per hour)! Racing over the water surface you’ll get to see plenty of nature and native wildlife. Make sure to wear sunscreen!TIP: Book ahead of time and maybe consider a later tour to enjoy the sunset and beat the heat.
- If you go to Florida and don’t go on an airboat right, you didn’t do it right. 😉
- WONDERWORKS
- Rainz day? No problem! At WonderWorks you can experience hands-on science exhibit, which make it very fun to explore. Parents might appreciate the learning experience for their kids as well!
TIP: The best time to visit are early in the day on weekdays.
- Rainz day? No problem! At WonderWorks you can experience hands-on science exhibit, which make it very fun to explore. Parents might appreciate the learning experience for their kids as well!
- RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT
- Full of rare items and incredible objects. Go have a look at the world’s largest tire or an danti-gravity pool table! Or you can go for admiring an authentic vampire killing kit – up to you.
TIP: Visit early to beat the crowds and get the most of your experience!
- Full of rare items and incredible objects. Go have a look at the world’s largest tire or an danti-gravity pool table! Or you can go for admiring an authentic vampire killing kit – up to you.
- CIRQUE MAGIC DINNER SHOW
- This dinner show is very family oriented and includes a whole dinner with ice-cream as desert.
It is an interactive dinner with magic tricks, acrobatics and lots of laughter for the whole family.TIP: Call and reserve upfront!
- This dinner show is very family oriented and includes a whole dinner with ice-cream as desert.
- CONGO RIVER ADVENTURE GOLF
- This attraction won 2015’s TripAdvisor Hall of Fame Award! It’s not just mini golf! You can explore caves, play basketball, feed alligators and even go mining for gems!
TIP: Go with enough time on your hands! Sooo much to do there!
- This attraction won 2015’s TripAdvisor Hall of Fame Award! It’s not just mini golf! You can explore caves, play basketball, feed alligators and even go mining for gems!
- GATORLAND
- If you want to get a really good feeling for Everglades’ nature and animals, then this one is a must for you. It’S wildlife preserve and theme park in one. Make sure you see the rare “white” alligators”!
TIP: Don’t forget the sunscreen! Since there’s a waterpark for kids inside, bring appropriate clothes for them.
- If you want to get a really good feeling for Everglades’ nature and animals, then this one is a must for you. It’S wildlife preserve and theme park in one. Make sure you see the rare “white” alligators”!
- KENNEDY SPACE CENTER
- Not directly in Orlando, but just an hour to the east, near Titusville, you’ll find the Kennedy Space Center. A great place to spend the day! You’ll see a lot of exhibitions but also experiences like the Shuttle Launch Experience.
THEME PARKS
Fine! Theme parks. You won’t get around them in Orlando. Here my TOP 5:
- DISNEY’S MAGIC KINGDOM
- Yes, Disneyland. The king of all theme parks!
No further explanations needed.(Choose from six different fantasy lands! Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland and Main Street!
TIP: Don’t miss the haunted mansion!)
- Yes, Disneyland. The king of all theme parks!
- UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE
- Voted world’s #1 theme park in 2015 and 2016 by TripAdvisor reviewers! It’s the ultimate experience when it comes to rides and attractions.
- DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS
- Combining Disney and Hollywood? Great idea! Make sure to check out the spooky Hollywood Tower!
- WET’N’WILD
- Because you need these water parks when it’s warm! Not just for the little ones. You’ll find great rides for everyone!
- Because you need these water parks when it’s warm! Not just for the little ones. You’ll find great rides for everyone!
- ANIMAL KINGDOM
- Can’t make this Safari trip this year? Go feed some giraffes in the Animal Kingdom.
What’s you favourite thing to do in Orlando?
Safe Travels!