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What to see and do in Orlando

Theme parks, gardens and museums to combine great attractions with downtown Orlando and the attractions of Winter Park.

Lake Eola Downtown Orlando
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YOUR JOURNEY, AT YOUR RHYTHM

Places to visit in Orlando

Choose the parks that interest you most and spend time in each one. Check the type of ticket and the parks included before purchasing.

Alternate attractions with Lake Eola, the Leu Gardens or a cultural visit to Winter Park, near Orlando.

TOURS AND EXPERIENCES

Orlando Guides: What to See and Do

Choose an area or destination to see places, activities, tips and itineraries. The length and budget of each guide are editorial suggestions.

Cinderella Castle Magic Kingdom
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Walt Disney World · Lake Buena Vista surroundings

Disney: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT and Springs

A multi-day offering that combines Magic Kingdom and EPCOT with the Disney Springs district. They are different venues within the large Walt Disney World complex, outside of Downtown Orlando.

3 days suggested · Flexible budget

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Tree of Life · Disney's Animal Kingdom
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Walt Disney World · Lake Buena Vista surroundings

Disney: stories, nature and water

Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom offer two different days. Typhoon Lagoon can only be added when its schedule confirms opening: Disney is currently announcing maintenance.

3 days suggested · Flexible budget

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Blanket · SeaWorld Orlando
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Southwest Orlando · Three visiting venues

SeaWorld, Aquatica and Discovery Cove

SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica and Discovery Cove are three different venues. This guide suggests separate days and reviewing tickets or packages without assuming one ticket fits all.

3 days suggested · Flexible budget

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Charles Hosmer Morse Museum Winter Park
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Winter Park · Neighboring city of Orlando

Winter Park: art, canals and gardens

A route through Winter Park, a neighboring city of Orlando, that combines the Morse Museum, the guided Scenic Boat Tour and the paths of Mead Botanical Garden. Organize trips between the three stops.

2 days suggested · Moderate budget

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Harry P. Leu Gardens
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Northeast of the city · Leu Gardens and Loch Haven

Orlando Gardens and Museums

Harry P. Leu Gardens is combined with another day in the Loch Haven Park area, where the Orlando Science Center and Orlando Museum of Art are located. These are visits with their own tickets.

2 days suggested · Moderate budget

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LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat in Orlando

Orlando brings together Florida flavors, southern tradition and Cuban cuisine. Discover these dishes and a citrus drink between parks and walks around the city.

Portion of pale yellow key lime pie with strawberries, cream and a slice of lime
Key lime pie with strawberries and cream; reference photograph of this preparation. Ralph Daily Original photography · CC BY 2.0

A Florida classic

Key lime pie

Creamy key lime pie with a cookie or dough base. A dessert linked to the Florida Keys that you can also try in Orlando.

Reference: Visit Florida · Regional flavors

Two halves of a toasted Cuban sandwich with melted cheese and pickles on the side
Pressed Cuban sandwich with cheese and pickles; reference photo of the plate. jeffreyw · Original photography · CC BY 2.0

Cuban tradition present in Florida

Cuban sandwich

Pressed and toasted Cuban bread with roast pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and mustard. A bite of the Cuban tradition present in Florida.

Reference: Visit Florida · Cuban cuisine

Seared grouper fillet with prawns and sauce, served on a white plate
A preparation of grouper with shrimp, photographed in Key West, Florida. Elin B Original photography · CC BY 2.0

Flavors of the Florida coast

Grouper

Fish with white, firm flesh, served grilled, spiced or fried. It is one of the flavors of Florida coastal cuisine.

Reference: Visit Florida · Florida Fish

Shrimp on creamy grits with sauce, chives and small pieces of bacon
A version of shrimp with grits, photographed in New Orleans as a reference to the dish. Jason Riedy Original photography · CC BY 2.0

Southern Cuisine in Orlando

Shrimp and grits

Shrimp on a creamy ground corn base. A dish of southern tradition that you will find in Orlando's gastronomic offer.

Reference: Visit Orlando · Southern Cuisine

Orange juice pouring into a transparent glass on blue background
Orange juice served in a glass; illustrative image of the drink. USDA · version edited by Arad · Original photography · Public domain

Central Florida Citrus Tradition

Florida orange juice

A citrus break to accompany breakfast. Look for juice made from Florida oranges and discover the region's citrus tradition.

Reference: Visit Florida · Central Florida Citrus

BEFORE YOU LEAVE

Tips for traveling to Orlando

Orlando and its surroundings require transfers

Downtown, International Drive, Walt Disney World and Winter Park are separate sectors. Calculate routes and check LYNX routes or your accommodation's transportation before combining visits.

LYNX · Plan transportation

Read the park and the ticket type

Disney and Universal selectors bring together different products. Check dates, parks included and conditions of change between parks; Epic Universe must expressly appear if you want to visit it.

Universal Orlando · Ticket types

Check the calendar before booking

Access to water parks and outdoor attractions can change because of maintenance or weather. Typhoon Lagoon lists a maintenance closure at the time of this review; confirm reopening information with Disney.

Walt Disney World · Typhoon Lagoon and calendar

Distinguish free entry and in-person purchase

Lake Eola and Mead Botanical Garden allow public walks. Scenic Boat Tour sells individual tours on a first-come, first-served basis at the location; Do not confuse that visit with a confirmed online reservation.

Winter Park Scenic Boat Tour · Access

Official tourism sources in Orlando

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