Don’t just pass through Orlando on your way to your favorite theme park. Stay a while. The City Beautiful’s happenings are as varied as its many lakes.
Orlando has just what you need for your warm winter escape or summer getaway. Nature lovers will enjoy adrenaline-pumpingoutdoor activities and public parks to explore at their leisure. Art and culture lovers can delve into intriguing museums and science centers. Shopaholics will find plenty of stores to browse, and when it’s time to eat, consider yourself lucky -- Orlando has all the fixin's for your meal.
College Park got its name from the walkable, university-named streets found in the neighborhood. Head there to find hip shops and restaurants with a wide range of dining options.
Loch Haven Park
Loch Haven Park
Loch Haven Park is known as the “cultural corridor” of Orlando. Enjoy the neighborhood’s high concentration of arts and science destinations. You can also explore Loch Haven Park, and the nearby Leu Gardens.
Winter Park
Winter Park
Winter Park is an elegant community just 15 minutes north of downtown Orlando. You’ll find a farmer’s market, art museums, upscale boutiques, and posh dining spots along its beautiful streets.
Must Know
Because Orlando receives so many tourists, it is important to exercise caution while you’re out. Never leave your belongings unattended, and bring your purchases back to your hotel room as soon as possible.
Avoid swimming in any lakes and ponds in Orlando. The majority of them are inhabited by alligators.
During the winter, hundreds of manatees migrate to the Crystal River. It’s an impressive sight, and you can even swim with them.
Hot Air balloons fly over the property weekly so don’t forget to cast your eyes skyward.
This is a great location if you’re a fan of Orlando Magic basketball, Orlando City soccer, or Kissimmee Rodeos, and we’re just a little over an hour to Tampa, home of the Bucs and the Rays.
For more nearby activities, check out the Things to Do section of www.experiencekissimmee.com
Must Do
Outdoor Activities
Orlando’s sunny weather makes for great outdoor fun year round. Get active: bike, hike, canoe, or zoom through Orlando’s subtropical terrain on an airboat or zipline at Orlando Tree Trek Adventure Park or Adrenaline adventures. SUP (stand up paddleboard) enthusiasts will thrive in Orlando’s canals; contact Paddleboard Orlando for details.
Parks & Museums
Take advantage of Orlando’s impressive collections of art and nature. There are over 80 public parks, countless bodies of water, and over 20 museums to choose from. Check out the Orlando Museum of Art, the Orlando Science Center, or the Mennello Museum of American Art.
Dining & Nightlife
Go out and eat well. Orlando has mouthwatering food destinations that are among the best in the South, and bars to match the way you like to hang out. Taste global flavors, go down home for a little soul food and barbecue, or try a bite of alligator. Top barbecue spots worth checking out include 4 Rivers Smokehouse, Pig Floyd’s Urban Barbakoa and Bubbalou’s Bodacious Bar-B-Que.
Golfing
Orlando might have more golf courses than it does lakes. Tee off on expertly-designed golf courses that are highly praised by pros and amateurs alike; there are over 150 of them. Newcomers can take a swing at the sport by visiting one of over 20 golf academies.
