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Plant City 

Dinosaur World  
Dinosaur World 
5145 Harvey Tew Rd. Plant City, FL 33565-6101 Phone: 813/717-9865 Fax: 813/707-9776 Website: http://www.dinoworld.net 
E-mail: dinowrld@gtemail.net More than 100 life-sized model dinosaurs reflecting modern scientific theories are displayed in a natural landscape. 



 

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Cypress Gardens
2641 S. Lake Summit Drive, near Winter Haven, FL 33884
Phone: 863-324-2111   1-800-282-2123
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Theme Parks

Adventure Island
Amazing Exotics
Busch Gardens
Caribbean Gardens
Cypress Gardens
Disney World
Gatorland
Jungle Adventures
Key West Aquarium
Florida's Gulfarium
Kennedy Space Center
Lion Country Safari
Old Town
Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum
Sea World   Sea World
Sesame Place
Splendid China
Sunken Gardens
Universal Studios
Water County
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Universal Studios

Walt Disney World Theme Parks

Kennedy Space Center
Museum of Science and Industry

Attraction Directories
Florida, Central - Lake Wales
Florida, Central - Orlando
Florida (General)
Florida's Forgotten Tourist Attractions		 Florida, South - Water Parks and Pools
Florida, Tampa Bay Area
Florida, West Central - Sarasota

 

 

Air Excursions & Hot Air Ballooning

Art Galleries

Attractions & Theme Parks

  • Blizzard Beach
    Buena Vista Dr
    Lake Buena Vista, FL
    Phone: (407) 934-7639
    Disney's Blizzard Beach     Now you can ski Disney! Slide down snow-capped peaks in Florida! Blizzard Beach introduces the world's fastest ski-jump slide where you'll go from zero to sixty in seconds. This ski resort is filled with moguls, chutes and slides guaranteed to give you the shivers.
    Rates: $21-$26
  • Blue Man Group Orlando
    407-224-3849 www.uogroupsales.com  1000 Universal Studios Plaza B-110, 1st Floor Orlando, FL 32819
     
     
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
    813-987-5280 www.buschgardens.com  3000 East Busch Boulevard Tampa, FL 33612
     
     
  • Cirque du Soleil
    407-939-7600 www.lanoubaorlando.com  1478 East Buena Vista Drive Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
     
     
  • Cypress Gardens Adventure Park
    863-324-2111 www.cypressgardens.com  6000 Cypress Gardens Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884
     
     
  • Daytona 500 Experience
    386-947-6530 www.daytonausa.com  1801 West International Speedway Boulevard Daytona Beach, FL 32114
     
     
  • Dinosaur World
    813-717-9865 www.dinoworld.net  5145 Harvey Tew Road Plant City, FL 33565
     
     
  • Discovery Cove
    407-370-1280 www.discoverycove.com  6000 Discovery Cove Way Orlando, FL 32821 http://www.discoverycove.com/home-flash.asp was built to create opportunities for you to interact with playful dolphins and exotic birds. But, if you want an experience that gets you more time with the animals than the park’s dolphin swim, consider the Trainer for a Day package ($429-449 per person plus tax). In addition to your enhanced personal dolphin swim, you will also participate in behind-the-scenes feedings at the coral reef, feed and care for the exotic birds in the free-flight aviary, assist with animal food preparation and record review, participate in small-mammal playtime and training as well as be involved in animal behavioral training classes. This tour is limited to guests in good physical condition and at least 6 years old. All participants under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a paid adult. Advance reservations are required and can be made online or by calling 877-434-7268.

 

  • Disney World
    http://disney.go.com/park/homepage/today/flash/index.html 
     
     
  • Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
    407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 Tour backstage animal facilities such as the veterinary hospital, animal nutrition center and elephant barn as part of the Backstage Safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom ($65 per person plus tax and regular park admission). This walking safari offers a revealing look at the new and creative ways that animal care specialists meet the unique challenges of animal care and behavior as well as promoting wildlife conservation. This tour is limited to guests ages 16 and older. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling 407-939-8687.
     
