Things to Do Around Orlando Beyond the Theme Parks
Leave room in your Reunion or Orlando vacation for a different kind of day: an indoor activity, a garden walk, a boat trip or an evening out. The ideas below include nearby outings and longer day trips. Check the operator’s current opening times, booking requirements and departure location before travelling.
| Plan an International Drive outing around ICON Park’s attractions and restaurants. Check individual attraction tickets and opening times before you go; admission to one experience does not cover everything at the complex. |
| Location: |
8375 International Drive, Orlando FL 32819 |
| Phone: |
407-601-7907 |
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| Work together through themed puzzles at The Escape Ventures on International Drive. Choose a room that suits your group’s ages and comfort with suspense, and reserve a start time before setting out. |
| Location: |
8723 International Dr, Suite 115, Orlando, FL 32819 |
| Phone: |
(407) 412-5585 |
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| At the Florida Mall, Crayola Experience gives children time to make, color and experiment. It is an indoor option for a break between park days; allow time for hands-on activities rather than treating it as a quick shop visit. |
| Location: |
8001 South Orange Blossom Trail |
| Phone: |
407-757-1700 |
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| WonderWorks combines interactive science exhibits with indoor attractions on International Drive. Check the requirements for the experiences you want to try, especially when visiting with younger children. |
| Location: |
9067 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 |
| Phone: |
(407) 351-8800 |
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| Add outdoor go-kart racing to a Kissimmee afternoon. Confirm operating days, weather conditions and the requirements for each track before making the trip. |
| Location: |
4708 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy Kissimmee, FL 34746 |
| Phone: |
(407) 390-7223 |
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| Watch a film and order food at Studio Movie Grill at Sunset Walk. Check the current showtimes, select seats and allow time to arrive before the screening. |
| Location: |
3204 Margaritaville Blvd. Kissimmee, FL 34747 |
| Phone: |
321-333-4450 |
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| Make Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex a dedicated Space Coast day trip. Explore spaceflight exhibits and check the official schedule for tours, special experiences and any launch-viewing opportunities. |
| Location: |
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, SR 405 Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899 |
| Phone: |
855-433-4210 |
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| Kia Center in downtown Orlando hosts basketball, concerts and other live events. Check the event calendar and plan parking and arrival time around your chosen show or game. |
| Location: |
400 West Church Street, Suite 200 Orlando, Florida 32801 |
| Phone: |
407-440-7900 |
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| Try indoor bodyflight in a vertical wind tunnel at iFLY Orlando. Review the operator’s participation requirements and book a session that fits your group. |
| Location: |
8969 International Drive Orlando,Florida |
| Phone: |
407-337-4359 |
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| Orlando Science Center offers hands-on exhibits and live science programming. Check the daily schedule to see what is included during your visit and which special experiences require separate tickets. |
| Location: |
777 E. Princeton Street Orlando, Florida 32803 |
| Phone: |
407-514-2000 |
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| Take a quieter break among the botanical collections at Harry P. Leu Gardens. Check current garden access and events before visiting; the historic house may have separate closures. |
| Location: |
1920 North Forest Avenue, Orlando, FL |
| Phone: |
407-246-2620 |
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| Explore garden paths in Lake Wales and plan your visit around the Singing Tower’s carillon schedule. Bok Tower Gardens also has a children’s garden and seasonal events. |
| Location: |
1151 Tower Boulevard Lake Wales, Florida 33853-3470 |
| Phone: |
863-676-1408 |
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| Old Town brings shops, dining and entertainment together along Highway 192 in Kissimmee. Check its calendar for car shows and live events rather than assuming the same program runs every evening. |
| Location: |
5770 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy Kissimmee FL, 34746 |
| Phone: |
407-396-4888 |
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| See the Orlando area from above with Orlando Heli-Tours. Confirm the departure location, route, passenger requirements and weather arrangements when booking. |
| Location: |
