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Area Attractions Hotels, Resorts, Theme Parks

 

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. dinocoupon.jpg (6045 bytes)

 

Winter Haven

 

Cypress Gardens
2641 S. Lake Summit Drive, near Winter Haven, FL 33884
Phone: 863-324-2111   1-800-282-2123
http://cypressgardens.com/main.asp     http://cypressgardens.com/info/ five dollar coupon
 http://www.floridacoupons.addr.com/CypressGardens.htm  

ORLANDO

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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

bullet Biplane Rides over Kissimmee  
407-473-9143 www.biplaneridesoverkissimmee.com  Kissimmee Airport at Attractions Jet Center 606 North Dyer Boulevard Kissimmee, FL 34741
 
 
bullet Bob's Balloon Flights & Advertising Promotions  
407-466-6380 www.bobsballoons.com c/o Perkins Restaurant 12559 State Road 535 Orlando, FL 32836
 
 
bullet Magic Sunrise Ballooning  
www.magicsunriseballooning.com c/o Black Angus Steakhouse 7516 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway Kissimmee, FL 34747
 
 
bullet Orlando Balloon Rides  
407-894-5040 www.orlandoballoonrides.com  7769 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway Kissimmee, FL 34747
 
 
bullet Wallaby Ranch Hang Gliding Flight Park
863-424-0070 www.wallaby.com  1805 Deen Still Road Davenport, FL 33897
 
 
bullet Warbird Adventures, Inc.
407-870-7366 www.warbirdadventures.com  233 North Hoagland Boulevard Kissimmee, FL 34741
 
 
bullet ZERO-G CORPORATION, Planet Earth's first Spaceline®
954-756-1000 www.gozerog.com  240 SW 34th Street Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33315
 
 

Art Galleries

bullet Millenia Fine Art
407-304-8100 www.milleniafineart.com  555 South Lake Destiny Road Orlando, FL 32810
 
 

Attractions & Theme Parks

bullet 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
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bullet Blue Man Group Orlando
407-224-3849 www.uogroupsales.com  1000 Universal Studios Plaza B-110, 1st Floor Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
813-987-5280 www.buschgardens.com  3000 East Busch Boulevard Tampa, FL 33612
 
 
bullet Cirque du Soleil
407-939-7600 www.lanoubaorlando.com  1478 East Buena Vista Drive Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
 
 
bullet Cypress Gardens Adventure Park
863-324-2111 www.cypressgardens.com  6000 Cypress Gardens Boulevard Winter Haven, FL 33884
 
 
bullet Daytona 500 Experience
386-947-6530 www.daytonausa.com  1801 West International Speedway Boulevard Daytona Beach, FL 32114
 
 
bullet Dinosaur World
813-717-9865 www.dinoworld.net  5145 Harvey Tew Road Plant City, FL 33565
 
 
bullet 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.

 

bulletDisney World
http://disney.go.com/park/homepage/today/flash/index.html 
 
 
bullet 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.
 
 
bullet Disney-MGM Studios
407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
 
 
bullet DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park  +
407-828-4600 www.downtowndisney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
 
 
bullet 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.
 
 
bullet Fantasy of Flight
863-984-3500 www.fantasyofflight.com  1400 Broadway Boulevard Southeast Polk City, FL 33868
 
 
bullet Fun Spot Action Park
407-363-3867 www.fun-spot.com  5551 Del Verde Way Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet Gator Golf and Adventure Park
321-689-3090 6584 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet 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.

 
bullet Green Meadows Petting Farm
407-846-0770 www.greenmeadowsfarm.com  1368 South Poinciana Boulevard Kissimmee, FL 34746
 
 
bullet Historic Bok Sanctuary
863-676-1408 www.boksanctuary.org  1151 Tower Boulevard Lake Wales, FL 33853-3412
 
 
bullet The Holy Land Experience
407-367-2065 www.holylandexperience.com  4655 Vineland Road Orlando, FL 32811
 
 
bullet 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

 
 
bullet Magic Kingdom® Park
407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
 
 
bullet Magical Midway
407-370-5353 www.magicalmidway.com  7001 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet Motorsports Museum of Orlando
407-363-9815 www.themotorsportsmuseumoforlando.com  7324 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet 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 

 
 
bullet Richard Petty Driving Experience
407-939-0130 www.1800bepetty.com  3450 North World Drive Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
bullet   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

   

 
 
bullet 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

 
bullet 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
 
bullet Ron Jon Surfpark
www.ronjonsurfpark.com  5250 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet 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
 
 
bullet Silver Springs
352-236-2121 www.silversprings.com  5656 East Silver Springs Boulevard Silver Springs, FL 34488
 
 
bullet SkyVenture Orlando
407-903-1150 www.skyventureorlando.com  6805 Visitors Circle Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet 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

 

bullet 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 

 

bullet Terror in Orlando
407-351-4164 www.terrorinorlando.com  7316 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet Titanic The Experience
407-248-1166 www.titanictheexperience.com  8445 International Drive Suite 202 Orlando, FL 32819