     
  • Disney-MGM Studios
    407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
     
     
  • DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park  +
    407-828-4600 www.downtowndisney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
     
     
  • Epcot
    407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 Get ready for a wild – and wet – adventure at Epcot. Grab your swimsuit and head to The Seas with Nemo and Friends for a trio of underwater encounters. The Seas Aqua Tour immerses you in an awesome "behind-the-seas" adventure exploring more than 65 species of marine life in a unique coral reef environment ($100 per person, Epcot admission is neither included nor required, guests ages 8 and older only - guests ages 8-16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). Admission includes all gear, refreshments, a T-shirt, and a group photo. You do not need any special certifications to participate in this program. For the experienced diver, the three-hour Epcot DiveQuest is a truly unique diving experience ($140 per person, Epcot admission is neither included nor required, guests ages 10 and up with a SCUBA certification - guests ages 10-14 must to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian). With guaranteed calm seas, no current and unlimited visibility, you are guaranteed a perfect 40-minute, in-water experience. If you love dolphins, plan to get face-to-fin with the beautiful creatures during the three-hour Dolphins in Depth tour ($150 per person, Epcot admission is neither included nor required, guests ages 13 and up only – guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). Create magical memories as you discover and learn about these amazing denizens of the deep through up-close interaction. You do not need to swim or be SCUBA certified to enjoy this program. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling 407-939-8687.
     
     
  • Fantasy of Flight
    863-984-3500 www.fantasyofflight.com  1400 Broadway Boulevard Southeast Polk City, FL 33868
     
     
  • Fun Spot Action Park
    407-363-3867 www.fun-spot.com  5551 Del Verde Way Orlando, FL 32819
     
     
  • Gator Golf and Adventure Park
    321-689-3090 6584 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
     
     
  • Gatorland
    www.gatorland.com  14501 South Orange Blossom Trail Orlando, FL 32837 -6699
    Phone: (407) 855-5496, (800) 393-JAWS (5297)
    http://www.gatorland.com     Home to thousands of alligators and crocodiles. This half-day adventure includes three educational shows: Gator Wrestling, Gator Jumparoo and Snakes of Florida.
     
  • Green Meadows Petting Farm
    407-846-0770 www.greenmeadowsfarm.com  1368 South Poinciana Boulevard Kissimmee, FL 34746
     
     
  • Historic Bok Sanctuary
    863-676-1408 www.boksanctuary.org  1151 Tower Boulevard Lake Wales, FL 33853-3412
     
     
  • The Holy Land Experience
    407-367-2065 www.holylandexperience.com  4655 Vineland Road Orlando, FL 32811
     
     
  • Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex http://www.KennedySpaceCenter.com 
    407-452-2121 or 321-449-4444 www.kennedyspacecenter.com  State Road 405 Kennedy Space Center, Florida 32899
     The home of the manned space shuttle program, for a nominal fee, offers a tour of the space shuttle launch sites and you can see the new Apollo/Saturn V center that houses the Saturn V rocket.  IMAX films on a 5 1/2 story screen. open 9 am to dusk
     
     
  • Magic Kingdom® Park
    407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
     
     
  • Magical Midway
    407-370-5353 www.magicalmidway.com  7001 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
     
     
  • Motorsports Museum of Orlando
    407-363-9815 www.themotorsportsmuseumoforlando.com  7324 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
     
     
  • Orlando Science Center
    407-514-2000 www.osc.org  777 East Princeton Street Orlando, FL 32803-1291
    Phone: (407) 514-2000, (888) 672-4386
    http://www.osc.org     Experience hundreds of interactive exhibits for all ages in ten themed venueus. Surround yourself with images on the eight-story CineDome screen, the world's largest domed theater and planetarium.
    Rates: $8-$14 
     
     
  • Richard Petty Driving Experience
    407-939-0130 www.1800bepetty.com  3450 North World Drive Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
  •    Richard Petty Driving Experience
     Walt Disney World Speedway
    Lake Buena Vista, FLPhone: (407) 939-0130, (800) BE-PETTY (237-3889)
    http://www.1800bepetty.com     Get into a stockcar at speeds up to 145 miles per hour. Offering three program options: a ride with an instructor and three driving experiences.
    Rates: $25 and up
       
     
     
  • Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Orlando Museum auditoriums
    407-345-0501 www.ripleysorlando.com  8201 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 Phone: (407) 363-4418, (800) 998-4418
    http://www.entcon.com     From the antique to the exotic, from the massive to the miniature, see the amazing discoveries of explorer Robert Ripley. More than 200 oddities and exhibits.
    Rates: $8-$14
     
  • River Country
    Buena Vista Dr
    Lake Buena Vista, FL
    Phone: (407) 934-7639
    Disney's River Country Water park with a Huckleberry Finn theme. Disney fun in your bathing suit.
    Rates: $12-$16
     
  • Ron Jon Surfpark
    www.ronjonsurfpark.com  5250 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
     
