Things to do Orlando

From Ports to Theme Parks

Whether you're looking to bring the whole family to Disney World, experience the excitement of Universal Orlando, or see the wonders of marine life at Sea World, the city of Orlando offers things to do and attractions like no other.

Attractions

Kennedy Space Center

Aspiring astronauts can experience some truly out-of-this-world adventures at this massive complex featuring interactive space shuttle exhibits, a rocket garden, two IMAX shows, rocket launch viewing areas, and much more.

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The Holy Land Experience

This Christian-based theme park brings the Bible to life through realistic recreations of historic Israel, interactive exhibits showcasing ancient artifacts, and theatrical productions retelling the Bible's most beloved stories.

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Sea World/ Aquatica Water Park

A large marine zoological park and theme park, SeaWorld Orlando features educational fun for the whole family, including dolphin encounters, thrilling rides, aquariums, exhibits, sea lion feedings, performances, and more.

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Walt Disney World

Known endearingly as "the most magical place on earth", Disney World is a famous, family-friendly theme park destination like no other. Disney's exciting attractions are located only a few miles away from our Orlando hotel.

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Universal Orlando

This rip-roaring Orlando amusement park features a wide range of rollercoasters, attractions, and entertainment based on Universal Studios' productions.

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LegoLand

Immerse yourself in LegoLand's colorful world with larger-than-life Lego displays and over 50 rides, attractions, and shows for all ages! Then slide, splash, and build your way to Legoland Water Park to cool off after a long day of fun.

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Volcano Bay Water Park

Make some serious waves at Universal Studio's Polynesian-themed water park where you can flow at your own pace and lounge in the lazy river all day or plummet down a drop-slide straight from a giant volcano!

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ICON Orlando

Experience the best of International Drive entertainment at Icon Park where you can choose from over 40 delicious restaurants, an aquarium, wax museum, or take in the best views of Orlando from a 400-foot observation wheel.

Sports Venues

Amway Center - Home of the Orlando Magic and Orlando Solar Bears

This 875,000-square-foot high-tech arena is the ultimate entertainment zone for sports fans and concert-goers. Come cheer on your favorite team or enjoy world-class performers take the stage from premium seating.

Sports Venues

Camping World Stadium

Considered the grandfather of Orlando venues, Camping World Stadium has transformed into a world-renowned destination that's played host to everything from college football to "rock superbowls" featuring such acts as the Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd.

Sports Venues

Exploria Stadium - Home of Orlando City Soccer

The Exploria Stadium is one of the newest stadiums in Major League Soccer. It has a capacity of 25,500 and features canopies that not only shield fans from rain but also amplify their cheers — making Exploria also one of the loudest in MLS!

Sports Venues

ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

Located in Walt Disney World Resort, this 230-acre multi-purpose sports complex can host up to 60 sports across ten venues. Train like a champion or enjoy as a spectator with a touch of Disney magic thrown in.

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Bounce House - Home of the UCF Knights

Show your black-and-gold team spirit at UCF's 44,206-seat Bounce House, which affectionately got its name because it would literally shake when UCF fans jumped in unison during the stadium's inaugural season.

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US Tennis Association National Campus

Orlando is the Home of American Tennis thanks to the USTA's National Campus becoming one of the world’s largest tennis facility in the world. Tennis enthusiasts can come to watch, learn, and play within 64 acres and 100 lighted tennis courts.

Golf Courses

Lake Nona Golf Club

Sitting at the heart of the 17-square-mile Lake Nona, Lake Nona Golf Club boasts an 18-hole championship golf course designed by premier golf architect Tom Fazio. The course offers both wooded canopy and breathtaking lake vistas.

Golf Courses

Shingle Creek Golf Club

Designed by the renowned Arnold Palmer Design Company, this par-72 championship golf course has design features harkening back to the golden age of golf course design. Elevated greens and strategically placed bunkers give golfers entertaining strategic options.

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Golf Courses

Metro West Golf Club

10 minutes from Universal Studios, MetroWest Golf Club is a traditional-style 18-hole public golf course that features thousands of trees and well-positioned sand bunkers that provides golfers of all skill levels with a unique and enjoyable challenge.

Arts & Culture

Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts

From ballet to Broadway, comedy acts to kids’ shows, this two-block downtown Orlando destination includes multiple performance venues such as the Walt Disney Theater and the Seneff Arts Plaza.

Arts & Culture

Walt Disney Theater

The Walt Disney Theater Orlando is host to musicals, theater shows, concerts, and live events with 2,700 seats and design elements from taken the classical outdoor theaters of ancient Greece.

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Arts & Culture

Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins College

The Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins College is open to the public year-round and features rotating exhibitions and an extensive permanent collection that spans continents and centuries, from ancient art and artifacts to contemporary art.

Arts & Culture

Orlando Ballet

The Orlando Ballet presents both full-length classical ballets and contemporary repertoire programs with a full-time company of national and international dancers. The annual season includes three original productions and the holiday must-see, The Nutcracker!

Arts & Culture

Orlando Shakespeare Theatre

Cry, laugh, and sing your way through the Orlando Shakespeare Company's high-caliber productions like Les Miserables or the original pronunciation Elizabethan production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Combining an innovative theatrical experience with interpretations of traditional works.

Shopping

Florida Mall

Just 15 minutes from our hotel, the Florida Mall is Central Florida’s largest shopping center! Among 250 retailers and dining options is a compelling list of exclusive stores including American Girl, Crayola Experience, M&M’s WORLD, and The Disney Store.

Shopping

Mall at Millenia

For travelers who enjoy the finer things in life, The Mall at Millenia is Orlando’s luxury shopping and dining destination with equally luxurious services such as a full-service concierge, a personal stylist, tailoring, and international shipping services to get your purchases safely back home.

Shopping

Orlando International Premium Outlets

Just 5 minutes from Orlando's theme parks, visitors and locals enjoy can't-beat prices at an array of more than 180 outlet designer and name-brand outlet stores including H&M, Adidas, and Tory Burch at the largest outlet shopping destination in Florida!

Shopping

Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets

Take a break from the theme park fun and indulge in some shopaholic tendencies at this open-air outlet mall with more than 160 designer and name-brand stores for extraordinary savings every day.

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Shopping

Disney Springs

This 120-acre waterfront promenade within Walt Disney World Resort is an entertainment destination of its own. You can spend an entire day here sampling from the menus of over 50 dining options or shop the largest collection of Disney merchandise at the World of Disney store.