 

bullet 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

 
 
bullet Universal Studios Florida®
407-363-8000 www.universalorlando.com  1000 Universal Studios Plaza Orlando, FL 32819 Universal Studios
http://WWW.UNIVERSALSTUDIOS.COM OR HTTP://UESCAPE.COM 
1-800-U-ESCAPE

 
 
bullet Universal's Islands of Adventure®
407-363-8000 www.universalorlando.com  1000 Universal Studios Plaza Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet Water Mania
6073 W Hwy 192
Kissimmee, FL  34747
Phone: (407) 396-2626
A water park with wave pools, flumes, bumper boats, mini golf and much more.  Great for families and their kids.
Rates:

 

bullet 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

 

bullet WonderWorks - Attraction Concepts, Ltd.
407-351-8800 www.wonderworksonline.com  9067 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819-9316      Phone: (407) 351-8800
http://www.orlandoonline.com/wonderworks
An interactive attraction with more than 100 hands-on exhibits, including earthquake simulators, physical challenge area, virtual reality and computer-generated experiences. Laser tag arena.
Rates: $8-$14

 

   
 

Boat & Eco Tours

bullet A-Awesome Airboat Rides
407-568-7601 www.airboatride.com  Christmas, FL 32709
 
 
bullet Airboat Rides 'Old Fashion'
407-568-4307 www.airboatrides.com  Christmas, FL 32709
 
 
bullet Airboat Rides at Midway
407-568-6790 www.airboatridesatmidway.com  28501 E. Colonial Drive Christmas, FL 32709
 
 
bullet Big Toho Airboat Rides
321-624-2398 www.orlandoswamptours.com  100 Lakeshore Boulevard Kissimmee, FL 34741
 
 
bullet Black Hammock Airboat Rides
407-977-8235 www.theblackhammock.com  2356 Black Hammock Fish Camp Road Oviedo, FL 32765
 
 
bullet Boggy Creek Airboat Tours
407-344-9550 www.bcairboats.com  2001 East Southport Road Kissimmee, FL 34746
 
 
bullet Cypress Lake Airboat Tours
407-957-2277 www.ospreyecotours.com  3301 Lake Cypress Road Kenansville, FL 34739
 
 
bullet Florida Eco Safari at Forever Florida
407-957-9794 www.floridaeco-safaris.com  4755 North Kenansville Road St. Cloud, FL 34773
 
 
bullet Fun 2 Dive Scuba and Snorkeling Tours
407-322-9696 www.fun2dive.com 503 South French Avenue Sanford, FL 32771
 
 
bullet Indian River Queen / Island Boat Lines
321-454-7414 www.indianriverqueen.com 93 Dellannoy Avenue Cocoa, FL 32922
 
 
bullet Lake County's Premier Boat Tours
352-434-8040 www.florida-secrets.com /lake_county_tours.htm Historic Lakeside Inn 100 North Alexander Street Mount Dora, FL 32757
 
 
bullet Rivership ROMANCE
407-321-5091 www.rivershipromance.com  433 North Palmetto Avenue Sanford, FL 32771
 
 
bullet Scenic Boat Tour, Winter Park
407-644-4056 www.scenicboattours.com  312 East Morse Boulevard Winter Park, FL 32789
 
 
bullet Scenic Lake Tours
407-908-5688 www.fishingchartersinc.com 101 Lakeshore Boulevard Kissimmee, FL 34741
 
 

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Dinner Theaters And Entertainment

bullet Arabian Nights
407-239-9223 www.arabian-nights.com  3081 Arabian Nights Boulevard Kissimmee, FL 34747

Arabian Nights
6225 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy.Kissimmee, FL 34747
Phone: (407) 239-9223, (800) 553-6116
http://www.arabian-nights.com/
A storybook tale of romance in the Palace of Horses. More than 60 of the world's most beautiful horses combined with the grandeur of a Broadway production creates the most unique show in the world. Dine on a sumptuous prime rib banquet. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime.
Rates: $25 and up

 

 
bullet Capone's Dinner & Show
407-397-2378 www.alcapones.com  4740 West US 192 Kissimmee, FL 34746
 
 
bullet Disney's Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show
407-939-3463 www.disney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
 
 
bullet Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede Dinner Attraction
407-238-2777 www.dixiestampede.com  8251 Vineland Avenue Orlando, FL 32821
 
 
bullet Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue
407-939-3463 www.disney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000


 

 
bullet King Henry's Feast
8984 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819-9321
Phone: (407) 351-5151,  (800) 883-8181
Spend a magical evening in a medieval castle. Acts include a sword-swallower and fire-breather, aerial ballerina, juggler and court jester. Four-course meal.
Rates: $25 and up


   

bullet 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

 

bullet Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
407-396-1518 or (800) 229-8300 www.medievaltimes.com  4510 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway Kissimmee, FL 34746  
http://www.medievaltimes.com Enjoy a four-course medieval banquet while watching knights on Andalusian horses competing in tournament games and jousting matches.
Rates: $25 and up