     
  • SeaWorld Orlando
    407-351-3600 www.seaworldorlando.com  7007 SeaWorld Drive Orlando, FL 32821
    For more information, call 1-800-327-2424.
    Take Exit 28 off of Interstate 4. From Tampa:Take Exit 27A off of Interstate 4.
     http://seaworld.com/    http://www.shamu.com/ http://seaworld.com/index.html 
    SeaWorld Orlando prides itself on offering visitors unique opportunities to interact with some of the planet’s most impressive marine mammals through its Animal Connections Programs. The park’s Beluga Interaction Program offers you the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to slip into the chilly 55 F (13 C) water for an up-close, hands-on encounter with the majestic beluga whale ($179 per person, plus tax and regular park admission, guests ages 13 and older only).  Sharks Deep Dive plunges you into the realm of sharks – more than 50 of them, in fact – in a protective shark cage for a truly unique two-hour experience ($150 per person, guests ages 10 and older only). A specially designed underwater helmet enables you to breathe and communicate underwater without the use of scuba gear. For the ultimate “working” adventure, consider the Marine Mammal Keeper Experience ($399 per person, including tax and regular park admission, guests ages 13 and older only). During this eight-hour program, you will help care for the park’s animals alongside the experts – with experiences ranging from bottle-feeding orphaned manatees to interacting with seals and walruses. Reservations are required and can be made online or by calling 800-327-2424
     
     
  • Silver Springs
    352-236-2121 www.silversprings.com  5656 East Silver Springs Boulevard Silver Springs, FL 34488
     
     
  • SkyVenture Orlando
    407-903-1150 www.skyventureorlando.com  6805 Visitors Circle Orlando, FL 32819
     
     
  • Skull Kingdom
    5933 American Way
    Orlando, FL 32819-8201
    Phone: (407) 354-1564
    http://www.skullkingdom.com     Live performers, robotics and special effects.
    Rates: $8-$14

 

  • Splendid China
    3000 Splendid China Blvd   http://www.floridasplendidchina.com/
    Kissimmee, FL 34747-1765
    Phone: (407) 397-8800, (800) 244-6226      Explore China's sites and landmarks - Forbidden City, Great Wall, Leshan Grand Buddha, Stone Forest, Terra Cotta Warriors and more. Find fascinating shows, taste delicious Chinese cuisine. Let dancers, actors and acrobats entertain you all day.Rates: $25 and up
    3000 Splendid China Boulevard Kissimmee, Florida 34747   May 1, 2000 - October 29, 2000 All day park admission: Park opens daily at 9:30 am. Closing times vary by season. Splendid China provides visitors with detailed and authentic reproductions. A wide variety of live entertainment (acrobatics, costumed dance, martial arts, music, etc...) - a 90 minute live stage production, "The Mysterious Kingdom of the Orient" is performed at 6:00 pm Tuesday through Sunday. For more information call 1-800-244-6226 or email: schina@earthlink.net 

 

 

  • Typhoon Lagoon
    Buena Vista Dr,  Lake Buena Vista, FL    Phone: (407) 934-7639
    Disney's Typhoon Lagoon     One of the world's largest wave pools surrounds Mount Mayday where you can drop 51 feet down the Humunga Kowabunga. Enjoy tubing, body slides, sandy beach and water fun for the whole family.
    Rates: $21-$26
     
 

 

  • Wet 'n Wild
    6200 International Dr
    Orlando, FL 32819-8290
    Phone: (407) 351-1800,  (800) 992-9453
    http://www.wetnwild.com     A water theme park with multi-passenger rides, including the new Hydra-Fighter.
    Rates: $25 and up

 

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Dinner Theaters And Entertainment


   

  • Mark Two Dinner Theater
     3376 Edgewater Dr
    Orlando, FL 32804-3797
    Phone: (407) 843-6275, (800) 726-6275     Professional equity dinner theater. Broadway musical comedies, special events.
    Rates: $25 and up

 

 

  • Muvico Pointe 21 Theaters
    9101 International Dr
    Orlando, FL 32819-8124
    Phone: (407) 352-3573
    http://www.muvico.com     Featuring the IMAX Theater, this megaplex showcases 3-D and 2-D films.
    Rates: $8-$14 
       
  • Millennium Theatre
    5515 West Hwy 192
    Kissimmee, FL 34746
    Phone: (407) 397-9800

     

       

       

Entertainment Complexes & Venues

 