12651 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32821 |
| Phone: |
407-239-8687 |
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| Wild Florida combines airboat outings with wildlife experiences in Kenansville. Compare ticket inclusions carefully and reserve the activity you want before driving out. |
| Location: |
3301 Lake Cypress Rd, Kenansville, FL 34739 |
| Phone: |
(407) 957-3135 |
| Toll Free: |
866-532-7167 |
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| MaxFlight offers scenic helicopter tours from Kissimmee. Compare daytime and evening routes, and confirm passenger requirements, departure details and weather policies directly with the operator. |
| Location: |
4010 4th Street Kissimmee, Florida 34741 |
| Phone: |
407-717-0352 |
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| Evolve Bicycles & E-Bikes in Celebration offers a convenient starting point for a cycling outing. Ask about available rental sizes, equipment and routes suited to your group. |
| Location: |
13 Blake Blvd. Celebration, FL |
| Phone: |
321-939-2453 |
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| Andretti Orlando brings indoor karting, arcade games and other attractions together on Universal Boulevard. Check height and age requirements and compare individual activities with packages. |
| Location: |
9299 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819 |
| Phone: |
407-610-5020 |
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| Pair arcade games with a meal or televised sports at Dave & Buster’s on International Drive. Check current game-card and dining offers before choosing a package. |
| Location: |
8986 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819 |
| Phone: |
407-541-3300 |
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| Choose a guided clear-kayak outing with Get Up and Go Kayaking. Departure points vary by tour, so confirm the exact meeting place, seasonal conditions and participant requirements. |
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| Explore Central Florida’s wetlands by airboat with Boggy Creek. Choose a tour length and departure time, and check the operator’s arrival instructions and weather policy. |
| Location: |
2001 E. Southport Rd., Kissimmee, FL 34746 |
| Phone: |
407-344-9550 |
| Toll Free: |
877-304-3239 |
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| Revolution Adventures offers outdoor activities in Clermont, including guided ATV and amphibious-vehicle outings. Book ahead and check the age, driving and clothing requirements for your chosen experience. |
| Location: |
4000 State Road 33, Clermont, FL 34714 |
| Phone: |
352-400-1322 |
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| Showcase of Citrus offers outdoor activities, a country store and seasonal fruit picking in Clermont. Check what is available during your dates; fruit harvests and individual activities vary. |
| Location: |
15051 Frank Jarrell Rd., Clermont, FL 34714 |
| Phone: |
352-394-4377 |
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| Join Premier Boat Tours for an outing from Mount Dora across local waterways. Choose a canal or sunset trip and confirm the departure point and weather arrangements. |
| Location: |
100 N. Alexander Street, Mount Dora, 32757 |
| Phone: |
352-434-8040 |
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| Fantasy of Flight operates a smaller aviation museum on a seasonal schedule. Check its calendar before travelling to Polk City; the current visitor experience differs from the former full attraction. |
| Location: |
1400 Broadway Blvd. S.E. Polk City, FL 33868 |
| Phone: |
863-984-3500 |
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| Orlando Princess runs fishing trips from Port Canaveral. Compare trip lengths, what equipment is included and the departure instructions before booking your coastal day out. |
| Location: |
670 Glen Cheek Drive, Cape Canaveral FL 32920 |
| Phone: |
321-784-6300 |
| Toll Free: |
800-481-3474 (FISH) |
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| Visit Clearwater Marine Aquarium to learn about marine animal rescue and rehabilitation. Plan this as a Gulf Coast day trip and check the current animal habitats, presentations and ticket options. |
| Location: |
249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767 |
| Phone: |
727-441-1790 |
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| Explore Silver Springs by glass-bottom boat or another available outdoor activity. Check departure times and availability directly, and allow for the drive to the Ocala area. |
| Location: |
5656 East Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488 |
| Phone: |
352-261-5840 |
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| Use Florida State Parks’ official website to choose a park and check entry arrangements. Review alerts, closures and available facilities for the specific park before travelling. |
| Location: |
Florida |
| Phone: |
850-245-2157 |
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