Orlando · Northeast of the city · Leu Gardens and Loch Haven

What to see and do in Orlando Gardens and Museums

A botanical pause between science and art.

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 suggestedModerate budgetNature · Culture and towns

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Harry P. Leu Gardens
KimonBerlin · Original photography · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Reduced version of Wikimedia; without editing the content. The website may show a frame crop.

What to visit in Orlando Gardens and Museums

PLACES AND EXPERIENCES

Things to do in Orlando Gardens and Museums

nature

Harry P. Leu Gardens

Plant collections and garden paths allow you to dedicate a visit to the botany and landscape of Orlando.

Activities for your visit

  • Browse the plant collections and gardens available.
  • Consult the map and choose a walk according to your interests.

Tips for this place

  • The website announces the temporary closure of Leu House Museum; Don't count on entering the house.
  • Distinguish daytime admission from special ticket events.
Book tickets ↗

Reserve admission to the garden. The house museum has announced temporary closure and events may require another ticket.

Reference sources and location

Orientative reference of the venue; it does not indicate an entrance, ticket office, parking lot or an accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 28.567383, -81.357322.

Wikidata · Harry P. Leu Gardens

Harry P. Leu Gardens
KimonBerlin · Original photography · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Reduced version of Wikimedia; without editing the content. The website may show a frame crop.

museum

Orlando Science Center

Exhibits and interactive programs explore questions about science, technology and the natural world in the Loch Haven Park cultural area.

Activities for your visit

  • Choose the exhibition areas according to the age and interests of the group.
  • Check the activities and movies included in admission.

Tips for this place

  • Check the calendar to organize the day of visit.
  • Special events or special conditions exhibitions may require another ticket.
Book tickets ↗

Select Orlando Science Center general admission and review date, category and included experiences.

Reference sources and location

Orientative reference of the venue; it does not indicate an entrance, ticket office, parking lot or an accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 28.5723, -81.3684.

Wikidata · Orlando Science Center

museum

Orlando Museum of Art

A Loch Haven Park museum to explore art collections and exhibitions on a cultural break within the city.

Activities for your visit

  • Choose the available exhibitions and collections that interest you.
  • Consult museum interpretation programs and resources.

Tips for this place

  • Check gallery practices before taking photos.
  • Special events and programs may have their own tickets.
Book tickets ↗

Purchase general admission to the Orlando Museum of Art. Review special event conditions.

Reference sources and location

Orientative reference of the venue; it does not indicate an entrance, ticket office, parking lot or an accessible route.

Reference coordinates: 28.5727, -81.3644.

Wikidata · Orlando Museum of Art

A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF

2-Day Orlando Gardens and Museums Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    A garden day

    Tour Leu Gardens and its available collections. The house museum has announced temporary closure; check the notices.

  2. Day 2

    Science and art in Loch Haven

    Choose the Science Center or the Museum of Art as your main visit. Add the other only if your schedule, tickets, and your pace allow it.

Tips for visiting Orlando Gardens and Museums

  • Leu Gardens and Loch Haven require a transfer section between sectors.
  • Choose specific collections and exhibitions to enjoy the visits calmly.

LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat in Orlando Gardens and Museums

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

Sources to prepare your visit

Reference location: Wikidata · Harry P. Leu Gardens.

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