  • Church Street Station
    129 W Church St
    Orlando, FL 32801-3399
    Phone: (407) 422-2434
    http://www.churchstreetstation.com/     Nighttime dining, shopping and entertainment complex. Entertainment includes Dixieland Jazz, country music, classic rock & roll and more.
    Rates: $15-$25

 

  • Disney's BoardWalk
    407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830  Entertainment, dining and shopping circling a lagoon.  ESPN club and Jellyrolls are among the entertainment spots here.
    Rates: Free
       
     
     
  • Downtown Disney® Pleasure Island
    407-939-2648 www.downtowndisney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 Downtown Disney
    Walt Disney World Resort Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
    Phone: (407) 824-4321     An entertainment, dining and shopping complex encompassing Pleasure Island, The Marketplace and the new West Side. Be sure to order Cirque du Soleil tickets ahead of time if you plan to see this famous mystical circus.
    Rates: Free    Pleasure Island
     Walt Disney World Resort
    Lake Buena Vista, FL
    Phone: (407) 934-7639     This six-acre nighttime, theme park features seven nightclubs, various shops and restaurants.
    Rates: $15-$25
     
     
  • Downtown Disney® West Side
    407-939-2648 www.downtowndisney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
     
     
  • Old Town Shopping, Dining & Entertainment Attraction
    407-396-4888 www.old-town.com  5770 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway Kissimmee, FL 34746 Old Town Shopping, Dining and Entertainment
    5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy
    Kissimmee, FL 34746-4732
    Phone: (407) 396-4888, (800) 843-4202
    http://www.old-town.com     Features 75 specialty shops, eight restaurants, 15 amusement rides and classic car shows every Fri. and Sat.
    Rates: FRE
     
     
  • Pointe Orlando
    407-248-2838 www.pointeorlando.com  9101 International Drive Suite 1040 Orlando, FL 32819-8124
    Phone: (407) 248-2838
    http://www.pointeorlandofl.com     Located on International Dr., Pointe*Orlando is a combination of over 70 first-rate shopping, superb dining, and spectacular entertainment venues. Pointe*Orlando's open-air promenades, themed courtyards, and original architecture make it unforgettable. 
    Rates: FREE
     
     
  • Silver Spurs Arena & Exhibition Building at Osceola Heritage Park
    321-697-3333 www.ohpark.com  1875 Silver Spur Lane Kissimmee, FL 34744
     
     
  • Universal CityWalk®
    407-363-8000 www.citywalkorlando.com  6000 Universal Boulevard Orlando, FL 32819
    Universal Studios City Walk
    1000 Universal Studios PlazaOrlando, FL 32819-7628
    Phone: (407) 363-8000     A 30-acre dining, shopping and entertainment mecca featuring specialty shops, nightclubs, theaters, and themed restaurants including Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville.
    Rates: Free

      

Family Friendly

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Museums

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Water Parks

Wildlife Refuges & Zoos

  • A World of Orchids
    2501 N Old Lake Wilson Rd
    Kissimmee, FL 34747-2001
    Phone: (407) 396-1887
    http://www.a-world-of-orchids.com     Exquisite flowering orchids showcased in a climate controlled rainforest garden. Exotic birds, small reptiles, tropical plants, Nature Walk, rose garden, rental areas for multi-functions. Open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Paid admission applied toward $10 or more plant purchases.
    Rates: under $8

 

 

  • Green Meadows Petting Farm
    1368 S. Poinciana Blvd.
    Kissimmee, FL 347646
    Phone: (407) 846-0770
    http://www.greenmeadowsfarm.com/     Hands-on, two-hour guided tours. Kids can play with more than 200 farm animals, have a pony ride, milk a cow, ride a train and go on a hayride.
    Rates: $8-$14

 

  • Harry P. Leu Gardens
    1920 N. Forest Ave.
    Orlando, FL
    Phone: (407) 246-3622
    http://www.ci.orlando.fl.us/departments/leu_gardens/     Harry P. Leu Gardens has nearly fifty acres of peaceful grounds that let you enjoy "Old Florida" at a leisurely pace. Stroll along paths shaded by ancient oaks, forests of camellias and giant camphors. Take a guided tour of the Leu House Museum, a restored late nineteenth-century home that began as a Florida farmhouse.
    Rates: under $8
       
  • Horse World Riding Stables
    3705 S. Poinciana Blvd.
    Kissimmee, FL 34758
    Phone: (407) 847-4343
    http://www.horseworldstables.com     Horse World Riding Stables offers a petting zoo, pony rides, horseback riding, instruction for adults and children, nature trails and guided trail rides.
    Rates: $25 and up

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