Top 10 Things To Do in Orlando

Fun Things to do in Orlando
Orlando, Florida is a vacationer’s paradise. With so many fun activities to choose from, it’s tough to decide what not to do! Golf, spa indulgences, theme parks, shopping, museums, nature outings, you name it. Orlando buzzes with excitement year-round and around the clock. Here are some of our favorite things to do.

Orlando Museum of Art
The Orlando Museum of Art has provided an outlet for arts education and appreciation since its founding in 1924. The museum presents up to 12 exhibits at the museum each year and 13 exhibitions at locations throughout the greater Orlando region. The museum also offers lecture series, special events, workshops for children and special programs for teachers. The museum is closed on Mondays and major national holidays. Visit www.omart.org.[Top]

Orlando Science Center
Explore the wonders of science and its impact on daily at the Orlando Science Center. Interactive exhibits appeal to all ages and feature everything from high-tech inventions to Florida’s six native habitats to the human body. The museum’s CineDome and Planetarium show entertaining screen productions on everything from solar systems to lions roaming the Kalahari Desert. Visit www.osc.org.[Top]

AMC Pleasure Island Theatre
With 24 giant screens, you’re sure to catch the latest Hollywood release at AMC Pleasure Island Theatre located in Downtown Disney. The theaters feature stadium seating and high-tech surround sound for maximum movie-going pleasure. AMC Pleasure Island is open daily. Visit www.amctheatres.com.[Top]

Mall at MiIlenia
Shop for the finest luxury brands at the Mall at Millenia in Orlando. The mall is anchored by Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus and also features such designer retailers at Juicy Couture, Jimmy Choo, Chanel and Salvatore Ferragamo. World-class shopping isn’t the only thing offered at Mall at Millenia. Concierge services, a U.S. post office for shopping spree shipping, foreign money exchange and a variety of top line restaurants complete the experience. Visit www.mallatmillenia.com. [Top]

The Florida Mall
Outfit yourself, your family and your home at The Florida Mall in Orlando. With six department stores and over 250 specialty retail stores, you can shop till you drop and then some! Need a retail break? The Florida Mall offers dozens of dining choices ranging from fast food to sit-down service. Visit www.simon.com. [Top]

Prime Outlets
The Prime Outlets on International Drive in Orlando is the place to shop for designer fashions at reduced prices. The outlet shopping center features over 110 nationally recognized brands, including the only Neiman Marcus LAST CALL store in Central Florida. Other favorites include Coach Factory, Ann Taylor Factory Store, Gap Outlet and Nike Factory Store. Visit www.primeoutlets.com.[Top]

Theme Parks
The most famous attractions in all of Orlando are the theme parks. Visit family favorites such as Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and Islands of Adventure. There is something for everyone at Orlando’s theme parks.[Top]

Ginn Reunion Resort Waterpark
Race down slippery slides, float the meandering river or splash in the kids’ zone at Ginn Reunion Resort’s private 5-acre waterpark. The waterpark is open daily and also features shaded lounge areas, tropical landscaping and food and beverage service.[Top]

U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame
Experience the life of an American astronaut at the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame at the Kennedy Space Center, in Cape Canaveral (about 50 miles from Orlando). View amazing collections of personal artifacts and exhibits from famous astronauts, take control in the Astronaut Adventure Room where for a true space-like journey, and view actual astronaut training simulators. Visit www.kennedyspacecenter.com.[Top]

Lake Eola
Stroll the beautiful 43 acres of Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando for a relaxing afternoon. The paved sidewalk rings the lake allowing for convenient walking and jogging. Paddle boats and electric gondola boats are available for rent. Plays and concerts are also held at Lake Eola Park, which offers beautiful views of the Orlando skyline. Visit
http://www.cityoforlando.net/fpr/net/t_ParkRec.aspx?Park=062. [Top]