 
 
bullet The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show  +
407-351-8800 www.wonderworksonline.com  9067 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet Pirate's Dinner Adventure
407-248-0590 www.piratesdinneradventure.com  6400 Carrier Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 
 
bullet SeaWorld - Makahiki Luau, Polynesian Feast and Celebration
407-351-3600 www.seaworld.com  7007 SeaWorld Drive Orlando, FL 32821
 
 
bullet Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows
407-363-1985 www.sleuths.com 
8267 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819

Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows
7508 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819-8911
Phone: (407) 363-1985, (800) 393-1985
http://www.sleuths.com
Step into a world of comedy and intrigue where you'll try to solve an exciting whodunit. Audience participation, dinner and dessert.
Rates: $25 and up

   
    
 

 
bullet Tony n' Tina's Wedding
407-390-7400 www.tonyandtinaorlando.com  8967 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819

 

bulletMuvico 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 

   
bullet Millennium Theatre
5515 West Hwy 192
Kissimmee, FL 34746
Phone: (407) 397-9800

 

   

   

Entertainment Complexes & Venues

 

bullet 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

 

bullet 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

   

 
 
bullet 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

 
 
bullet Downtown Disney® West Side
407-939-2648 www.downtowndisney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
 
 
bullet 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

 
 
bullet 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

 
 
bullet Silver Spurs Arena & Exhibition Building at Osceola Heritage Park
321-697-3333 www.ohpark.com  1875 Silver Spur Lane Kissimmee, FL 34744
 
 
bullet 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

bullet The JESUS Film Project
407-854-1323 www.jesusfilmtour.org  100 Lake Hart Drive 2300 Orlando, FL 32832
 
 
bullet WordSpring Discovery Center
407-852-3626 www.wordspringdiscoverycenter.com  11221 John Wycliffe Boulevard Orlando, FL 32832
 

Heritage/Ethnic

bullet Winter Park Historical Association and Museum
407-647-8180 www.winterparkhistorical.com  200 West New England Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789
 

Museums

bullet Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
407-647-6294 www.polasek.org  633 Osceola Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789
 
 
bullet The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art
407-645-5311 www.morsemuseum.org  445 North Park Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789
 
 
bullet Florida International Museum
727-341-7900 www.floridamuseum.org  244 Second Avenue North St. Petersburg, FL 33701
 
 
bullet Florida's Natural Growers Grove House Visitor Center
863-679-4110 www.floridasnatural.com  20160 Highway 27 North Lake Wales, FL 33859
 
 
bullet Maitland Art Center
407-539-2181 www.maitlandartcenter.org  231 West Packwood Avenue Maitland, FL 32751-5596
 
 
bullet The Mennello Museum of American Art
407-246-4278 www.mennellomuseum.org  900 East Princeton Street Orlando, FL 32803
 
 
bullet Museum of Arts & Sciences
386-255-0285 www.moas.org  352 South Nova Road Daytona Beach, FL 32114
 
 
bullet Orange County Regional History Center and Heritage Square A
407-836-8500 www.thehistorycenter.org  65 East Central Boulevard Orlando, FL 32801
 
 
bullet Orlando Museum of Art
407-896-4231 www.omart.org  2416 North Mills Avenue Orlando, FL 32803-1483
 
 
bullet The Wells' Built Museum of African American History & Culture
407-245-7535 www.pastinc.org  511 West South Street Orlando, FL 32805
 
 
bullet Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts
407-647-3307 www.zoranealehurston.cc  227 East Kennedy Boulevard Eatonville, FL 32751
 

Parks & Gardens

bullet Harry P. Leu Gardens
407-246-2620 www.leugardens.org  1920 North Forest Avenue Orlando, FL 32803
 

Themed

bullet Disney Character Dining
407-939-3463 www.disney.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
 

Water Parks

bullet Adventure Island
813-987-5660 www.adventureisland.com  10001 Malcolm McKinley Drive Tampa, FL 33612
 
 
bullet Aquatica - SeaWorld's Water Park
407-363-2280 www.seaworldaquatica.com  10303 International Drive Orlando, FL 32821
 
 
bullet Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park
407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
 
 
bullet Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
407-824-4321 www.disneyworld.com  Post Office Box 10,000 Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-1000
 
 
bullet Wet 'n Wild - Orlando
407-351-1800 www.wetnwildorlando.com  6200 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
 

Wildlife Refuges & Zoos

bullet 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

 

bullet Brevard Zoo
321-254-9453 www.brevardzoo.org 8225 North Wickham Road Melbourne, FL 32940
 
 
bullet Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
407-323-4450 www.centralfloridazoo.org  3755 Northwest Highway 17-92 I-4, Exit 104, by Lake Monroe Sanford, FL 32747-0309
Central Florida Zoological Park

3755 N. US 17-92
Sanford, FL 32747-0309
Phone: (407) 323-4450
http://www.centralfloridazoo.org/
Explore the world of nature and discover more than 400 animals including cheetahs, leopards, elephants, mandrills, macaws and reptiles.
Rates: under $8

 

bullet 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

 

bullet Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando,